Diesel Generator Tech

Perkins Engine operation procedure Warning: Never connect a system without first checking the polarity and voltage. Never disconnect the battery whilst the engine is running. Never flash connections to check for current flow. Filling the Engine With Oi l Remove the drain plug to ensure sump is clean and empty, refit and tighten the plug. Remove the oil filter plug situated on the left hand side of the gearcase by rotating T-bar anti-clockwise and pulling. Fill the sump to maximum mark on the dipstick see Fig.3 with the appropriate grade and quality of oi! specified, and replace the plug, rotating the T-bar to tighten and seal it. Priming the Lubrication System Before starting the engine for the first time, or if it has stood idle for more than three months the crankshaft and turbocharger bearings should be primed. To prime the lubrication system the engine needs to be motored over on the starter. In order that the engine does not run up to s...

Daily Inspection of Perkins Engines Lubricating Oil Level With the engine stopped for at least 5 minutes: i) Withdraw the dipstick and wipe clean. ii) Re-insert the dipstick fully into the sump. iii) Wait for at least 5 seconds, withdraw and check the oil level in relation to the two marks on the dipstick. iv) Repeat operation (i)(ii) (iii) at least twice, until identical recordings are observed. If the oil level is below the top mark, add sufficient of the same grade as that already in the engine to bring the oil level up to the top mark. Always replace the filler plug immediately replenishment is completed. Coolant Level WARNING!! The cooling system is pressurized - do not remove the filler cap when the engine is hot. Hand protection must be worn. With the engine stopped remove the radiator cap; the coolant should be 25 mm (1") below the top of the filler neck. If the level is low top up with a solution of water and inhibitor or water and anti...