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There are four basic things you need to run an internal combustion engine. Fuel, spark, compression and sufficient cranking speed. If an engine fails to start, you are lacking in one of these areas.
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Are engine cycles like other type of cycles?
yes. everything in an engine happens in order: gasoline is pumped into the chamber. when you turn the key, the spark plug sparks and the gasoline explodes, starting the engine.
Before starting any diesel or gasoline marine engine what must be checked first?
the oil
How an engine prepared for starting?
Depends on the engine. A fuel injected engine will run the fuel pump to prime the engine. A diesel engine might have glow plugs run prior to starting. Some older heavy equipment engines had a gasoline pony engine to get the crankshaft turning prior to starting the engine.
Why is a ventilation system important on a gasoline-powered boat?
Gasoline fumes are explosive and serious fire hazard and need to be removed before starting the engine. run the vent system a required length of time (read owners manual) before starting engine.
What should you do starting an inboard gasoline engine?
You should operate the blower for at least 4 minutes, and then you can feel free to start the engine.
Internal combustion engine of a gasoline engine?
a gasoline engine is an Internal combustion engine
Why must you operate the exhaust blower before starting a boats gasoline engine?
To remove fuel vapors
What should you before starting an inboard gasoline engine?
You should operate the blower for at least 4 minutes, and then you can feel free to start the engine.
Why must you operate the exhaust blower before starting a boat and inboard gasoline engine?
To remove accumulated gasoline vapors from areas of the engine compartment. Failure to do so can result in an explosion during start-up.
Will putting petrol in a diesel engine car and starting it damage the car?
Yes, putting petrol/gasoline in a diesel engine and running it will cause severe damage to the engine.
What should you do before starting an inboard gasoline engine?
You should operate the blower for at least 4 minutes, and then you can feel free to start the engine.
What came first petrol engine or diesel engine?
The gasoline engine came first. The gasoline engine was invented and patented in 1823 with the first efficient gasoline engine developed in 1876. The diesel was invented in 1893 which was 70 years after the gasoline engine.
