GROVE Published 10-21-2010, Control# 198-04 6-3
5540F/YB5515 SERVICE MANUAL ENGINE AND ENGINE SYSTEMS
An incorrect or malfunctioning radiator cap can
result in the loss of coolant and engine running hot.
Any sudden loss of coolant from a heavily loaded
engine can result in severe damage to the pistons
and cylinder bore.
NOTE: Some corrosion inhibitor mixtures contain soluble
oil which can have an adverse effect on some
types of water hoses.
Radiator Cap and Overflow Bottle
The cooling system is designed to use a radiator cap to
prevent the boiling of lubricant. The radiator cap is set to
open at 7 psi. (50 kPa). When it does open it allows coolant
to be expelled into the overflow bottle and as soon as the
engine cools the overflow fluid is sucked back into the
radiator. An incorrect radiator cap can result in a great loss
of coolant and the engine running hot.
Keep the overflow bottle at least half full of coolant at all
times.
Thermostat
A malfunctioning thermostat can result in the engine running
hot or cold. If it becomes necessary to replace the thermostat
see the engine manual furnished with the crane.
ENGINE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
The engine electrical system, the charging and starting
circuits, as well as the sending units, are described in this
section.
ENGINE FUEL SYSTEM
Diesel Engine Fuel System Description
The diesel engine fuel system is a closed-loop fuel system
which includes a fuel tank, an engine fuel filter, an engine
fuel pump and the fuel lines.
A fuel supply line carries fuel from the bottom of the fuel tank
to the engine fuel pump Figure 6-2. A line carries the fuel
from the engine fuel pump to the engine fuel filter. Fuel that
has been filtered flows to the fuel injector pump.
Fuel is distributed to the fuel injectors from the fuel injector
pump. Excess fuel from the fuel injector pump is returned to
tank.
Fuel Tank
The fuel tank is located on the right side of the crane. It is a
welded box construction with a suction tube installed in the
fuel support port. The tube inhibits sediment and water from
being picked up off the bottom and sent to the engine.
Fuel Level Sender and Gauge
The fuel level sender and gauge are described in the Section
11, Electrical System.
Fuel Pump
The fuel pump is installed internally in the engine and is used
to pump fuel from the fuel tank and send it under pressure to
the fuel filters and injection pump.
The fuel pump includes a priming button. This button is used
to bleed the fuel system if one of the following should occur:
• The fuel filter is not filled prior to installation.
• The injection pump is replaced.
• High pressure fuel line connections are loosened or
lines are replaced.
• Initial start up or start up after and extended period
of time.
• The fuel tank has run empty.
Refer to the diesel operator’s manual furnished with this
crane for bleeding procedures.
Fuel Filter
The filter is used to collect contaminants and water that has
accumulated in the fuel and is not picked up by the sediment
bowl. It must be serviced at regular intervals. See Section 5,
Preventive Maintenance for maintenance intervals.
Fuel Injection Pump
The fuel injection pump is a distributor-type pump with a
mechanical flywheel-type governor. The pump is flange
mounted and is driven from the engine timing case.
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FIGURE 6-2
Diesel Fuel System
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