Operating instructions

4 Operation
4.1 Putting the engine into operation after extended out-of-
service periods (>3 months)
Preconditions
☑ Engine is stopped and starting disabled.
☑ MTU Fluids and Lubricants Specifications (A001061/..) are available.
Putting the engine into operation (out-of-service period > 3 months)
Item Measure
Engine Depreserve (→ MTU Fluids and Lubricants Specifications A001061/..).
Lube oil system Check engine oil level (→ Page 97).
Fuel prefilter Fill with fuel (→ Page 90).
Fuel prefilter, pressure
gauge
Align adjustable pointer with position of pressure indicator (→ Page 86).
Fuel system Vent (→ Page 83).
Raw-water pump (if located
above waterline)
Prime (approx. 3 to 4 liters).
Filling point (→ Page 104).
Coolant circuit If engine is out of service for more than one year, change engine coolant
(→ Page 111).
Coolant circuit Check coolant level (→ Page 110).
Coolant circuit Heat engine coolant with coolant preheating unit.
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