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2. PERFORMANCE
2-1 MAXIMUM OUTPUT
The maximum output is the output of an engine with its throttle valve fully opened under the condition that
all the moving parts are properly broken in after the initial break-in period. A new engine may not produce
full maximum output while its moving parts are still not broken-in.
2-2 CONTINUOUS RATED OUTPUT
The continuous rated output is the output of an engine at optimum governed speed which is most favor-
able from the view point of engine's life and fuel consumption. When the engine is installed on a certain
equipment, it is recommended that the continuous output required from the equipment should be kept
below this continuous rated output.
2-3 MAXIMUM TORQUE AND FUEL CONSUMPTION WITH MAXIMUM OUTPUT
The maximum torque is the torque at the output shaft when the engine is producing maximum output at
certain revolution. The fuel consumption rate is the amount of fuel in grams consumed per horsepower-
hour when the engine is working at continuous rated output.
