After Starting Engine - Perkins 2806C-E18TA Operation And Maintenance Manual

SEBU9074-01
NOTICE
Using a battery source with the same voltage as the
electric starting motor. Use ONLY equal voltage for
jump starting. The use of higher voltage will damage
the electrical system.
Do not reverse the battery cables. The alternator can
be damaged. Attach ground cable last and remove
first.
Turn all electrical accessories OFF before attaching
the jump start cables.
Ensure that the main power switch is in the OFF posi-
tion before attaching the jump start cables to the en-
gine being started.
1. Turn the start switch on the stalled engine to the
OFF position. Turn off all the engines accessories.
2. Connect one positive end of the jump-start cable to
the positive terminal of the discharged battery.
Connect the other positive end of the jump-start
cable to the positive terminal of the electrical
source.
3. Connect one negative end of the jump-start cable
to the negative terminal of the electrical source.
Connect the other negative end of the jump-start
cable to the engine block or to the chassis ground.
This procedure helps to prevent potential sparks
from igniting the combustible gases that are
produced by some batteries.
Note: The engine ECM must be powered before the
starting motor is operated or damage can occur.
4. Start the engine in the normal operating
procedure. Refer to this Operation and
Maintenance Manual, "Starting the Engine".
5. Immediately after the engine is started, disconnect
the jump-start cables in reverse order.
After jump starting, the alternator may not be able to
recharge batteries to full capacity that are severely
discharged. The batteries must be replaced or
charged to the correct voltage with a battery charger
after the engine is stopped. Many batteries which are
considered unusable are still rechargeable. Refer to
Operation and Maintenance Manual, "Battery -
Replace" and Testing and Adjusting Manual, "Battery
- Test".

After Starting Engine

Note: In temperatures from 0 to 60°C (32 to 140°F),
the warm-up time is approximately 3 minutes. In
temperatures below 0°C (32°F), additional warm-up
time may be required.
Note: Ensure that the self test for the monitoring
system (if equipped) is completed before operating
the engine under load.
When the engine idles during warm-up, observe the
following conditions:
• Check for any fluid or air leaks (no load on the
engine) before operating the engine under load.
• Operate the engine with no load until all systems
achieve operating temperatures. Check all gauges
during the warm-up period.
Note: Gauge readings should be observed and the
data should be recorded frequently while the engine
is operating. Comparing the data over time will help
to determine normal readings for each gauge.
Comparing data over time will also help detect
abnormal operating developments. Significant
changes in the readings should be investigated.
39
Operation Section
After Starting Engine
i06217669