Starting The Engine - Volvo VN 2012 Quick Reference Manual

starting the engine

Start Procedure
For cold weather starting, refer to the VN/VHD/VAH operator's manual.
The following starting and operating procedures should be followed for
all engines. For more information about the design and function of a non-
VOLVO engine, refer to the operator's manual from the engine manufacturer.
Before starting the engine, see "Instruments and Controls" section (pages
12–23) for detailed information on how the gauges and tell-tales work.
DANGER
DO NOT use ether or other combustible starting aids
in any VOLVO engine. Doing so could cause a fire or
explosion resulting in severe property damage, serious
personal injury or death.
DANGER
Never operate the starter without first placing the transmission in
neutral or depressing the clutch pedal. Failure to so could result in the
unintentional movement of the vehicle resulting in property damage,
personal injury or death.
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