OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Operating Instructions -Overview
WARNING!
DO NOT OPERATE A DIESEL ENGINE WHERE THERE ARE
OR CAN BE COMBUSTIBLE VAPORS. The vapors can be
sucked through the air intake system and cause engine
acceleration and overspeeding that can result in a fire, an
explosion, and extensive property damage. Numerous
safety devices are available, such as air intake shutoff
devices, to minimize the risk of overspeeding where an
engine, due to its application, due to a fuel spill or gas leak.
Remember, Cummins has no way of knowing the use you
have for your engine. THE EQUIPMENT OWNER AND
OPERATOR ARE RESPONSIBLE FOR SAFE OPERATION IN
A HOSTILE ENVIRONMENT. CONSULT YOUR CUMMINS
AUTHORIZED
REPAIR
LOCATION
FOR
FURTHER
INFORMATION.
CAUTION!
Do not expose the engine to corrosive chemicals. Corrosive
chemicals can damage the engine.
General Information
Correct care of your engine will result in longer life, better
performance, and more economical operation.
Follow the daily maintenance checks listed in "Maintenance
Guidelines" on page-59.
The new Cummins engine associated with this manual does not
require a "break-in" procedure. This section of the manual
provides all of the necessary information required for proper
engine operation.
QSB4.5 Engine
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