Starting/stopping the engine – for driving
4.1 Starting the engine – from the driver's cab
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GMK3060
13.12.2018
With flame start
system
The flame start system warms the suction air of the engine.
This section pertains to starting a warm and cold engine.
The flame start system is activated each time the ignition is turned on:
– When the engine is warm, the lamp (1) will light up only briefly
(2 to 3 seconds).
– When the engine is cold, the lamp (1) goes out as soon as the engine is
preheated (duration of up to 20 seconds).
Start the engine within the next 30 seconds; otherwise, you must switch on the
ignition again and wait until the lamp goes out.
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If the lamp (1) does not go out, there is a malfunction in the flame start system;
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• Wait until the lamp (1) goes out.
• Do not press the accelerator.
• Turn the ignition key to position 3 and hold it there until the engine starts.
• Release the ignition key after the engine starts.
• If the engine does not start, release the ignition key after about 15 seconds and
wait one minute before trying again.
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If the engine does not start after several attempts; Ã Engine malfunctions,
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Danger of explosion when using starter fuel
The engine may never be started with the aid of starter fuel. The starter fuel
sprayed into the intake manifold can ignite.
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