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Control and operation
Monitoring
4.2 Monitoring
4.2.1 Monitoring the running engine
DANGER
Contact with moving part!
Risk of death or injury by entanglement or impact of ejected part.
u Make sure that the drive train is connected to the flywheel before starting the engine.
u Start or operate the engine with covers and guards secured in place.
u Remove all tools or loose parts from the vicinity of the engine after a service activity.
u Keep tools away from the starting or running engine.
u When the engine is in operation, stay away from the engine.
WARNING
Toxic exhaust gas inhalation!
Risk of lung disease or injury by irritation.
u Make sure that there is a proper evacuation of exhaust gas.
u Ensure a good ventilation while running the engine.
Information
It is forbidden to continuously operate the diesel engine when an alarm is displayed.
Investigate any alarm according to operating conditions, and make sure that authorized
personnel correct the defect at first opportunity.
Make sure that the following preconditions are met:
q Engine is operated under usual customer conditions.
Information
Kohler diesel engines have been approved for running at low loads. Operating the engine at low
loads for extended periods of time can increase deposits/carbon buildup (intensified at low
ambient temperature). This can be detrimental to the longevity and compliance of the engine. If
your operating profile has a prolonged low load duration, it is necessary to contact your genset
supplier to take the necessary precautions.
To ensure engine performance and endurance, perform the following tasks when operating the
application set:
u Check for unusual noises and vibrations.
u Record and report any anomaly found on generator set display (for example: faulty param‐
eter).
u Make sure that authorized service personnel correct the defect.
4.2.2 Exhaust
(→ 6.2 Faults - Cause - Remedy, p. 195)
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