C8.3 Industrial Normal Starting Procedure Section 1 - Operating Instructions Page 1-3 To reduce the possibility of damage to the starting motor, do not engage the starting motor for more than 30 seconds. Wait 2 minutes between each attempt to start (electrical starting motors only). NOTE: Engines equipped with air starting motors require a minimum of 480 kPa [70 psi]. CAUTION Disengage the driven unit, or if equipped, put the transmission in neutral. With the accelerator pedal or lever in the idle position, turn the key switch to the ON position, and wait for the WAIT-TO-START lamp to go out; then, turn the key to the START position.
Full throttle is applied after engaging the starter, after 5 seconds release to idle throttle. If the engine does not start after three attempts, check the fuel supply system. Absence of blue or white exhaust smoke during cranking indicates no fuel is being delivered. The engine must have adequate oil pressure within 15 seconds after starting. If the WARNING lamp indicating low oil pressure has not gone out or there is no oil pressure indicated on a gauge within 15 seconds, shut off the engine immediately to avoid engine damage. The low oil pressure troubleshooting procedure is located in Troubleshooting Symptoms (Section TS).
CAUTION Idle the engine 3 to 5 minutes before operating with a load.