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To the Operator
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To the Operator
This manual contains instructions on the safe operation and preventive maintenance of your Detroit™ engine used in vehicle
applications. Maintenance instructions cover routine engine services such as lubricating oil and filter changes in enough
detail to permit self-servicing, if desired.
The operator should become familiar with the contents of this manual before operating the engine or carrying out
maintenance procedures.
Power-driven equipment is only as safe as the person operating the controls. You are urged, as the operator of this diesel
engine, to keep fingers and clothing away from the revolving belts, drive shafts, and pulleys on the engine installation.
Throughout this manual
CAUTIONS
and
WARNINGS
regarding personal safety and
NOTICES
regarding engine
performance or service life will appear. To avoid personal injury and ensure long engine service life, always heed these
instructions.
Whenever possible, it will benefit you to rely on an
authorized
Detroit™ service outlet for all your service needs from
maintenance to major parts replacement. Authorized service outlets worldwide stock factory-original parts.
The information and specifications in this publication are based on the information in effect at the time of approval for
printing. Contact an authorized Detroit™ service outlet for information on the latest revision. The right is reserved to make
changes at any time without obligation.
Detroit™ engines are built in accordance with sound technological principles and based on state-of-the-art technology.
Despite this, the engine may constitute a risk of damage to property or injury to persons if it is not used for its intended
purpose.
The engine should not be modified or converted in an incorrect manner or the safety instructions included in this manual
disregarded.
Keep this Operator Manual with the engine installation at all times. It contains important operating, maintenance,
and safety instructions.
NOTICE: Failure to maintain the cooling system at required concentrations will result in severe damage to
the engine cooling system and related components.
Refer to the "Coolant Selections and Maintenance"
section.
Table 2.
WARRANTY
The applicable engine warranty is contained in the booklet “Warranty Information for Detroit™ Engines,” available from authorized Detroit™
service outlets.
Trademark Information
DDC®, Detroit™, DDEC®, Optimized Idle®, Diagnostic Link®, BlueTec®, POWER Trac®, POWER COOL®, and
POWER GUARD® are registered trademarks of Detroit Diesel Corporation. All other trademarks used are the property of
their respective owners.
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All information subject to change without notice.
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