CONNECTOR 4598782 - Caterpillar

Hints for Cold Weather Operation
If the engine will start, operate the engine until a minimum operating temperature of 81 °C (177.8 °F) is achieved. Achieving operating temperature will help prevent the intake valves and exhaust valves from sticking.
The cooling system and the lubrication system for the engine do not lose heat immediately upon shutdown. This means that an engine can be shut down for a period of time and the engine can still have the ability to start readily.
Install the correct specification of engine lubricant before the beginning of cold weather.
Check all rubber parts (hoses, fan drive belts, etc) weekly.
Check all electrical wiring and connections for any fraying or damaged insulation.
Keep all batteries fully charged and warm.
Fill the fuel tank at the end of each shift.
Check the air cleaners and the air intake daily. Check the air intake more often when you operate in snow.
Ensure that the glow plugs are in working order. Refer to Testing and Adjusting Manual, "Glow Plug - Test".
Personal injury or property damage can result from alcohol or starting fluids.Alcohol or starting fluids are highly flammable and toxic and if improperly stored could result in injury or property damage.
Do not use aerosol types of starting aids such as ether. Such use could result in an explosion and personal injury.
For jump starting with cables in cold weather, refer to the this manual, "Starting with Jump Start Cables." for instructions.Viscosity of the Engine Lubrication Oil
Correct engine oil viscosity is essential. Oil viscosity affects the amount of torque that is needed to crank the engine. Refer to this this manual, "Fluid Recommendations" for the recommended viscosity of oil.Recommendations for the Coolant
Provide cooling system protection for the lowest expected outside temperature. Refer to this this manual, "Fluid Recommendations" for the recommended coolant mixture.In cold weather, check the coolant often for the correct glycol concentration in order to ensure adequate freeze protection.Engine Block Heaters
Engine block heaters (if equipped) heat the engine jacket water that surrounds the combustion chambers. This provides the following functions:
Startability is improved.
Warm up time is reduced.An electric block heater can be activated once the engine is stopped. An effective block heater is typically a 1250/1500 W unit. Consult your Caterpillar dealer or your Caterpillar distributor for more information.Idling the Engine
When idling after the engine is started in cold weather, increase the engine rpm from 1000 to 1200 rpm. This will warm up the engine more quickly. Maintaining an elevated low idle speed for extended periods will be easier with the installation of a hand throttle. The engine should not be “raced” in order to speed up the warm up process.While the engine is idling, the application of a light load (parasitic load) will assist in achieving the minimum operating temperature. The minimum operating temperature is 82 °C (179.6 °F).Recommendations for Coolant Warm Up
Warm up an engine that has cooled below normal operating temperatures due to inactivity. This should be performed before the engine is returned to full operation. During operation in very cold temperature conditions, damage