MMD Equipment 185S-6C2 - Manual (Page 29)

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.
<Procedure>
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)
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Close
Low temperature
starting valve
Open
Oil
separator
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