Purging The Diesel Fuel System; Purging Fuel System Using A Jumper Wire - Cushman 898627 Parts & Maintenance Manual

SERVICE & MAINTENANCE Cont.
Starting the Diesel Engine con't.
6. Allow engine to warm-up before driving the vehicle (always idle and warm-up the engine for at least one minute)
Check for abnormal noises such as knocking and excessive vibration
Knocking sounds will be heard while the engine is cold, during quick acceleration and while idling.
Knocking sounds will not be heard during normal operation.
Confirm the exhaust smoke is seen as follows:
While engine is cold: White smoke
When engine is warm and during normal operation: Almost smokeless
When engine is heavily loaded: Some black smoke
Starting under sub-freezing conditions:
Make sure correct weight engine oil is used.
Make sure the battery is fully charged.
Pre-heat glow plugs for the correct length of time.
Make sure cooling system is tested safe for the ambient temperature.

PURGING THE DIESEL FUEL SYSTEM

The fuel system must be purged when:
Starting a new diesel engine for the first time
After prolonged storage
The fuel tank is allowed to run dry
The fuel filter and/or fuel lines have been loosened, removed or replaced
Purge the fuel system using one of the procedures as follows:

PURGING FUEL SYSTEM USING A JUMPER WIRE

This method allows the fuel pump to run continu-
ously when purging the system.
1. Turn the ignition key to the off position.
2. Disconnect the white/red wire form the starter coil.
Failure to remove this wire may result in the
starter engaging causing the vehicle to
move. This movement could result in per-
sonal injury and/or property damage.
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DO NOT use ether or starting fluid with diesel engines.
Severe engine damage will occur.
WARNING
NOTICE
Disconnect Red/White
Wire From Starter Coil
Purging Diesel Fuel System
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