TM 5-3895-382-10
Operation Section
4-30
After Starting the Engine
After Starting the Engine
NOTICE
Keep engine speed low until the engine oil
pressure light goes out. If it does not go out within
ten seconds, stop the engine. Investigate the cause
before restarting the engine. Failure to do so can
cause engine damage.
1. Allow a cold engine to warm up at LOW IDLE for at
least five minutes.
2. Look at the gauges and indicator lights frequently
during operation.
If the alternator indicator light remains on or gauges fail
to register properly, make necessary repairs before
operating the machine.
3. Cycle all controls to allow warm oil to circulate
through all cylinders and lines.
When idling the engine for warm-up, observe the
following recommendations:
In temperatures above 0°C (+32°F), warm-up
requires approximately 15 minutes.
In temperatures below 0°C (+32°F), warm-up
requires approximately 30 minutes or more.
In temperatures below -18°C (0°F) or if hydraulic
functions are sluggish, more time may be required.
