Ignition Block Functioning - FNM HPE 300 Owner's Manual

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HPE 300
Marine Diesel Engines

Ignition block functioning

STEP 1 Check the engine preheating lights:
When turning the key in position (I) the generator light and the oil pressure light are ON the alarm buzzer
is ON.
The glow plugs light remains ON during this step until the engine pre-heating is completed (according to
the temperature), after few seconds the light turns OFF. Is now possible to start the engine (position II).
STEP 2 Engine start
Turn the key in position (II) and release immediately when the engine starts.
ATTENTION! Avoid the engine starter overload, release the key after max 5 sec. if engine doesn't start.
Repeat the operation if necessary.
STEP 3 Engine running
While the engine is running (in normal functioning conditions) all the lights and the buzzer must be OFF.
STEP 4 Engine stop
Turn counterclockwise the key to position (0) to turn off the engine.
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