Engine Break-In-Cat, Cummins, Dde S60, M-B; Engine Operation-Cat, Cummins, Dde S60, M-B - freightliner Columbia Driver Manual

5. Check the turbocharger for signs of oil or ex-
haust leaks. Correct any problems before starting
the engine.
6.
Check the engine mounting bolts for tightness.
Retighten them if necessary.
7.
Make sure the battery cable connections are
clean and tight. Check that the batteries are
charged.
8. Start the engine. See "Engine Starting".
Engine Break-In—CAT,
Cummins, DDE S60, M-B
Caterpillar
Every Caterpillar engine must pass a full-load opera-
tion test on a dynamometer before shipment, elimi-
nating the need for a break-in period. Only an initial
operational check is necessary.
Cummins
Cummins engines are run on a dynamometer before
being shipped from the factory. They do not require a
break-in period.
Detroit Diesel S60
Detroit Diesel S60 engines can be put to work upon
delivery without having to follow a formal break-in
schedule. The engine has been "run-in" on a factory
dynamometer during performance and quality assur-
ance tests prior to shipment.
Mercedes-Benz
Each Mercedes-Benz engine must pass a full-load
operating test on a dynamometer before shipment,
thereby eliminating the need for a break-in. Before
running the engine for the first time, follow the in-
structions in Chapter 2 of the MBE4000 Engine Op-
erator's Manual .
Engines and Clutches
Engine Operation—CAT,
Cummins, DDE S60, M-B
Safety and Environmental
Considerations
WARNING
Do not operate the engine in an area where flam-
mable vapors such as gasoline or diesel fumes
are present. Shut off the engine when in an area
where flammable liquids or gases are being
handled. Failure to observe these precautions
could result in serious injury or death.
Operating vehicles with diesel engines in areas
where there are concentrated flammable vapors
(such as diesel, gasoline, natural gas, or propane
fumes) can create a hazardous situation. These va-
pors can be drawn into the engine through the air
intake, and cause engine overspeed. Be especially
cautious of low-lying or closed-in areas, and always
check for signs posted where flammable vapors may
be present.
All diesel engines for these vehicles have been built
to comply with the requirements of the Federal (U.S.)
Clean Air Act. Once an engine is placed in service,
the responsibility for meeting both state and local
regulations is with the owner/operator.
It is extremely important to use the correct fuel for
EPA07-compliant engines. The following require-
ments must be met, otherwise damage can occur to
the aftertreatment device, and the warranty may be
compromised.
•
Use ultralow-sulfur diesel (ULSD) with 15 ppm
sulfur content or less, based on ASTM D2622
test procedure.
•
Do not use fuel blended with used engine lube
oil.
•
Engine lube oil must have a sulfated ash level
less than 1.0 wt %, meeting the API CJ-4 index
specifications.
Adequate maintenance of the engine and the diesel
particulate filter are the responsibility of the owner/
operator, and are essential to keep the emission lev-
els low. Good operating practices, regular mainte-
nance, and correct adjustments are factors that will
help to stay within the regulations.
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