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T SERIES ENGINES operators' handbook T SERIES ENGINES OPERATORS' HANDBOOK Engine Features ENGINE FEATURES Fuel tank Flywheel Lifting eye Fuel filter Decompressor lever Starting handle housing TR3 Features of the T series air cooled diesel engines. Features of the T series air cooled diesel engines.

T SERIES ENGINES OPERATORS' HANDBOOK This handbook explains the operation and routine maintenance of Lister Petter Power Systems T series (TR) air cooled diesel engines. If your engine is part of a Lister Petter Power Systems generating set, there is a separate operators' handbook for the genset, to explain such features as the control module. ENGINE IDENTIFICATION To identify which model of Lister Petter Power Systems T-Series diesel engine you are using refer to the engine serial number, which is stamped on a plate attached to the engine. It identifies the type and build of the engine (see...

OPERATORS' HANDBOOK T SERIES ENGINES operators' handbook 1. Safety Information SAFETY INFORMATION Read the information in this section carefully and follow all the advice given. Pay especial attention to the cautions and warnings demonstrated below, which are used throughout this handbook. This caution draws attention to special information or procedures which must be correctly observed, to avoid damage to, or destruction of, equipment. This warning draws attention to special information or procedures which must be strictly observed. Failure to do so may result in personal injury. THIS This WARNING...

T SERIES ENGINES OPERATORS' HANDBOOK Carefully read and follow all safety information and instructions in this manual. Observe the safety and informative symbols on your engine and equipment. Emergency Precautions • Be prepared with suitable equipment and knowledge in case a fire starts. • Identify a location from which calls to the emergency services can be made if necessary. • Ensure a third party knows where you are working and when you leave the working area. General Precautions • Ensure the engine is securely mounted. • Ensure that there is a generous supply of cooling and combustion air...

T SERIES ENGINES OPERATORS' HANDBOOK Manufacturers' safety data sheets will provide specific details of the physical and health hazards, safety and emergency procedures and any necessary personal protection equipment required while working with hazardous materials. • Handle fluids with care at all times. • Rectify any fuel or oil leak as soon as is practicable and clean up any spillages when they occur. • Remove any build-up of grease, oil or debris. • If any fluid comes into contact with the skin, clean off immediately (in the case of lubricating oil, clean off as soon as is practicable). Fuel...

T SERIES ENGINES OPERATORS' HANDBOOK • Funnels are very difficult to keep clean in dusty conditions. Wash them before and after use and wrap them up when not required, or fill the tank direct from a small-mouthed screw-capped can. • The fuel injection equipment is manufactured to very accurate limits and the smallest particle of dirt will destroy its efficiency. A CAUTION Keep the fuel free from water and contaminants. 1.5 PRECAUTIONS WITH FILTERS And elements • Used filters and elements contain some of the filtered liquid and should be handled and disposed of with care. • After handling new...

T SERIES ENGINES OPERATORS' HANDBOOK A WARNING Take especial care with batteries, which contain highly corrosive sulphuric acid which is poisonous, will burn skin and clothing, and will cause permanent damage including blindness if splashed into the eyes. If acid accidentally comes into contact with skin, eyes or clothes, flush it away with copious amounts of fresh water and seek medical aid. 1.8 PRECAUTIONS WITH ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS • Ensure that the battery is of sufficient capacity to start the engine down to its minimum operating temperature, taking into account any drag that may be imposed...

T SERIES ENGINES OPERATORS' HANDBOOK • Ensure that the engine is free to turn without obstruction. • Check that the lubricating oil level is correct. The oil sump must be filled to the 'full' mark on the dipstick; do not overfill. • Check that the fuel supply is adequate and the system is primed. • Ensure that the battery is connected, fully charged and serviceable. • Where possible, disengage the driven equipment while starting. 1.11 LIFTING PRECAUTIONS A lifting eye is fitted to the top of your T Series engine. The following points must be considered before attempting to lift the engine. •...

T SERIES ENGINES OPERATORS' HANDBOOK Table 2 gives technical data for all the engines in the Lister Petter Power Systems T Series. 2.1 combustion air Engine performance is affected by ambient temperature, which means the temperature ofthe air entering the engine. The temperature of the combustion air is measured at the air manifold inlet, or the air cleaner. The temperature of the cooling air is measured at the flywheel fan inlet. The higher of these two temperatures is taken as being ambient temperature as far as engine ratings are concerned. Every effort should be taken to ensure that the air...

T SERIES ENGINES operators' handbook T SERIES ENGINES OPERATORS' HANDBOOK T SERIES ENGINES OPERATORS' HANDBOOK Starting and Stopping 3. STARTING AND STOPPING 3. STARTING AND STOPPING 3.1 Preliminary 3.1 PRELIMINARY 3.1 PRELIMINARY Instructions INSTRUCTIONS INSTRUCTIONS The following operating instructions The following operating instructions The following operating instructions are of a general nature and should be are of a general nature and should be are of a general nature and should be read in conjunction with, or substituted read in conjunction with, or substituted read in conjunction with,...