Start Engine In Manual Mode (Testing Mode) - MTU 12 V 2000 P12 Operating Instructions Manual

4.4 Start engine in manual mode (testing mode)

Preconditions
☑ Generator (if provided) not connected to network.
☑ External start interlock is not activated.
DANGER
Unguarded rotating and moving engine components.
Risk of serious injury – danger to life!
• Before barring or starting the engine, make sure that nobody is in the danger zone.
WARNING
Engine noise above 85 dB (A).
Risk of damage to hearing!
• Wear ear protectors.
Preparation
Item
Operating mode selector
switch (if provided)
Preheating pump (if provid‐
ed)
Starting the engine
Item
Switchgear cabinet, control
panel etc. (depending on
manufacturer)
Connect generator to network (if provided), run engine to reach operating
temperature )
Item
Switchgear cabinet, control
panel etc. (depending on
manufacturer)
Engine
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Task
Change to manual mode.
Switch ON.
Task
If coolant temperature is
• > 40 °C (with preheating equipment), or
• > 5 °C (without preheating equipment):
Press start button.
• Automatic starting sequence is performed;
• Engine speed display instrument indicates increasing crankshaft speed;
• After the starting sequence is completed, engine is running at rated
speed.
Task
Close the generator circuit breaker.
Apply full load only after engine has reached operating temperature (cool‐
ant temperature approx. 75 °C).