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ISBe/ISB Series Engines – 101-014   Normal Starting Procedure

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 CAUTION 

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).

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Idle the engine 3 to 5 minutes before operating with a load.

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After starting a cold engine, increase the engine speed (rpm) slowly to provide adequate lubrication to the bearings and to allow the oil pressure to stabilize.

  
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 CAUTION 

Do not operate engine at low idle for long periods with engine coolant temperature below the minimum specification in Maintenance Specifications (Section V). This can result in the following:
  • Fuel Dilution of the lubricating oil
  • Carbon build up in the cylinder
  • Cylinder head valve sticking
  • Reduced performance
  
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Last Modified:  31-Oct-2002
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