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1.0
INTRODUCTION
SCOPE OF SUPPLY
The following paragraphs summarize the “Scope of
Supply” of the Engine:
The CLARKE Engine supplied has been
designed for the sole purpose of driving a
stationary Emergency Fire Pump. It must not
be used for any other purpose.
Shall not be subjected to Horsepower
requirements greater than the certified
nameplate rating (for LPCB only).
Engines must be sized to cover fully the
maximum power absorbed by any particular
driven equipment together with a safety
factor on no less than 10%. (For Non-listed
only).
Derates for elevation and temperature need to
be considered for maximum pump power.
Fuel delivery settings are factory set with-in
the injection pump and must not be tampered
with or adjusted. Minor RPM adjustments to
meet pump requirements are permissible.
The engine shall be installed and maintained
in accordance with the guidelines stated in
this manual and technical catalog (C13965).
Periodic running checks to ensure
functionality should be kept to a maximum of
½ hour per week.
1.1
IDENTIFICATION/NAMEPLATE
Throughout this manual, the terms “Engine”
and “Machine” are used.
The term “Engine” refers solely to the diesel
engine driver as supplied by CLARKE.
The term “Machine” refers to any piece of
equipment with which the engine might
interface.
This manual provides all the information necessary to
operate your newly acquired engine safely and
efficiently, and perform routine servicing correctly.
Please read it carefully.
MODEL NUMBERING & IDENTIFICATION
There are two identification plates attached to each
engine. Clarke Identification Plate: Engine Model,
Serial Number, Rating and Date of Manufacture are
shown on this identification plate. The LC2A
identification plate is mounted on the air duct on the
right side of the engine.
Note that there are two types of identification plates,
dependent on whether the engine is a “Non-Listed”
or “Listed/Approved” Model. These are typical
examples. (See
Figure #1)
.
Clarke Identification Plates
UK Non-Listed
UK Listed/Approved
Figure #1
Clarke model numbers reflects the base engine type,
number of cylinders, cooling system, approval listing
and a power rating code.
Example: LC2A-LP30
L = Lombardini base engine prepared by
CLARKE
