Preparation For A First Time Start - Detroit Diesel MBE 4000 Service Manual

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11.1 PREPARATION FOR A FIRST TIME START

NOTE:
Before starting the engine, do all the recommended pretrip inspections and daily
maintenance. Check the engine oil and fuel levels, and drain contaminants from the
fuel/water separator (optional).
NOTE:
If you drain the fuel/water separator completely, you may have to prime the fuel system.
Read the appropriate chapters in the driver's manual for detailed information on instruments,
gauges, and controls. Be sure you are familiar with all of the instruments, gauges and controls
which are needed to operate the engine.
Note especially the location and function of the following:
Oil pressure gauge
Low oil pressure warning light
Coolant temperature gauge
High coolant temperature warning light
Water in fuel warning light
Tachometer
Air restriction indicator
When you start the engine, and while you are driving, watch for any signs of engine problems.
If the engine overheats, uses excessive fuel or lubricating oil, vibrates, misfires, makes unusual
noises, or shows an unusual loss of power, turn the engine off as soon as possible and determine
the cause of the problem. Frequently, engine damage may be avoided by a quick response to
early indications of problems.
11.1.1
Use only batteries that have been correctly filled and serviced. To provide corrosion protection,
apply pumpable dielectric grease, part number 48-02349-000, liberally to the terminal pads.
Approved suppliers are listed in Table 11-1.
Table 11-1
11.1.2
Check the oil level as follows:
All information subject to change without notice.
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Checking the Batteries
Manufacturer
Shell Oil Co.
Texaco, Inc.
Quaker State
Approved Electrical Lubricants
Checking the Oil Level
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Lubricant or Part Number
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MBE 4000 SERVICE MANUAL
No. 71032; No. 71306
No. 955
No. NYK-77
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