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OPERATION
Prior to starting the generator, check the following:
•
Lubricating oil level
•
Coolant (fresh water)
•
Fuel to engine
•
Sea water connections
•
Battery connections
•
Generator AC electrical connections
•
Exhaust connections
•
Belt tensions (governor/fresh water pump)
Engine Oil
Use a good grade of oil API Spec. SD or SE, preferably SE.
Refer
to
the
specification
section
of
this
manual
for
oil
sump
capacity.
Use the proper SAE number for
the ambient temperature at
which the unit will be operating.
CAUTION
Do not use oils designated API Spec DS.
Fresh Water Coolant
WARNING
To
avoid
serious
injury
from
escaping
steam or
scalding
coolant,
never
remove engine manifold filler cap when the
engine is hot.
Coolant should always be added to the system
via the remote coolant recovery tank.
F ill the
fr esh water
cooling system with a 50-50% mixtur e of fr esh
water and antifreeze.
Use an antifreeze that is compatible with alum-
inum cooling
system
components
(Alumi
Guard).
Thoroughly mix
the
antifr eeze and water
befor e placing
in the eng ine' s cooling system.
This is to ensure that any gelatin-like globules in the antifreeze are
broken up and will not clog the cooling system exchanger.
This mix-
ture
will
provide
freeze
protection,
reduce
corrosion
and
aid
in
cooling.
NOTE:
Ensure the passage between the manifold fitting and
filler neck area is clear before attaching connecting hose
to recovery tank.
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