Safety Section Before Starting Engine 10 SEBU9064 Unless other maintenance instructions are provided, never attempt adjustments while the engine is running. i02157354 Engine Starting Stay clear of all rotating parts and of all moving parts. Leave the guards in place until maintenance is performed. After the maintenance is performed, reinstall the guards. Keep objects away from moving fan blades. The fan blades will throw objects or cut objects. Do not use aerosol types of starting aids such as ether. Such use could result in an explosion and personal injury. When objects are struck, wear protective glasses in order to avoid injury to the eyes.
Chips or other debris may fly off objects when objects are struck. Before objects are struck, ensure that no one will be injured by flying debris. If a warning tag is attached to the engine start switch or to the controls, DO NOTstart the engine or move the controls. Consult with the person that attached the warning tag before the engine is started. All protective guards and all protective covers must be installed if the engine must be started in order to perform service procedures. To help prevent an accident that is caused by parts in rotation, work around the parts carefully.
i02813489 Before Starting Engine Before the initial start-up of an engine that is new, serviced or repaired, make provision to shut the engine off, in order to stop an overspeed. This may be accomplished by shutting off the air and/or fuel supply to the engine. Start the engine from the operator's compartment or from the engine start switch. Always start the engine according to the procedure that is described in the Operation and Maintenance Manual, “Engine Starting” topic in the Operation Section. Knowing the correct procedure will help to prevent major damage to the engine components. Knowing the procedure will also help to prevent personal injury.
Overspeed shutdown should occur automatically for engines that are controlled electronically. If automatic shutdown does not occur, press the emergency stop button in order to cut the fuel and/or air to the engine. Inspect the engine for potential hazards. To ensure that the jacket water heater (if equipped) and/or the lube oil heater (if equipped) is working correctly, check the water temperature gauge and the oil temperature gauge during the heater operation. Before starting the engine, ensure that no one is on, underneath, or close to the engine. Ensure that the area is free of personnel. Engine exhaust contains products of combustion which can be harmful to your health.
Always start the engine and operate the engine in a well ventilated area. If the engine is started in an enclosed area, vent the engine exhaust to the outside. If equipped, ensure that the lighting system for the engine is suitable for the conditions. Ensure that all lights work correctly, if equipped. All protective guards and all protective covers must be installed if the engine must be started in order to perform service procedures. To help prevent an accident that is caused by parts in rotation, work around the parts carefully. Note: The engine is equipped with an automatic device for cold starting for normal conditions of operation.
If the engine will be operated in very cold conditions, then an extra cold starting aid may be required. Normally, the engine will be equipped with the correct type of starting aid for your region of operation. Do not bypass the automatic shutoff circuits. Do not disable the automatic shutoff circuits. The circuits are provided in order to help prevent personal injury. The circuits are also provided in order to help prevent engine damage. The 400 Series engines are equipped with a glow plug starting aid in each individual cylinder that heats the intake air in order to improve starting. See the Service Manual for repairs and for adjustments.