Starting - Volvo Penta D5A T Operator's Manual

Starting

Before starting
WARNING! Before starting the genset make sure that neither people, nor tools, are in contact with
moving parts of the engine or the generator. Notify the people in the vicinity of the genset when starting.
WARNING! Make sure that you know how to stop the genset before you start it (in case of emergency).
If you are starting the genset for the first time, be prepared to stop the engine immediately in case
abnormal noise should occur during start up.
IMPORTANT! If the starter motor has been engaged for the maximum time (30 seconds), it must be
allowed to cool down for at least one minute before a new attempt is made at starting.
Warming-up
WARNING! Do not conduct warm-up operation for an extended period of time. Prolonged warm-up
operation causes carbon buildup in the cylinders that leads to inperfect combustion.
NOTE! To warm up the engine operate at no load for a short time and then apply a low load.
NOTE! If the lubrication oil pressure does not increase when you have started the engine, immediately stop
the engine and do not restart until the problem has been fixed.
NOTE! Make sure that the cooling water flow is sufficient.
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