Perkins 1103 User Manual

Operation and
Maintenance
Manual
1103 and 1104 Industrial Engines
DC(Engine)
DD(Engine)
DJ (Engine)
DK (Engine)
RE (Engine)
RG
(Engine)
RJ(Engine)
RR(Engine)
RS(Engine)
RT(Engine)
DF(Engine)
DG (Engine)
SEBU7833-04
January 2015

Perkins 1103 Specifications

General

Brand	Perkins
Model	1103
Category	Engine
Language	English

Summary

Foreword

Safety and Operational Guidance

Covers safety precautions, operation techniques, and maintenance guidance.

Safety Section

Safety Messages and General Hazards

Discusses warning signs, hazard identification, and general safety precautions.

Burn and Fire Prevention

Advises on avoiding burns, fires, and explosions from engine components and fluids.

Crushing, Mounting, and Starting Safety

Covers crushing/cutting prevention, mounting/dismounting, and engine starting safety.

Electrical System and Stopping Safety

Product Identification Information

Engine Identification and Serial Numbers

Explains engine identification by serial numbers and the serial number plate.

Operation Section

Engine Starting Procedures

Outlines procedures and safety checks before starting the engine.

Engine Operation and Warm-up

Covers engine operation, warm-up, and fuel conservation practices.

Cold Weather Operation

Cold Weather Operation Tips

Provides essential tips for effective operation in cold weather.

Starting and Fuel Considerations for Cold Weather

Lubrication System Maintenance

Engine Oil Level Check

Engine Oil and Filter Change Procedure

Provides procedures for draining oil and replacing the oil filter.

Fuel System Maintenance

Fuel System Priming Procedures

Fuel Filter Replacement Steps

Details procedures for replacing primary and secondary fuel filters.

Cooling System Maintenance

Coolant Change Procedures

Details procedures for changing commercial heavy-duty and ELC coolant.

Coolant Level Check

Warranty Information

Emissions Warranty Information