Operation – MMD Equipment 185S-6C2 User Manual
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4.Operation
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4.4.3 How to start the unit at low temperature
Use SAE10W-30 (CD class) for the engine oil.
Use LLC (antifreeze). Use correct amount to provide freeze protection, according to the ambient
temperature.
Battery should always be kept fully charged.
When it is difficult to start engine in cold weather, take the following measures.
①
Fully close the service valve, and fully open the
low temperature starting valve“1”which is
provided at the top of separator receiver tank for
starting under the conditions of low temperature.
②
Perform normal starting operation first and
gradually close the low temperature starting air
valve“1”, watching the rising engine speed.
[Caution]
In case that it is difficult to start engine even after
having tried the above mentioned procedures, turn
starter switch“2”to“GLOW”for preheating.
(But glow lamp“3”)
※
Never try this procedure continuously longer than
20 seconds.
Operation under Cold Weather Conditions below
23°F(
-5°C)
1
Close
Low temperature
starting valve
Open
Oil
separator
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3
2
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