MTU — Stopping the engine in manual mode
Operation
From a MTU operator's manual covering: 12 V 4000 G23, 12 V 4000 G43, 12 V 4000 G63, 12 V 4000 G83, 16 V 4000 G23, 16 V 4000 G43, 16 V 4000 G63, 16 V 4000 G83. Check it applies to your exact model before use.
Applies to: MTU 12 V 4000 G23, MTU 12 V 4000 G43, MTU 12 V 4000 G63, MTU 12 V 4000 G83, MTU 16 V 4000 G23, MTU 16 V 4000 G43, MTU 16 V 4000 G63, MTU 16 V 4000 G83, MTU 12V 4000 G23 engine, MTU 12V 4000 G43 engine, MTU 12V 4000 G63 engine, MTU 12V 4000 G83 engine
Before you start
- Stopping the engine when it is running at full load causes extreme stress to the engine.
Procedure
- After generator circuit breaker has been opened, allow engine to cool down by running it idle for approx. 5 minutes
- Press stop button
- Automatic stopping procedure is performed and engine stops
- Operate cooling pump for approx. 5 minutes after engine stop
Full service-parts list: MTU 12 V 4000 G23 →, MTU 12 V 4000 G43 →, MTU 12 V 4000 G63 →, MTU 12 V 4000 G83 →, MTU 16 V 4000 G23 →, MTU 16 V 4000 G63 →, MTU 12V 4000 G23 engine →, MTU 12V 4000 G43 engine →, MTU 12V 4000 G83 engine →, MTU 16V 4000 G83 engine →
Source: MTU operator's manual. Steps and values are as documented; always cross-check against the official manual and any later revisions for your exact serial number before servicing.