MBE 900 ENGINE 2007 OPERATOR'S GUIDE NOTE: As a safety function, the electronic engine control system may be wired to start the engine only if the transmission is in neutral. This is vehicle application specific. ENGINE EXHAUST To avoid injury from inhaling engine exhaust, always operate the engine in a well-ventilated area. Engine exhaust is toxic. NOTICE: Never attempt to start the MBE 900 engine using ether or any other starting fluid. Serious engine damage could result. PERSONAL INJURY To avoid injury when working near or on an operating engine, remove loose items of clothing and jewelry. Tie back or contain long hair that could be caught in any moving part causing injury. 1.
Turn on the ignition switch. 2. With the accelerator pedal in the idle position, start the engine. 3. Check the engine for leaks. [a] Check all hoses, hose clamps, and pipe unions on the engine for tightness. Shut down the engine and tighten them if necessary. Starting the Engine-Routine Before a routine start, refer to the MAINTENANCE section and see the daily checks for your engine. [b] Check the oil feed and return lines at the turbocharger for tightness. Shut down the engine and tighten them if necessary. Important: Before starting the engine, do all the recommended pretrip inspections and daily maintenance.
Check the engine oil and fuel levels, and drain contaminants from the fuel/water separator (optional). 4. Shut down the engine. 5. Remove the dipstick from the guide tube. Note the dipstick has a positive locking device such as a lever or twist-lock design that must be disengaged before NOTE: If you drain the fuel/water separator completely, you may have to prime the fuel system. All information subject to change without notice. (Rev. 04/08) 33 DDC-SVC-MAN-0040 0704 Copyright © 2008 DETROIT DIESEL CORPORATION