4.3.4.1 Pre-lubricating the engine To ensure immediate flow of oil to all bearing surfaces at initial engine startup, prepare the engines as follows: 1. Charge the engine lubrication system with lubricating oil using a commercially available pressure pre-lubricator. 2. Manually lubricate the turbocharger bearings and spin the shaft by hand two to three times. (figure 4.11, 4.12 & 4.13) Figure 4.11 Figure 4.12 Figure 4.13 Insufficient lubrication during startup can cause serious damage to engine components 4.3.5 Fuel system 1. Make sure the main fuel shutoff valve (if used) is open.
If the shutoff valve is even partially closed, it may cause erratic engine operation due to an inadequate supply of fuel to the fuel pump. 2. Fill the tank with the recommended fuel. Keeping tank full will reduce water condensation which is necessary to protect the injection system sub-assemblies like FIP & Injectors. Filling the tank full will also reduce the chance for microbe growth and protecting the fuel tank inner wall from corrosion. For more details about fuel oil specification, refer section VI 16