Engine - Starting In Manual Mode (Test Run) - MTU 20V4000GX2 Operating Instructions Manual

5.3 Engine – Starting in manual mode (test run)
Preconditions
☑ Generator (if fitted) is not connected to network.
☑ External start interlock is not active.
DANGER
Rotating and moving engine parts.
Risk of crushing, danger of parts of the body being caught or pulled in!
• Before cranking the engine with starter system, make sure that there are no persons in the engine's
danger zone.
WARNING
High level of engine noise when the engine is running.
Risk of damage to hearing!
• Wear ear protectors.
Preparation
Item
Operating mode switch (if
fitted)
Preheating pump (if fitted)
Starting the engine
Item
Control cabinet, control pan-
el etc. (depending on manu-
facturer)
Connecting the generator (if fitted) to network, engine warm-up procedure to
reach operating temperature
Item
Control cabinet, control pan-
el etc. (depending on manu-
facturer)
Engine
Action
Change to manual mode.
Switch on.
Action
If coolant temperature is
• > 40 °C (with preheating system), or
• > 10 °C (60 Hz generator, without preheater):
• > 5 °C (50 Hz generator, without preheater):
Press start button.
• Automatic starting sequence is performed;
• Engine speed display instrument indicates increasing speed;
• After the starting sequence is completed, engine is running at rated
speed.
Action
Close the generator circuit breaker.
Apply full load only after engine has reached operating temperature (coolant
temperature approx. 75 °C).
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