4.4 Start engine in manual mode (testing mode)
Preconditions
☑ Generator (if provided) not connected to network.
☑ External start interlock is not activated.
DANGER
Unguarded rotating and moving engine components.
Risk of serious injury – danger to life!
• Before barring or starting the engine, make sure that nobody is in the danger zone.
WARNING
Engine noise above 85 dB (A).
Risk of damage to hearing!
• Wear ear protectors.
Preparation
Item
Task
Operating mode selector
switch (if provided)
Change to manual mode.
Preheating pump (if provid‐
ed)
Switch ON.
Starting the engine
Item
Task
Switchgear cabinet, control
panel etc. (depending on
manufacturer)
If coolant temperature is
• > 40 °C (with preheating equipment), or
• > 5 °C (without preheating equipment):
Press start button.
• Automatic starting sequence is performed;
• Engine speed display instrument indicates increasing crankshaft speed;
• After the starting sequence is completed, engine is running at rated
speed.
Connect generator to network (if provided), run engine to reach operating
temperature )
Item
Task
Switchgear cabinet, control
panel etc. (depending on
manufacturer)
Close the generator circuit breaker.
Engine
Apply full load only after engine has reached operating temperature (cool‐
ant temperature approx. 75 °C).
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