Revision 3
Couplings
a.
Feel set screws and keys to determine
if
coupling halves are tight on the shafts.
Manually turn the shafts to feel,
if
possible, for excessive play in the coupling. Look for
evidence
of
angular or parallel misalignment between the shafts.
5.
Every Six
(6)
Months or Approximately Every 500 Hours of
Operation
Diesel Engine
a.
Change fuel filter. Refer
to
MANUFACTURERS' LITERATURE included with this
manual.
b.
Check antifreeze concentration. Use ethylene-glycol based antifreeze
to
protect engine
to
-37°F
(-37
°
C)
throughout the year.
c.
Change coolant filter. Refer
to
MANUFACTURERS' LITERATURE included with this
manual.
High Pressure Pump
a.
Check sealing surfaces
of
the fluid cylinder valves and valve seats. Refinish
if
needed.
b.
Check for compressed or broken valve springs. Replace
if
needed.
c.
Check plungers. Replace if worn, scored or otherwise damaged.
d.
Replace crosshead stub seals.
e.
Check crosshead deflectors. Replace
if
damaged.
f.
Replace V-belts
if
slipping excessively.
g.
Change oil in high pressure pump and optional gear-pac or transmission. Refer
to
IV:
Lubrication Instructions in this section. Remove the crankcase and optional gear-pac
covers, if so equipped, during the oil change. Wipe the interior clean with lint-free
rags--
do not use paper towels. Inspect for worn parts or abnormal conditions. Check
the torque on the connecting rod bolts. Refer to
Section 8: REPAIR.
6.
Every Year or Approximately Every 1000 Hours of Operation
Diesel Engine
a.
Check valve clearance. Refer
to
MANUFACTURERS' LITERATURE included with this
manual.
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