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STOP ENGINE (M548A3) — Continued
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CAUTION
Turbo may be damaged by heat if engine is immediately stopped after long periods of operation.
Allow engine to run at idle speed (600–650 rpm) for 3–5 minutes before stopping.
In hot weather, do not stop engine until engine coolant temperature is at 185
F (85
C) or lower.
5.
Change rpm from 600–650 to 1,000–1,200 rpm for 3 to 5 minutes. Return engine to idle speed (600–650 rpm).
CAUTION
Regulator may be damaged if you turn MASTER SWITCH OFF with engine running. Make
sure engine has stopped before turning MASTER SWITCH OFF.
6.
Pull fuel cutoff control all the way out to stop engine.
NOTE
If temperature is below -25
F (-32
C), start engine coolant heater. See task; OPERATE
ENGINE COOLANT HEATER KIT (M548A3) (WP 0041 00).
7.
Turn the MASTER SWITCH OFF.
END OF TASK
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