Operating instructions

4.2 Engine – Preparations for putting 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 into operation after extended out-of-service periods (>3 months)
Item Measure
Engine Depreserve (→ MTU Fluids and Lubricants Specifications A001061/..).
Lube oil system Check engine oil level (→ Page 155);
preheat engine oil, if required.
Bar engine with starting system.
Fuel prefilter Fill with fuel (→ Page 143).
Fuel prefilter, pressure
gauge
Align adjustable pointer with position of pressure indicator (→ Page 142).
Fuel system Vent (→ Page 135).
Raw water pump (if raw
water pump lies above the
water line)
Fill with water (approx. 3 – 4 liters).
Coolant circuit If engine is out of service for more than one year, change engine coolant
(→ Page 165).
Coolant circuit Check coolant level (→ Page 164).
Coolant circuit Heat engine coolant with coolant preheating unit.
ECU Check plug-in connections (→ Page 189).
Engine control system Switch master switch to ON;
Press READY FOR OPERATION button (→ Page 85).
LOP Press LAMP TEST illuminated button (→ Page 85).
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