Cold Weather Starting
Note: Oil pan immersion heaters are not recommended for heating the lube oil. To ensure the compatibility of the components, only use equipment that is recommended by Caterpillar.
A jacket water heater is available as an option for starting in temperatures as low as 0 °C (32 °F). The jacket water heater can maintain the water temperature at approximately 32 °C (90 °F). The heated water will help to keep the oil in the engine block warm enough to flow when the engine is started. A jacket water heater is recommended for starting when the temperature is less than 16 °C (60 °F).
For electric starting, extra battery capacity may be necessary.
Consult your Caterpillar dealer for more information on the starting aids that are available for cold weather starting.
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