4 Operation
4.1 Putting the engine into operation after extended out-of-
service periods (>3 months)
Preconditions
☑ Engine is stopped and starting disabled.
☑ MTU Fluids and Lubricants Specifications (A001061/..) are available.
Putting the engine into operation (out-of-service period > 3 months)
Item
Engine
Lube oil system
Fuel prefilter
Fuel prefilter, pressure
gauge
Fuel system
Raw-water pump (if located
above waterline)
Coolant circuit
Coolant circuit
Coolant circuit
Measure
Depreserve (→ MTU Fluids and Lubricants Specifications A001061/..).
Check engine oil level (→ Page 95).
Fill with fuel (→ Page 88).
Align adjustable pointer with position of pressure indicator (→ Page 84).
Vent (→ Page 81).
Prime (approx. 3 to 4 liters).
Filling point (→ Page 102).
If engine is out of service for more than one year, change engine coolant
(→ Page 109).
Check coolant level (→ Page 108).
Heat engine coolant with coolant preheating unit.
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