Operators Manual

Table Of Contents
Starting the Engine for the First Time
WARNING: EXPLOSION
To avoid injury from explosion, never use ether with an engine's
electrical cold starting system.
Before starting the engine the first time, perform an inspection of the engine
systems.
EPA07 engines only: An electrical grid heater is used as a cold weather starting aid
if the ambient temperature is below 4ºC (40ºF).
To start the engine, the transmission should be in neutral and the ignition key
turned to ON.
WARNING: ENGINE EXHAUST
To avoid injury from inhaling engine exhaust, always operate the
engine in a well-ventilated area. Engine exhaust is toxic.
WARNING: PERSONAL INJURY
To avoid injury when working near or on an operating engine
equipped with an hydraulic clutch fan, remove loose items of
clothing and jewelry. Tie back or contain long hair that could be
caught in any moving part causing injury. The hydraulic fan may
start without warning.
You will notice that the Amber Warning Lamp (AWL), Red Stop Lamp (RSL),
Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL), Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF) Regeneration
lamp, and High Exhaust Temperature (HEST) lamp will come on. This is the result
of the DDEC computer diagnosing the system to ensure everything is functional,
including the light bulbs for the warning lights. If everything is OK, all lights will
go out in approximately five seconds.
The lights must go out before starting the engine. If starting a vehicle, the
operators foot must be OFF the accelerator pedal before starting the engine.
NOTICE: If the warning lights stay on, or do not come on momentarily after
turning on the ignition, contact the Detroit™ Customer Support Center at
1-800-445-1980. Operating the engine under these circumstances may
result in engine damage.
Starting the Engine
1. Place the transmission in neutral, and set the parking brake.
Operating Instructions for Starting the Engine
46 All information subject to change without notice.
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