Yanmar 2V Series Operation Manual page 64

ENGINE OPERATION
CAUTION
Make sure the engine is installed on a
level surface. If a continuously running
engine is installed at an angle greater
than 25° (in any direction) or if an engine
runs for short periods of time (less than
three minutes) at an angle greater than
30° (in any direction) engine oil may
enter the combustion chamber causing
excessive engine speed and generating
white smoke. This may cause serious
engine damage.
CAUTION
New Engine Break In:
• On the initial engine start-up, allow the
engine to idle for approximately 15
minutes while you check for proper
engine oil pressure, diesel fuel leaks,
engine oil leaks, coolant leaks, and for
proper operation of the indicators
and / or gauges.
• During the first hour of operation, vary
the engine speed and the load on the
engine. Short periods of maximum
engine speed and load are desirable.
Avoid prolonged operation at
minimum or maximum engine speeds
and loads for the next four to five
hours.
• During the break-in period, carefully
observe the engine oil pressure and
engine temperature.
• During the break-in period, check the
engine oil and coolant levels
frequently.
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NEVER hold the key in the START
position for longer than 15 seconds or
the starter motor will overheat.
Observe the following environmental
operating conditions to maintain engine
performance and avoid premature
engine wear:
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• Avoid operating in extremely dusty
conditions.
• Avoid operating in the presence of
chemical gases or fumes.
• Avoid operating in a corrosive
atmosphere such as salt water spray.
• NEVER install the engine in a
floodplain unless proper precautions
are taken to avoid being subject to a
flood.
• NEVER expose the engine to the rain.
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