Cranking The Engine - Yanmar 3JH4E Operation Manual

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5.
(1)
(2)
(3)
Figure 20
Check the coolant level in the coolant
recovery tank. The level should be at
the FULL mark (Figure 20, (2)). Add
coolant if necessary. NOTICE: NEVER
pour cold coolant into a hot engine.
6.
Remove coolant recovery tank cap
(Figure 20, (4)) to add coolant if
necessary. Do not add water.
7.
Replace filler cap and tighten it firmly.
Failure to do so will cause water
leakage.
Coolant Recovery Tank Capacity
8.
Check the rubber hose
(Figure 20, (1)) connecting the coolant
recovery tank to the coolant tank / heat
exchanger. Replace if damaged.
Note: If the coolant runs low too often or only
the coolant level in the coolant tank drops
without any change in the level in the coolant
recovery tank, there may be water or air
leaks in the cooling system. See your
authorized Yanmar dealer or distributor.
JH4 Series Operation Manual
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BEFORE YOU OPERATE

CRANKING THE ENGINE

When performing engine break-in or if the
engine has not been used for a long period
of time, engine oil will not be distributed to
all of the operating parts. Using the engine
in this condition will lead to seizure.
After a long period of non-use, distribute
engine oil to each part by cranking the
engine. Perform the following procedure
before beginning operation:
1.
Open seacock.
2.
Open fuel cock.
3.
Put remote control shift lever in
NEUTRAL.
4.
Turn battery switch to ON (if equipped).
(2)
(1)
Figure 21
Note: If the engine has not been operated for
a long period of time, check that the key can
be moved from START to ON positions
smoothly.
5.
Turn key to ON (Figure 21, (3)).
6.
3JH4E / 4JH4AE models:
a.
While pushing the STOP button on
the control panel, turn the key to
the START position
(Figure 21, (4)). NOTICE:
NEVER hold the key in the START
position for longer than 15
seconds or the starter motor will
overheat.
(3)
(4)
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