Starting - Volvo Penta D13 MP Operator's Manual

Starting

Make a habit of visually checking the engine, engine bay and transmission before start. This will help you to
discover quickly if anything abnormal has happened, or is about to happen. Also check that instruments and
warning displays show normal values when you have started the engine.
To minimize cold start smoke we recommend the installation of an engine heater or engine bay heater if temper-
atures below +5°C (41°F) are encountered.
WARNING!
Never use start spray or similar agents to start an engine. This may cause an explosion in the inlet manifold.
Danger of personal injury.
1
0
P0005851
47706669 05-2015 © AB VOLVO PENTA
Before Starting
Open the fuel cock.
•
• Open the sea cock where fitted.
• Check the engine and transmission oil level.
Check the coolant level.
•
• Turn the main switches on.
IMPORTANT!
Never disconnect the current with the main
switches when the engine is running. The alter-
nator and electronics could be damaged.
• Start the engine bay fan, where fitted, and allow it to
run for at least four minutes.
• Check that there is sufficient fuel for the planned trip.
33