Engine - Stopping In Manual Mode (Test Run) - MTU 12V4000M73 series Operating Instructions Manual

4.12 Engine – Stopping in Manual mode (test run)
Preconditions
☑ Generator (if applicable) is not connected to network
☑ Engine is in Manual mode
DANGER
Components are moving or rotating.
Risk of crushing, danger of parts of the body being caught or pulled in!
• Operate the engine at low load only. Keep clear of the danger zone of the engine.
WARNING
High level of engine noise when the engine is running.
Risk of damage to hearing!
• Wear ear protectors.
WARNING
Exhaust gases are harmful to health and may cause cancer.
Risk of poisoning and suffocation!
• Keep the engine room well-ventilated at all times.
• Repair leaking exhaust pipework immediately.
NOTICE
Stopping the engine when it is running at full load subjects it to extreme thermal and mechanical stress-
es.
Overheating of and, therefore, damage to components is possible!
• Before shutting down the engine, allow it to idle until the engine temperatures decrease and constant
levels are indicated.
Preparing the generator drive (only with generator breaker)
Item
Engine
Preparing the pump drive (diesel-mechanical / diesel-electric)
Item
Engine
Engine shutdown
Item
Control cabinet, operator
station etc. (depending on
manufacturer)
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Action
After opening the generator breaker (if applicable), allow to cool down off-
load for approx. 5 minutes.
Action
Allow to cool down for approx. 5 minutes at reduced engine speed. Observe
natural resonance of engine (installation-dependent)!
Action
Note: The engine may only be shut down using the Stop button in normal op-
eration.
Press Stop button.
• Automatic stopping sequence is performed;
• Engine is at standstill.