Check the System
Illustration 71
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(1) Connection to breather cap for the engine
(2) Oil drain
(3) Tube assembly to atmosphere
(4) Outlet
Check the system for damage. Replace any
component that is damaged. Ensure that the outlet
(4) is clear and free from obstructions.
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Engine
Mounts
-
Inspect
Note:
The
engine
mounts
may
not
have
been
supplied
by
Perkins.
Refer
to
the
Original
Equipment
Manufacturer
(OEM)
information
for
further
details
on
the
engine
mounts
and
the
correct
bolt
torque.
Inspect
the
engine
mounts
for
deterioration
and
for
correct
bolt
torque.
Excessive
engine
vibration
can
be
caused
by
the
following
conditions:
• Incorrect mounting of the engine
• Deterioration of the engine mounts
• Loose engine mounts
Any engine mount that shows deterioration should be
replaced. Refer to the OEM information for the
recommended torques.
When the engine mounts are supplied by Perkins the
maintenance procedure will be supplied in the
Disassembly and Assembly manual for your engine.
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Engine
Oil
Level
-
Check
Hot oil and hot components can cause personal
injury. Do not allow hot oil or hot components to
contact the skin.
Illustration 72
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“
L
”
Low
“
H
”
High
NOTICE
Perform this maintenance with the engine stopped.
Note:
Ensure that the engine is either level or that
the engine is in the normal operating position in order
to obtain a true level indication.
Note:
After the engine has been switched OFF, wait
for 10 minutes in order to allow the engine oil to drain
to the oil pan before checking the oil level.
1.
Maintain the oil level between the mark (L) and the
mark (H) on the engine oil dipstick. Do not fill the
crankcase above the
“
H
”
.
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