Handling, Operation; Start-Up Procedure; Filling The Operating Fluids; Starting The Engine - Kohler KD36V16 Operation And Maintenance Manual

3.1.1 Filling the operating fluids

3.1.2 Starting the engine

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3 Handling, operation

3.1 Start-up procedure

Fill the following operating fluids before the initial commissioning:
– Diesel engine oil
For suitable lubricating oil for the Diesel engine, see the chapter "Lubricants and
operating fluids".
– Coolant
For coolant composition, see the chapter "Lubricants and operating fluids".
– Diesel fuel
Diesel fuels must comply with the approved fuel specifications, see the chapter
"Lubricants and operating fluids".
After filling the operating fluids, perform the following work:
u Vent fuel system. Please refer to the generator sets' operating manual.
Prerequisites:
q The oil level is OK
q Engine is filled with coolant
q Charge air is connected
q Exhaust system is connected
q Electrical power supply is ready
q Fuel supply is connected
WARNING
Unexpected movement of the equipment.
Can cause serious injuries or the death of persons.
u There may be no persons in the safety zones of the diesel engine.
u Bring all of the protective devices into their protective position (housing is
closed), if equipped.
u Secure external parts against unexpected movements. Remove all persons
from the danger zones.
Information
Engine damage due to inadequate lubrication.
u The oil pressure has to build up immediately after the diesel engine is started
(oil-pressure warning lamp goes out).
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