Operation; Preparation For Operation Of New Or Overhauled Engine; Fuel System; Pouring Fuel - Mitsubishi S12U Operation & Maintenance Manual

Chapter 3

OPERATION

Preparation for Operation of New or Overhauled Engine

Before operating a new or overhauled engine, do the following inspection. For second operation onward, do
the following normal operation outlined on page 3-8 "Normal Engine Operation".

Fuel System

When handling fuel, make sure there are no flames near the engine.
Wipe any spilled fuel completely. Spilled fuel can ignite and cause fire.
Do not remove the strainer when filling the fuel tank.
Use fuel specified in "Fuel" (4-2).

Pouring fuel

1 Make sure the insides of the fuel tank and fuel pipes are clean.
2 Pour fuel into the fuel tank.
3 Remove the fuel feed pipe and drain plug from the fuel inlet of the engine, and check the discharged fuel
for dust particles.
4 Reinstall the drain plug and fuel feed pipe.
5 Add fuel until the fuel level gage indicates "FULL."
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