Running Instructions; Start The Engine - Volvo Penta MD 11C/110S Instruction Book

RUNNING INSTRUCTIONS

START THE ENGINE

Switch on the main switch. Start the engine room fan (if fitted) and
let it run several minutes before starting the engine.
Open the cock for cooling water intake.
Disengage the engine speed control from the gear changing as
follows: Move the control lever to neutral, push in the red
disengaging button, and move the lever slightly forwards. Release
the button. The lever can now only operate the engine speed.
Check to make sure that the stop control is pushed in.
Turn the key switch one stage to the right. The warning lamps for
battery charging and oil pressure should now go on. If there is an
alarm system fitted, the siren should sound. Push in and turn the
key further to the right to start the engine. Release the key when
the engine starts.
Handstarter (standard MID11C, extra MD17). When the engine is
started with the starting crank, the de-compression handles on the
rocker arm covers should be raised upright (see 16, pages 31-32).
Return the de-compression handles for running when the cranking
has got the engine up in speed.
Cold weather.
MD11: Starting is facilitated if the cold-start control is pushed down,
or the cold-start control (accessory) is pulled out. The cold-start
button returns automatically. The cold start control must be pushed
in after the engine
has started.
MD 17: The engine has a built-in automatic cold-start device.
Check immediately after starting that the warning lamps for the oil
pressure and battery charging are not lit. If any of the lamps are
alight, the engine must be stopped immediately and the cause
investigated. If an alarm system is fitted (accessory) the siren
should be silent.
Run the engine warm at rapid idle. Check to make sure that the
cooling water flows out with the exhaust gases. Note. The key-
switch should always be switched on as long as the engine is
running to ensure that there is battery charging.
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