Operational Checks - MTU Gas engine8 V 4000 L62 Operating Instructions Manual

3.5 Operational checks

DANGER
Unguarded rotating and moving engine components.
Risk of serious injury – danger to life!
• Take special care when working on a running engine.
WARNING
Engine noise above 85 dB (A).
Risk of damage to hearing!
• Wear ear protectors.
Operational checks
Item
Machine room
Display SAM
Operation log (if provided)
Engine under load,
Engine at nominal speed
Task
Check machine room for smell of gas (→ Page 49).
Check for fault messages;
If fault messages are displayed: Determine the cause, rectify the fault.
Check indicated operating parameters (speed, temperatures, pressures)
Document operating parameters.
• This is especially useful for fault localization and fast remedial action.
Check engine/plant and all pipework visually for leaks, rectify any leaks
with the engine stopped;
Check for abnormal running noises and vibration.
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