OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS FOR A FIRST TIME START The engine may require the use of a cold weather starting aid if the ambient temperature is below 40°F (4°C). for the warning lights. If everything is OK, both lights will go out in approximately five seconds. Start the engine after the lights go out. If starting a vehicle, start the engine with foot off the foot pedal. FLAMES, EXPLOSION AND TOXICITY NOTICE: To avoid injury from flames, explosion, and toxicants when using ether, the following precautions must be taken: If the warning lights stay on, or do not come on momentarily after turning on the ignition, contact DDC Technical Service.
Operating the engine under these circumstances may result in engine damage. Do not smoke when servicing ether system. Work in well ventilated area. Do not work near open flames, pilot flames (gas or oil heaters), or sparks. Electric Starter Start an engine equipped with an electric starting motor as follows: Do not weld or carry an open flame near the ether system if you smell ether or otherwise suspect a leak. 1. With foot OFF the foot pedal, press the starter switch firmly. NOTICE: Initial Engine Start To prevent serious starting motor damage, do not press the starter switch again after the engine has started.
To start a Series 60 engine, make sure the transmission is in neutral and turn the ignition key on. You will notice that both the Amber Warning Lamp and the Red Stop Lamp will come on. This is the result of the Detroit Diesel Electronic Control (DDEC®) computer diagnosing the system to ensure everything is functional, including the light bulbs 2. If the engine fails to start within 15 seconds, release the starter switch and allow the starter to cool for 15 seconds before trying again. If the engine fails to start after four attempts, an inspection 18 All information subject to change without notice. DDC-SVC-MAN-0039 Copyright © 2009 DETROIT DIESEL CORPORATION