Monitoring Engine Operation; Battery Charge; Oil Pressure - Detroit Diesel EPA04 MBE 900 Operator's Manual

Monitoring Engine
Operation
While the engine is operating, monitor
the battery charge indicator light,
the oil pressure and avoid excessive
idling.

Battery Charge

The battery charge indicator light
(see Figure 25) must go out once the
engine starts.
Figure 25 Battery Charge Indicator
Light
If the indicator light comes on
while the engine is running, do the
following:
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MBE 900 OPERATOR'S MANUAL
FIRE
To avoid injury from fire, keep all
potential ignition sources away
from diesel fuel, including open
flames, sparks, and electrical
resistance heating elements. Do
not smoke when refueling.
1. Shut down the engine.
2. Check the poly-V belt for
tightness.
3. Do a load test on the batteries.
Charge or replace the batteries as
needed.
4. If necessary, visit the nearest
authorized dealer to have the
alternator voltage and output
checked.

Oil Pressure

When the engine has reached its
normal operating temperature, the
engine oil pressure must not drop
below the following values:
□ 36 psi (250 kPa) at rated speed
□ 7 psi (50 kPa) at idling speed
If oil pressure drops below these
values, stop the engine and determine
the cause.
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