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Perkins 403D-07 User Manual

Perkins 403D-07
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Operation and
Maintenance
Manual
400A and 400D Industrial Engines
GG (Engine)
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GS (Engine)
GT (Engine)
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GV (Engine)
SEBU8311-09 (en-us)
June 2020
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Perkins 403D-07 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Engine Model403D-07
Engine TypeDiesel
Fuel SystemDirect Injection
AspirationNaturally Aspirated
Cooling SystemLiquid-cooled

Summary

Foreword

California Proposition 65 Warning

Warnings about chemicals in exhaust and engine components.

Literature Information

Information on manual usage and availability.

Safety Overview

Overview of the safety section.

Operation Overview

Overview of the operation section.

Maintenance Overview

Overview of the maintenance section.

Safety Section

Safety Messages

General warnings and safety symbols.

General Hazard Information

General hazards and precautions for safe operation.

Burn Prevention

Precautions to prevent burns from hot engine parts and fluids.

Fire Prevention and Explosion Prevention

Guidelines to prevent fires and explosions related to fuel and electrical systems.

Crushing Prevention and Cutting Prevention

Safety measures to avoid crushing and cutting injuries.

Before Starting Engine Safety

Safety checks and preparations before engine start.

Engine Starting Safety

Safety precautions during engine startup.

Engine Stopping Safety

Procedures for safely shutting down the engine.

Electrical System Safety

Safety considerations related to the electrical system.

Product Information Section

Model Views

Illustrations of different engine models.

Engine Description

General description and variants of the 400 series engines.

Engine Specifications

Key technical specifications for different engine models.

Engine Service Life

Factors affecting engine service life and expected lifespan.

Aftermarket Products and Perkins Engines

Warranty implications of using non-Perkins parts.

Product Identification Information

How to identify engine model, serial number, and other details.

Reference Numbers

Information for ordering parts and future reference.

Operation Section

Lifting and Storage

Procedures for lifting and storing the engine.

Gauges and Indicators

Explanation of various engine gauges and their readings.

Features and Controls

Overview of engine controls and features.

Engine Starting

Procedures and precautions for starting the engine.

Engine Operation

Proper techniques and practices for operating the engine efficiently.

Engine Stopping

Procedures for safely shutting down the engine.

Cold Weather Operation

Guidelines for operating the engine in cold weather conditions.

Fuel and the Effect from Cold Weather

How fuel properties affect cold weather performance.

Fuel Related Components in Cold Weather

How fuel tanks and filters are affected by cold weather.

Maintenance Section

Refill Capacities

Fluid capacities for various engine systems.

Cooling System

Information on total cooling system capacity.

Fluid Recommendations

Recommendations for fuel and coolant specifications.

Diesel Fuel Requirements

Specifications and requirements for diesel fuel quality.

Diesel Fuel Characteristics

Properties of diesel fuel like cetane number and viscosity.

Fuel Density

Importance of fuel density for engine performance.

Fuel Sulfur Content

Regulations and requirements for fuel sulfur content.

Fuel Lubricity

Fuel lubricity and its role in preventing pump wear.

Group 4 Biodiesel

Information and recommendations for using biodiesel fuel.

Fuel for Cold Weather Operation

Fuel requirements for operating in cold weather.

General Coolant Information

General information and precautions for engine coolant.

Glycol in Coolant

Role of glycol in coolant for freeze and boil protection.

Extended Life Coolant (ELC)

Information about Extended Life Coolant (ELC) and its applications.

ELC Cooling System Maintenance

Procedures for maintaining ELC cooling systems.

Changing to Perkins ELC

Steps to convert from conventional antifreeze to Perkins ELC.

ELC Cooling System Contamination

Managing contamination in ELC cooling systems.

Commercial Heavy-Duty Antifreeze and SCA

Using heavy-duty antifreeze and Supplemental Coolant Additives (SCA).

General Lubricant Information

General guidelines for engine oil selection, including API classifications.

Engine Oil

Information on commercial engine oils and their classifications.

TBN and Fuel Sulfur Levels

Relationship between TBN, fuel sulfur, and oil change intervals.

Synthetic Base Stock Oils

Acceptability and performance of synthetic base oils.

Re-refined Base Stock Oils

Acceptability and use of re-refined base stock oils.

Lubricants for Cold Weather

Recommended lubricants for cold weather operation.

Oil analysis

Using oil analysis for engine diagnostics and maintenance.

Maintenance Recommendations

General recommendations for engine maintenance.

Welding on Engines with Electronic Controls

Safety procedures for welding on engines with electronic controls.

Maintenance Interval Schedule

Schedule of maintenance tasks based on hours or time intervals.

Aftercooler Core - Clean/Test

Procedure for cleaning and testing the aftercooler core.

Aftercooler Core - Inspect

Inspection of the aftercooler for damage and debris.

Alternator - Inspect

Inspection of the alternator for proper operation and charging.

Alternator and Fan Belts - Inspect/Adjust

Inspecting and adjusting alternator and fan belts.

Alternator and Fan Belts - Replace

Procedure for replacing alternator and fan belts.

Battery - Replace

Steps for replacing the engine battery.

Battery Electrolyte Level - Check

How to check and maintain the battery electrolyte level.

Battery or Battery Cable - Disconnect

Procedures for safely disconnecting battery cables.

Cooling System Coolant (Commercial Heavy-Duty) - Change

Procedure for changing commercial heavy-duty coolant.

Cooling System Coolant (ELC) - Change

Procedure for changing Extended Life Coolant (ELC).

Cooling System Coolant Level - Check

How to check the coolant level in the recovery tank.

Cooling System Supplemental Coolant Additive (SCA) - Test/Add

Testing and adding Supplemental Coolant Additive (SCA).

Cooling System Water Temperature Regulator - Replace

Procedure for replacing the water temperature regulator.

Driven Equipment - Check

Maintenance recommendations for driven equipment.

Engine - Clean

Procedures for cleaning the engine.

Engine Air Cleaner Element - Replace

Procedure for replacing the engine air cleaner element.

Servicing the Air Cleaner Elements

Maintenance of air cleaner elements.

Engine Air Cleaner Service Indicator - Inspect

Inspecting the air cleaner service indicator.

Engine Air Precleaner - Check/Clean

Checking and cleaning the engine air precleaner.

Engine Crankcase Breather - Replace

Procedure for replacing the engine crankcase breather.

Engine Mounts - Inspect

Inspecting engine mounts for damage and proper torque.

Engine Oil Level - Check

How to check and maintain the engine oil level.

Engine Oil and Filter - Change

Procedures for changing engine oil and oil filter.

Replace the Oil Filter

Procedure for replacing the oil filter.

Fill the Engine Crankcase

How to fill the engine crankcase with the correct amount of oil.

Engine Valve Lash - Inspect/Adjust

Inspecting and adjusting engine valve lash for optimal performance.

Fuel Injector - Test/Change

Testing and changing fuel injectors.

Fuel System - Prime

Procedure for priming the fuel system to remove air.

Fuel filters

Types of fuel filters that may be installed on the engine.

Priming the system

Ensuring air is removed from the primary fuel filter and system.

Hand Priming Pump

Procedure for priming the fuel system using a hand pump.

In-line Priming Pump

Procedure for priming the fuel system using an in-line pump.

Electrical Priming Pump

Procedure for priming the fuel system using an electrical pump.

Fuel Transfer Pump

Procedure for priming the fuel system using a fuel transfer pump.

Fuel System Filter - Replace

Procedures for replacing fuel system filters.

Fuel Filter with Element

Procedure for replacing fuel filter elements.

Fuel Filter with Priming Pump

Procedure for replacing fuel filters with a priming pump.

In Line Fuel Filter

Procedure for replacing in-line fuel filters.

Fuel System Primary Filter - Replace

Procedure for replacing the primary fuel filter.

Fuel System Primary Filter/Water Separator - Drain

Procedure for draining the primary fuel filter and water separator.

Fuel Tank Water and Sediment - Drain

Procedure for draining water and sediment from the fuel tank.

Fuel Storage Tanks

Recommendations for fuel storage tanks.

Hoses and Clamps - Inspect/Replace

Inspecting and replacing hoses and clamps.

Radiator - Clean

Procedure for cleaning the radiator.

Severe Service Application - Check

Checking engine parameters for severe service applications.

Starting Motor - Inspect

Inspecting the starting motor for proper operation.

Turbocharger - Inspect

Inspecting the turbocharger for proper function and signs of wear.

Walk-Around Inspection

Performing a visual inspection of the engine compartment.

Water Pump - Inspect

Inspecting the water pump for leaks and proper operation.

Warranty Section

Warranty Information

General warranty information.

Emissions Warranty Information

Information regarding emissions warranty coverage.

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