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Effective Date: December 2017 Kevin Reynolds, Captain
Current Revision Date: 05/27/2025 Section 310.009a
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300 Training and Equipment Manual
SECTION 310.009a APPARATUS START-UP AND SHUT DOWN PROCEDURES
PURPOSE
To provide instruction to members on performing a detailed start-up and shut down of
Fresno Fire Department emergency response apparatus.
APPLICATION
With the advancement of fire apparatus technology, the necessity of proper startup
and shut down procedures are important steps to ensure the on-board computer
systems are properly cycled according to the manufacturer’s specifications. The
addition of computer driven gauges, engine and transmission components, as well as
fuel and emission control devices being properly cycled, will reduce the occurrence of
electrical system malfunctions.
OPERATIONAL POLICY
All members shall follow the appropriate process whenever starting or shutting down
emergency apparatus.
OPERATIONAL GUIDELINE
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PROCESS
Startup
Apparatus fitted with separate battery master/ignition switches should be started in
the following order:
1. Turn the battery master switch to the “on” position; this will energize
the electrical system from the batteries. A green light indicates the
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switch is in the “on” position. The gauges reset to zero and the pointers
vibrate briefly when the master switch is first activated.
2. Wait 3 to 5 seconds for initial battery diagnostics to occur.
3. Turn the ignition switch to the “on” position, this switches power from
the batteries to the starter button and the onboard computerized
accessories. When the ignition switch is activated, a green light will
indicate the switch is in the “on” position. The gauges will do a full
sweep and the icon on the instrument panel will illuminate for five (5)
seconds indicating the gauges are operational.
4. Depress the starter button to start the apparatus.
Shut Down
Properly shutting down the apparatus is just as vital as the startup procedure. The
correct sequence provides the electronics onboard the chance to cycle and store
diagnostic information in its database, which a technician would use to identify
mechanical problems should they arise. Following a proper cool down period of low-
speed city driving, or idling for at least five minutes to allow an adequate turbo charger
to cool down, apparatus should be shut down in the following order:
1. When the apparatus is parked, turn the ignition switch to the “off”
position.
2. Wait for the engine to completely stop running.
3. Turn the battery master switch to the “off” position.
4. Attach the electrical shoreline when parked in the apparatus bay.
INFORMATION
Built-in Diagnostics
If communication between the chassis and gauges is lost, a message stating “No
Data” should be displayed and the icons pertaining to those messages should flash at
an irregular rate. An amber message light should illuminate referring to the LCD
screen for a message. On the LCD screen, a communication error should appear.
Shut down the system and restart. If the problem continues, notify the shop.
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Current Revision Date: 05/27/2025 Section 310.009a
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DEFINITIONS
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