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OPERATION / MAINTENANCE MANUAL
MODEL 50 VIBRATORY HAMMER WITH MODEL 260 POWER UNIT
- APPENDIX A -
CUMMINS 6CT8.3 ENGINE
A-1. ENGINE OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS
The following sections are basic instructions for maintenance and operation of the APE Model 260
Power Unit Engines. All maintenance should be performed by qualified personnel who are familiar
with the equipment. (Consult the factory for additional information.)
A-1A. PRE-START INSPECTION AND PROCEDURES
1. Make a "walk-around" inspection of the engine and components for the oil, water or fuel
leaks and general appearance. Correct minor adjustments before they develop into major
repair jobs.
2.Check the crankcase oil level. Maintain the oil level between the ADD and FULL marks on
the dipstick. See OIL SPECIFICATIONS for type of oil to use.
3. Check oil level(s) on driven equipment.
WARNING: Check the engine coolant level when the engine is cool. If the engine is warm,
steam may spray outward under high pressure and cause personal injury.
4. Check the engine jacket coolant level. Slowly turn the pressure cap until the cap is
removed. Maintain coolant level to the base of the fill pipe.
5. Check the fuel supply. Keep fuel tanks full, as partially filled tanks will collect moisture.
See the FUEL SPECIFICATIONS for type of fuel.
KEEP THE FUEL SUPPLY CLEAN
6. Open the raw water valve on the engine jacket heat exchanger system (if so equipped).
Prime the raw water pump if the raw water system has been drained.
7. Reset shutoff devices. See the topic, ATTACHMENTS, Emergency Shutoff Devices and
Alarms. If the engine is equipped with an air safety shutoff control, and was tripped to the
shutoff position, reset the latch to the run position.
8. Open the fuel supply valve. If the engine has not run for some time it may be necessary
to prime the system. See the topic, PRIMING THE FUEL SYSTEM.
9. Disconnect any battery charger which is not protected against starting motor drain.
10. Disengage the clutch, or open the circuit breaker on a generator set.
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