3. Check the condition of the fan and alternator belts.
Replace the belts, if necessary. Refer to this
Operation and Maintenance Manual, “Belts -
Inspect/Adjust/Replace” for the correct procedure.
4. Replace the fuel filter elements.
5. Remove the plastic covers from the air cleaner
elements.
6. Use a bar or a turning tool to turn the engine in the
normal direction of rotation. The procedure
ensures that no hydraulic locks or resistance exist.
7. Before starting the engine, remove the valve cover
or covers. Put a large amount of engine oil on the
camshaft, cam followers, and valve mechanism to
prevent damage to the mechanism.
8. If an engine is stored for more than 1 year, Perkins
recommends prelubrication of the engine to avoid
dry starting. Use a suitable pump to put engine oil
into the engine oil system.
The pump will need to create a minimum pressure
within the engine of 0.25 bar (3.6 psi). This
pressure is needed for 15 seconds to lubricate the
internal surfaces.
Ensure that the correct oil specification is used,
refer to “Perkins Diesel Engines Fluids
Recommendations”M0113102 for more
information. Perkins recommends that the
procedure must be performed in a minimum
ambient temperature of 10° C (50° F).
9. Check the condition of all rubber hoses. Replace
any worn hoses. Replace any damaged hoses.
10. Before start-up, ensure that coolant meets the
requirements detailed in “Perkins Diesel Engines
Fluids Recommendations”M0113102.
If the engine and cooling system is in storage for
longer than 2 years, Perkins recommends re-
flushing the cooling system with RPAM 700 AF at
a 20 percent concentration to provide additional
protection.
RPAM 700 AF is available through the following
address: ChemtoolEnquiriesUK@Lubrizol.com.
Note: RPAM 700 AF can be shipped worldwide from
the U.K. There are also distributors in Asia .
11. Ensure that the cooling system is clean. Ensure
that the system is full. Ensure that the system has
the correct amount of supplemental cooling
system additive.
12. Prime the engine with clean diesel fuel before
starting.
13. On the first day of operation, check the entire
engine several times for leaks and correct
operation.
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