Starting; Before Starting - Volvo Penta D5 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 occurred, or is about to occur. Also check that instruments and warning
displays show normal values when you have started the engine.
To minimize cold start smoke we recommend you install an engine heater or engine bay heater if temperatures
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. Risk
of personal injury.
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The engine can be equipped with a temperature switch
for start smoke limitation above +5°C, that is available
in the Volvo Penta accessory program.

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
alternator 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.
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