C8.3 Industrial Cold Weather Starting Section 1 - Operating Instructions Page 1-7 This illustration shows a typical series battery connection. This arrangement, positive (+) to negative (-), doubles the voltage. NOTE: Always reference the relevant OEM literature for jump starting procedures. Failure to follow correct procedures can result in damage to the ECM and other electrical equipment. Cold Weather Starting With Flame Start System WARNING Do not use starting fluids with this engine. This engine is equipped with a flame start system; use of starting fluid can cause an explosion, fire, personal injury, severe damage to the engine and property damage.
The only recommended cold weather starting aids for industrial applications with grid a flame start system, are engine coolant preheaters and oil pan immersion heaters. Contact a Cummins® Authorized Repair Location for more information Cold weather starting aids are available for your engine. Contact a Cummins® Authorized Repair Location for more information. In cold weather, the WAIT-TO-START lamp will stay on longer. If ambient temperature is below 16° C [60° F], fully depress the throttle after engaging the stater. Full throttle on the VE pump makes sure there is sufficient start fuel delivery and helps keep the engine operating once started.
The in-line pumps with RQV and RQV-K governors require full throttle position and hold the rack in the start fuel position. The throttle must be depressed after engaging the starter to allow the shutoff lever to move to the run position before moving the throttle.