OPM 260 en-GB
22
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Scania CV AB 2021, Sweden
Starting and running
Engine shutdown
IMPORTANT!
There is risk of the oil boiling and of damage to
the turbocharger if the engine is switched off
without cooling. The power must not be
switched off before the engine has stopped.
Note:
The battery voltage must remain on for a few
seconds after the 15 voltage is switched off so
that the control units can store the values and
switch to standby mode.
10 prohibited engine shutdowns in a row will
cause a torque reduction (70% of fuel quantity).
Reset the engine by switching it off correctly
once.
1.
Run the engine without a load for a few min
-
utes if it has been run continuously with a
heavy load.
2.
Switch off the engine.
Checks after running
WARNING!
Secure the starting device or disconnect a battery
cable before working on the engine. If the engine
starts unexpectedly, there is a serious risk of in
-
jury.
There is always a risk of sustaining burns when
an engine is hot. Particularly hot parts are branch
pipes, turbochargers, oil sumps, and hot coolant
and oil in pipes and hoses.
IMPORTANT!
Check the coolant level following the first start.
Top up with coolant as necessary.
1.
Check that the power supply has been cut.
2.
Top up the fuel tank. Make sure that the filler
cap and the area round the filler opening are
clean to avoid contamination of the fuel.
3.
If there is a risk of freezing, the cooling sys
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tem must contain enough glycol. See the sec
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tion
Risk of freezing
.
4.
If the temperature is below 0°C (32°F): Pre
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pare for the next start by connecting the en
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gine heater (if fitted).
