Detroit Diesel DD15 EuroIV Operator's Manual page 27

You will notice that the Amber Warning Lamp (AWL), Red Stop Lamp (RSL),
Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) will come on. This is the result of the DDEC
computer diagnosing the system to ensure everything is functional, including the
light bulbs for the warning lights. If everything is OK, all lights will go out in
approximately five seconds.
The lights must go out before starting the engine. If starting a vehicle, the
operators foot must be OFF the accelerator pedal before starting the engine.
NOTICE: If the warning lights stay on, or do not come on momentarily after
turning on the ignition, contact the Detroit™ Support Center. Operating the
engine under these circumstances may result in engine damage.
Starting the Engine
1. Place the transmission in neutral, and set the parking brake.
NOTICE: To prevent serious starter motor damage, release the ignition
switch immediately after the engine has started.
2. Turn on the ignition switch.
3. Wait for the engine system indicator lights on the instrument panel to go out.
4. With foot off the accelerator pedal, start the engine.
5. If the engine does not start after 20 seconds, stop. Try again after waiting
about 60 seconds.
NOTICE: Do not increase engine speed if the oil pressure gauge indicates
no oil pressure. Shut down the engine within approximately ten seconds to
avoid engine damage. Check to determine the cause of the problem.
NOTE: Do not place the engine under full load until it reaches operating
temperature. Colder engine temperatures will cause the engine to preset
idle up to 900 rpm. Even at a high idle condition, you do not have to wait for
engine warm up and return to normal 600 rpm idle to drive the truck.
6. Monitor the oil pressure gauge immediately after starting the engine.
Running the Engine
While the engine is operating, monitor the battery charge indicator light, the oil
pressure, and avoid excessive idling.
Checking the Oil Pressure
Monitor the oil pressure as follows:
All information subject to change without notice.
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