Perkins Motor Operation and Maintenance Manual (English) - REED

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Maintenance Section
Crankcase Breather (Canister) - Replace
1. Slowly loosen the cooling system filler cap in
order to relieve the pressure. Remove the cooling
system filler cap.
Note: Always discard drained fluids according to
local regulations.
2. If necessary, drain some coolant from the cooling
system into a suitable container in order to allow
space for the extraSCA.
3. Add the correct amount of SCA. Refer to the
Operation and Maintenance Manual, “Refill
Capacities and Recommendations” for more
information on SCA requirements.
4. Clean the cooling system filler cap and inspect the
gasket. If the gasket is damaged, discard the old
filler cap and install a new filler cap. If the gasket
is not damaged, use a suitable pressurizing pump
in order to pressure test the filler cap. The correct
pressure is stamped on the face of the filler cap. If
the filler cap does not retain the correct pressure,
install a new filler cap.
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Crankcase Breather (Canister)
- Replace
NOTICE
Ensure that the engine is stopped before any servicing
or repair is performed.
3. Lubricate the O ring seal (2) on the new canister
with clean engine lubricating oil. Install the new
canister. Tighten the canister to 12 N·m (8 lb ft).
Do not overtighten the canister.
4. Remove the container. Dispose of the old canister
and any split oil in a safe place.
Driven Equipment - Check
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Refer to the OEM specifications for more information
on the following maintenance recommendations for
thedrivenequipment:
• Inspection
• Adjustment
• Lubrication
• Other maintenance recommendations
Perform any maintenance for the driven equipment
which is recommended by the OEM.
Engine - Clean
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Note: The breather assembly is not installed on all
engines.
Personal injury or death can result from high voltage.
Moisture can create paths of electrical conductivity.
Make sure that the electrical system is OFF. Lock
out the starting controls and tag the controls “DO
NOT OPERATE”.
NOTICE
Accumulatedgreaseandoilonanengineisafire hazard.
Keep the engine clean. Remove debris and fluid
spills whenever a significant quantity accumulates on
the engine.
Illustration 24
Typical example
1. Place a container under the canister (1).
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2. Clean the outside of the canister. Use a suitable
tool in order to remove the canister.
NOTICE
Failure to protect some engine components from
washing may make your engine warranty invalid.
Allow the engine to cool for one hour before washing
the engine.