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Perkins 1106 — Cold Weather Starting

Operation · Engine

For the Perkins 1106, from the Perkins owner's manual.

Applies to: Perkins 1106

Before you start

  • Do not use aerosol types of starting aids such as ether.

Procedure

  1. Disengage any driven equipment.
  2. Turn the keyswitch to RUN and leave it until the glow plug warning light is extinguished.
  3. Turn the keyswitch to START to engage the starting motor and crank the engine.
  4. Allow the keyswitch to return to RUN after the engine starts.
  5. Repeat steps 2 through 4 if the engine fails to start.
  6. Idle the engine three to five minutes; in cold weather increase engine rpm from 1000 to 1200.
  7. Operate the engine at low load until all systems reach operating temperature; check the gauges.

Full service-parts list: Perkins 1106 →

Source: Perkins owner'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.

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