Paccar PX 8 Operator's Manual - page 26
Operating Instructions
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PACCAR
Using Starting Aids
This engine is equipped with an intake grid heater to help
start the engine in cold weather conditions. Contact your
authorized PACCAR repair location for other cold weather
starting aid options.
WARNING! Using starting fluid to help start the
engine could cause a fire or explosion, resulting
in personal injury, property damage and severe
engine damage. Do not use starting fluid to start
this engine.
Starting Procedure After Extended
Shutdown or Oil Change
General Information
Follow the Normal Starting Procedure in this section. The
engine will run at idle only until the minimum oil pressure is
detected by the ECM. It can take more cranking time to start
the engine after an extended shut down or oil change.
Operating the Engine
Normal
Monitor the oil pressure and coolant temperature gauges
frequently. Refer to “
Lubricating Oil System
” on page 56 and
“
Cooling System
” on page 57 for recommended operating
pressures and temperatures. Shut off the engine if any
pressure or temperature does
not meet the specifications.
Continuous operation with engine coolant temperature above
or below the engine coolant temperature specifications listed
in “
Cooling System
” on page 57 can damage the engine.