4.4 Operational checks
DANGER
Unguarded rotating and moving engine components.
Risk of serious injury – danger to life!
• Take special care when working on a running engine.
WARNING
Engine noise above 85 dB (A).
Risk of damage to hearing!
• Wear ear protectors.
Operational checks
Item
Action
Control and display panels
Check readings of operational data (speed, temperature, pressures).
Engine oil
Check engine oil level (→ Page 46).
Engine operation
Check engine visually for leaks and general condition;
Check engine for abnormal running noises, exhaust color and vibra‐
tions (→ Page 34).
Air filter
Check filter restriction indicator on the air filter (if fitted) (→ Page 45).
Exhaust system
Check exhaust color (→ Page 34).
Engine coolant pump
Check relief bore (→ Page 55).
Charge-air coolant pump
Check relief bore (→ Page 61).
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