Powertrain 8.0L LPG V8, Руководство оператора

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SECTION II
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
STARTING THE ENGINE
IMPORTANT: For service issues and questions call
Powertrain Integration. Representatives will be
able to answer questions and diagnose mechanical
issues as well as provide detailed service repair in-
formation.
Prior to operating the vehicle perform engine pre-
trip inspection and daily maintenance checks. Refer
to the OEM Operator Manual.
If the engine does not start on the first attempt
make sure that the engine has completely stopped
rotating before reapplying the starter switch. Fail-
ure to do so may cause ring gear and starter pinion
damage. Ring gear and starter pinion damage
caused by improper starting procedures is not war-
rantable.
Never attempt to start any electronically-controlled
engine using ether or any other starting fluid. Seri-
ous engine damage, or personal injury, could result.
NOTE: Starting a LPG (propane) engine is slightly
different than a gasoline vehicle. Before the vehicle
will start the engine must be supplied with liquid
fuel. Since the previous run period the fuel may
have expanded or vaporized in the fuel lines and
injectors. A priming process is activated each time
the ignition key is rotated to the ON position .
IMPORTANT: Do not depress the throttle pedal
while starting the engine.
1. Make sure that the transmission shift control is
in Neutral (N) and the Parking Brake is set.
2. Turn the ignition switch to the ON position. The
Wait to Start Lamp in the instrument cluster will
illuminate for a brief time.
Ignoring the Wait to Start lamp may result in a
backfire through the intake manifold, rough idle,
slow run-up, or hesitation on first tip in.
Do not crank the engine for more than 30 seconds
at a time. Wait two minutes after each try to allow
the starter to cool. Failure to do so may cause
starter damage.
3. When the Wait to Start lamp goes out, do the
following:
4. Rotate the ignition key to the START position.
After the engine starts, release the key.
5. After the engine has started let it run for 20-30
seconds before a load is put on the engine.
Bring the engine up to operating speed gradual-
ly as it warms up and develops stable oil pres-
sure.
IMPORTANT: When the engine is started it takes a
short time to build up a lubricating oil film between
the shafts and bearings, and between the pistons
and cylinder walls.
6.
Do not race the engine immediately after start-
ing it. Operate the engine and transmission gen-
tly until the oil warms up and lubricates all mov-
ing parts.
7. If the vehicle starts briefly but then stops, turn
the key to the OFF position for at least three (3)
seconds, then repeat the starting process.
If the vehicle
is left with the engine running, it could potentially
overheat or the vehicle could move suddenly if the
shift lever is not fully engaged in Neutral (N) and
the Parking Brake firmly set. Do not leave the en-
gine running if the vehicle is unattended.
It is best to not leave the vehicle parked with the
engine running, but, if required, please note that
idling a vehicle in an enclosed area with poor venti-
lation is dangerous. Engine exhaust may enter the
vehicle. Never run the engine in an enclosed area
that has no fresh air ventilation.