Preparations For Starting Up For The First Time; Pre-Start Inspection; Lubrication (Oil Circuit); Refrigeration (Engine Coolant Circuit) - Kohler SFGLD480 Operation & Maintenance Manual

1 AIM
The aim of this product information sheet is to define an SFGLD emergency gas engine starting and
stopping procedure.

2 PREPARATIONS FOR STARTING UP FOR THE FIRST TIME

Before starting up for the first time, the following operations shall be carried out:

2.1 PRE-START INSPECTION

General checks:
- Ensure that there are no power transmitting devices connected (clutches, brakes, etc.).
- Also inspect drive belts. Examine for good condition and correct tension. If a cooling fan is used, be
sure it is free to turn, the journal bearings are properly lubricated and the belt tension is correct.
Make certain that all guards and shields are secure on engine and equipment. Remove all loose tools,
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rags, fittings or other equipment, which may be picked up by external moving parts of the engine.
- Use a starter bar to turn over the engine several revolutions to be sure that nothing will interfere with the
turning of moving parts. Do not forget to remove the bar when this has been checked.
- Ensure that there are no oil, fuel or coolant leaks on all joined surfaces.

Refrigeration (engine coolant circuit):

Check the coolant level and concentration. Add additional quantity if necessary. If the amount of coolant
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to be added is large, open the drainage valves to allow the removal of air bubbles. It is advisable to
check the entire coolant circuit in order to find out the cause of any significant leaks of coolant.
- Check the entire water circuit checking that all the control valves are open and all the drainage valves
are closed.

Lubrication (oil circuit):

- Check the lubricant oil levels daily; adding more oil is required to maintain the level above the minimum
indicated with the dipstick, unless an automatic oil level regulator has been installed. It is advisable to
check the oil level regulator periodically to make sure it works properly.
Start the prelube system (if any) until the indicator shows a positive oil pressure.
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NOTE
The engines are supplied without oil. It is necessary to disassemble the drainage plugs to allow a small
amount of oil and condensate to drip, accumulating in the bottom of the sump during the storage. Tighten the
plugs firmly after this operation. Fill with oil in accordance with the instructions given in the chapter on
maintenance.
PRODUCT INFORMATION
IO-G-T-00-003e
STARTING AND STOPPING OF EMERGENCY GAS ENGINES
4.1.39
INDEX DATE
September 2014
O&M_2.002211.810_A_10_2016
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