Perkins Phaser Series - Safety Precautions; Engine Lift Equipment; Safety

10 GENERAL INFORMATION
Safety
Engine lift equipment
The maximum weight of the engine without coolant,
lubricant or a gearbox fitted will vary for different
applications. It is recommended that lift equipment
of the minimum capacity listed below is used:
Four cylinder engines . . . . . . 500 Kg (1100 lbs)
Six cylinder engines . . . . . . . 600 Kg (1320 lbs)
Before the engine is lifted:
• Always use lift equipment of the approved type
and of the correct capacity to lift the engine. It is
recommended that lift equipment of the type
shown in (A) is used, to provide a vertical lift
directly above the engine lift brackets (A1).
Never use a single lift bracket to raise an engine.
• Check the engine lift brackets for damage and
that they are secure before the engine is lifted.
The torque for the setscrews for the engine lift
brackets is 44 Nm (33 lbf ft) 4,5 kgf m.
• To Prevent damage to the rocker cover, ensure
that there is clearance between the hooks and
the rocker cover.
• Use lift equipment or obtain assistance to lift
heavy engine components such as the cylinder
block, cylinder head, balancer unit, flywheel
housing, crankshaft and flywheel.
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10.06 Perkins Phaser/1000 Series, April 1995