Operating Instructions For Starting The Engine; First Time Start Preparation; System Checks; Cooling System Checks - Detroit Diesel EPA07 MBE 4000 Operator's Manual

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS FOR STARTING THE ENGINE

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS FOR STARTING THE
ENGINE
Following are instructions for starting
the engine.
First Time Start
Preparation
When preparing to start a new or
newly overhauled engine which has
been in storage, perform all of the
operations listed below. Also refer to
the "ENGINE STORAGE" section
of this guide. Failure to follow these
instructions may result in serious
engine damage.
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
Watch for any signs of engine
problems when starting or driving. If
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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.
Engine damage may be avoided by a
quick response to early indications of
problems.
When starting the engine in
cold weather, refer to "How to
Select Coolant" in the "HOW-TO
SECTION" of this guide.

System Checks

Perform the following system checks
before starting for the first time.

Cooling System Checks

Check the cooling system as follows:
1. Make sure all drain cocks in
the cooling system are installed
(drain cocks are often removed
for shipping) and are closed
tightly.
2. Remove the radiator pressure
control cap and fill with genuine
Detroit Diesel POWER COOL®
antifreeze or an equivalent
quality ethylene glycol (EG)
or propylene glycol (PG) base
antifreeze solution in the required
All information subject to change without notice.
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