Diesel engine Series 15B / 18B Table of contents General..................6 Information about this manual ........6 Explanation of the symbols..........7 Limitation of liability............8 Copyright................9 Warranty terms ..............9 Customer service ............9 Safety ..................10 Customer’s responsibility..........10 Personnel requirements..........12 2.2.1 Qualifications ..........12 Appropriate use ............13 Personal protective equipment ........14 Specific dangers ............15 Safety devices..............18...
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Diesel engine Series 15B / 18B Table of contents Structure and function............28 Overview ..............28 Electrical System............30 4.2.1 Alternator (option) ........30 4.2.2 Alternator regulator (option)......30 4.2.3 Operating conditions........30 4.2.4 Dangers and cause of failure....... 31 4.2.5 Batteries............
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Diesel engine Series 15B / 18B Table of contents Maintenance .................60 Safety................60 Maintenance plan ............62 Cleaning the intake area..........65 Cleaning cooling air area ..........66 Checking threaded connections ........66 Changing engine oil .............68 8.6.1 Version with oil drain plug ......68 8.6.2 Version with oil drain valve......69 Replacing oil filter ............70 Replacing fuel filter ............71...
Diesel engine Series 15B / 18B General Pos: 1.1 /KN2006-SM/Allgemeines/100 1 Allgemeines_Titel @ 8\mod_1142088318714_2.doc @ 75729 1 General Pos: 1.2 /KN2006-Projekte/Bukh-Farymann/Allgemeines/1.1 Informationen zu dieser Anleitung 2032 @ 49\mod_1193127438704_2.doc @ 760809 1.1 Information about this manual This manual makes safe and efficient use of the engine possible. The manual is an integral part of the machine and must be kept in the immediate vicinity of the machine and accessible at any time for the personnel.
Diesel engine Series 15B / 18B General Pos: 1.4 /KN2006-Projekte/Bukh-Farymann/Allgemeines/1.1 Symbolerklärung 2032 @ 49\mod_1193127594098_2.doc @ 760846 1.2 Explanation of the symbols Safety information Safety information in this manual is identified using symbols. The safety information is introduced using signal words which express the scale of the hazard.
Diesel engine Series 15B / 18B General Pos: 1.6 /KN2006-Projekte/Bukh-Farymann/Allgemeines/1.1 Haftungsbeschränkung 2032 @ 49\mod_1193127726621_2.doc @ 760863 1.3 Limitation of liability All information and instructions for use in this manual have been compiled taking account of the applicable standards and regulations, the latest state of technology and our many years of expertise and experience.
Diesel engine Series 15B / 18B General Pos: 1.9 /KN2006-SM/Allgemeines/140 1.1 Urheberschutz @ 8\mod_1142092015791_2.doc @ 75821 1.4 Copyright This Manual is protected by copyright law and exclusively to be used for internal purposes. Passing this Manual on to third parties, duplication of any kind – even in form of excerpts –...
Diesel engine Series 15B / 18B Safety 2 Safety Pos: 2.2 /KN2006-SM/Sicherheit/001 1.0 Einführung @ 8\mod_1142427208593_2.doc @ 77492 This paragraph provides an overview of all important safety aspects for optimal protection of personnel as well as safe and trouble-free operation. Disregarding this Manual and safety regulations specified therein may result in considerable danger.
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The engine must be checked for intactness before every start-up. In the case of doubt, always contact the nearest Greaves Farymann Diesel service partner before starting the engine. Only regular maintenance in accordance with the information in this operator's manual maintains the operational readiness of the engine.
Technical personnel are persons who on the basis of their professional training by Greaves Farymann Diesel GmbH, experience and knowledge of the relevant conditions can perform the work assigned to them using the operating and repair instructions and can recognise and avoid possible dangers themselves.
Any other use is considered to be improper. Greaves Farymann Diesel GmbH accepts no liability for any dangers and damage resulting from this. The risk is borne solely by the user.
Diesel engine Series 15B / 18B Safety Pos: 2.14 /KN2006-SM/Sicherheit/006 Persönliche Schutzausstattung/006 1.1 Persönliche Schutzausrüstung @ 8\mod_1143360751363_2.doc @ 80982 2.4 Personal protective equipment Wearing of personal protective equipment is required when working to minimize the health hazards. Always wear the protective equipment that is necessary for the respective task when working.
Diesel engine Series 15B / 18B Safety Pos: 2.25 /KN2006-SM/Sicherheit/007 Besondere Gefahren/007 1.1 Besondere Gefahren_Titel und Einleitung @ 8\mod_1143366409048_2.doc @ 81172 2.5 Specific dangers The following section lists the residual risks that have been determined by the risk assessment. Heed the safety instructions listed here, and the warnings in subsequent chapters of this Manual, to reduce health hazards and to avoid dangerous situations.
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Diesel engine Series 15B / 18B Safety Pos: 2.29 /KN2006-Projekte/Bukh-Farymann/Sicherheit/Gesundheitsgefährdende Stoffe 43F (P02032) @ 31\mod_1172226012495_2.doc @ 358852 Substances harmful to health WARNING! Danger of poisoning and danger of skin rashes and allergies! Fuels and lubricants contain substances harmful to health and can result in severe poisoning and skin rashes or allergies.
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Diesel engine Series 15B / 18B Safety Pos: 2.31 /KN2006-SM/Sicherheit/007 Besondere Gefahren/Leicht entzündliche Stoffe_Warnung! @ 18\mod_1143370179640_2.doc @ 81274 Highly flammable materials WARNING! Fire hazard by highly flammable materials! Highly flammable materials, liquids or gases may catch fire causing serious and even fatal injuries. Therefore: –...
Diesel engine Series 15B / 18B Safety Pos: 2.37 /KN2006-Projekte/Bukh-Farymann/Sicherheit/008 1.1 Sicherheitseinrichtungen 43F (P02032) @ 31\mod_1172221621537_3.doc @ 358700 2.6 Safety devices WARNING! Risk of injury due to non-functional safety devices! Safety is only ensured if the safety devices are intact. Therefore: –...
Diesel engine Series 15B / 18B Safety Pos: 2.41 /KN2006-Projekte/Bukh-Farymann/Sicherheit/1.1 Umweltschutz 2032 @ 49\mod_1193129051298_2.doc @ 760988 2.8 Environmental protection CAUTION! Danger to the environment due to mishandling! Significant environmental damage can occur, particularly for incorrect disposal, if environmentally hazardous operating materials are mishandled. Therefore: –...
Diesel engine Series 15B / 18B Technical data 3.3 Standard configuration The engine is delivered with the following standard configuration: 3.9 litre fuel tank Fuel filter Dry type air cleaner, optional oil bath air cleaner Exhaust silencer Crank handle (rigid) Pos: 3.7 /KN2006-SM/nL---------- Abschnittsende ---------- @ 8\mod_1141997892953_0.doc @ 75473 os: 3.8 /KN2006-Projekte/Bukh-Farymann/Technische Daten/1.1 Optionen 6415 @ 54\mod_1196421642994_2.doc @ 834691...
Diesel engine Series 15B / 18B Technical data Pos: 3.12 /KN2006-Projekte/Bukh-Farymann/Technische Daten/1.1 Motor-Typenschlüssel 6600 @ 65\mod_1207146542823_2.doc @ 1129206 3.6 Engine type code The engine type code is a 12-digit code in addition to the serial number e.g. 15B 430.0118 D5 Trim No.
Diesel engine Series 15B / 18B Technical data 3.7 Engine data Description Value Type Vertical single-cylinder diesel engine Design Vertical Cylinder Operating method Four-stroke Combustion method Direct injection Rotation direction Clockwise rotation (as seen from output or flywheel side) Type of cooling Air-cooled Valve control Overhead valves with push rods and...
Diesel engine Series 15B / 18B Technical data 3.12 Operating materials Description Value Fuel Diesel EN 590 DIN 51601-OK BS 2869 A1/A2 ASTM D 975-1D/D2 Engine oil Multigrade oil SAE 10W 40 mineral oil API (CD or higher) Max. engine oil quantity with oil filter Standard version approx.
Diesel engine Series 15B / 18B Technical data 3.13 Engine oil specification The engine oil quality has a significant influence on the lifetime, performance and thus also the cost-effectiveness of the engine. The ambient temperature at the installation location or application of the engine is crucial for the selection of the correct viscosity class.
Diesel engine Series 15B / 18B Structure and function 4.2 Electrical System 4.2.1 Alternator (option) The permanent magnets on the magnet carrier (1) induce an alternating current proportional to speed in the coils of the stator (3). NOTE! The connector at cable (2) on the alternator can be one of various versions.
Diesel engine Series 15B / 18B Structure and function 4.2.4 Dangers and cause of failure Dangers Cause of failure Battery terminals incorrectly Damage to the charging circuit connected Defective battery or complete Destruction of the alternator discharge regulator Disconnection of the battery Immediate destruction of the when the engine is running alternator regulator...
Diesel engine Series 15B / 18B Structure and function 4.2.5 Batteries Observe the following safety factors: Batteries produce explosive gases. Keep away from naked flames and other ignition sources. Do not smoke. Do not lay any tools on the battery. Always disconnect the negative pole of the battery before performing work on the electrical system.
Diesel engine Series 15B / 18B Transport, packing and storage Pos: 5.8 /KN2006-SM/Transport, Verpackung und Lagerung/005 1.1 Verpackung_Titel @ 9\mod_1144054971395_2.doc @ 84772 5.3 Packing Pos: 5.9 /KN2006-SM/Transport, Verpackung und Lagerung/005 1.1.0 Zur Verpackung @ 9\mod_1144055345537_2.doc @ 84786 Concerning packing The individual packages have been packed to match the transport conditions that can be expected.
Therefore: – In the case of storage for longer than 6 months, contact the nearest Greaves Farymann Diesel service partner in order to agree suitable precautions. 2008-09-08...
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Diesel engine Series 15B / 18B Installation and commissioning Install key (4) into the keyway of the crankshaft and ensure that this sits correctly. Fig. 11 Install the flywheel (5) ensuring that it is not twisted during the installation. NOTE! In the case of improper installation of the flywheel, the magnets of the magnet carrier (e.g.
Diesel engine Series 15B / 18B Installation and commissioning After the installation of the flywheel, check without fail that the key is seated in the keyway of the crankshaft before screwing on the flywheel nut. NOTE! In the case of improper mounting of the flywheel, the key can fall out of the crankshaft keyway.
Diesel engine Series 15B / 18B Installation and commissioning 6.2.3 Attaching speed controller NOTE! Depending on the version and installation position of the engine, the speed controller can be installed differently by the device manufacturer. Depending on the version and installation position of the engine, different versions for the speed controller can be attached (e.g.
Diesel engine Series 15B / 18B Installation and commissioning Pos: 6.9 /KN2006-Projekte/Bukh-Farymann/Installation und Inbetriebnahme/1.1 Erstinbetriebnahme @ 47\mod_1190297379634_2.doc @ 628243 6.3 Initial commissioning CAUTION! Engine damage due to missing operating materials! The engine is delivered without operating materials. Operation without all required operating materials can destroy the engine.
Diesel engine Series 15B / 18B Installation and commissioning Pos: 6.11 /KN2006-Projekte/Bukh-Farymann/Installation und Inbetriebnahme/1.1 Motoröl auffüllen 6415 @ 54\mod_1196688564276_2.doc @ 836346 6.4 Filling with engine oil CAUTION! Engine damage due to incorrect oil quantity! Too high or too low engine oil level can result in damage to the engine.
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Diesel engine Series 15B / 18B Installation and commissioning Pull out oil dipstick (3) and clean the bottom end with a clean and fluff-free cloth. Replace the oil dipstick (3) and pull it out again. Fig. 19 Check the oil level quantity. The oil level should be just under the Max.
Diesel engine Series 15B / 18B Installation and commissioning Pos: 6.13 /KN2006-Projekte/Bukh-Farymann/Installation und Inbetriebnahme/1.1 Kraftstoff auffüllen 6415 @ 54\mod_1196690296374_2.doc @ 836484 6.5 Filling with fuel CAUTION! Engine damage due to contaminated fuel! The injection system and the engine can be damaged by dirt particles or other contamination in the fuel.
Diesel engine Series 15B / 18B Installation and commissioning Fill with diesel fuel up to the bottom edge (2) of the tank's filler neck as maximum. Tank capacity 3.9 litre (standard engine) Tank capacity 4.0 litre (option) Determine fuel level by visual inspection. Close the fuel filler cap (1) by turning it clockwise by hand.
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Diesel engine Series 15B / 18B Installation and commissioning NOTE! The engine has a self-venting fuel system. In the case of the tank running empty, faultless operation after refilling is ensured by the self-venting. The venting can be accelerated by operating the lever (1) on the fuel feed pump (2).
Diesel engine Series 15B / 18B Operation Pos: 7.1 /KN2006-SM/Bedienung/001 1 Bedienung_Titel @ 9\mod_1144402040153_2.doc @ 86491 7 Operation Pos: 7.2 /KN2006-SM/Bedienung/002 1.1 Sicherheit_Titel @ 9\mod_1144402036547_2.doc @ 86456 7.1 Safety Pos: 7.3 /KN2006-SM/Bedienung/003 1.1.0 Grundlegendes @ 12\mod_1144402038705_2.doc @ 86477 Improper operation WARNING! Risk of injury due to improper operation! Improper operation can result in severe personal...
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Diesel engine Series 15B / 18B Operation Pos: 7.7 /KN2006-Projekte/Bukh-Farymann/Bedienung/Abgase 2032 @ 45\mod_1188039785433_2.doc @ 570136 Exhaust gases WARNING! Danger of poisoning due to exhaust gases! There is a danger of poisoning by odourless carbon monoxide of the exhaust gases are inhaled. Therefore: –...
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Diesel engine Series 15B / 18B Operation Pos: 7.12 /KN2006-Projekte/Bukh-Farymann/Bedienung/003 1.1.0 Persönliche Schutzausrüstung 43F (P02032) @ 31\mod_1172224750826_3.doc @ 358779 Wear the following protective equipment for all operation work: Personal protective equipment Protective clothing Safety footwear NOTE! Protective equipment which must be worn for certain work is specially pointed out in the warnings of this chapter.
Diesel engine Series 15B / 18B Operation Pos: 7.16 /KN2006-Projekte/Bukh-Farymann/Bedienung/1.1 Start vorbereiten 6415 @ 54\mod_1196692509502_2.doc @ 836522 7.2 Preparing for start Carry out the following checks in order to avoid damage to the Checks engine: Check engine oil level, refill with engine oil if necessary. Check fuel level, refill with diesel fuel if necessary.
Diesel engine Series 15B / 18B Operation Setting cold start / warm start CAUTION! Engine damage due to cold start aids! The use of cold starting aid results in engine damage. Therefore: – Never use cold starting aids. The speed can be controlled using the speed adjustment lever. The following positions are possible: Stop –...
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Diesel engine Series 15B / 18B Operation If the engine is cold, put the speed adjustment lever (1) in the increased idle speed position (3). If the engine is warm, put the speed adjustment lever (1) into position (2) (depending on the application). Fig.
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Diesel engine Series 15B / 18B Operation Excess fuel device NOTE! The excess fuel device (Fig. 33/1) must be pulled out for cold starting. All engines are equipped with an excess fuel device (1) to make starting them easier. A lever limits the injection pump control shaft's path. If the starting excess button (1) is pulled out when starting the lever allows a longer path for the control shaft.
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Diesel engine Series 15B / 18B Operation Erect on the left in front of the engine and ensure a secure position. Fig. 33 Support the fuel tank with your left hand (3). CAUTION! Risk of injury due to rotating crank handle! There is a risk of injury when starting the engine by hand.
Diesel engine Series 15B / 18B Operation NOTE! The automatic decompression operates for the manual starting of the engine. If the pin has moved to the operating position (fig. 29/3), the decompression is finished. The compression begins and the engine starts. Absolutely continue turning after the first compression until the crank handle is overtaken by the running engine and disengaged.
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Diesel engine Series 15B / 18B Operation CAUTION! Engine damage due to cold start aids! The use of cold starting aid results in engine damage. Therefore: – Never use cold starting aids. The engine in the version with a starter is started using a key switch (see e.g.
Change the engine oil and replace oil filter (see Chapter 8.6 Changing engine oil and oil filter). Arrange for the valve clearance to be checked by the nearest Greaves Farymann Diesel service partner (see Chapter 8.10 Adjusting valve clearance). 2008-09-08...
Diesel engine Series 15B / 18B Operation Normal operation Let the engine warm up for approx. 5 minutes after starting. Increase load slowly. Do not let the engine idle longer than 30 minutes and do not operate without load (longer idling of the engine can result in excessive carbonisation on the piston and cylinder barrel).
Diesel engine Series 15B / 18B Operation 7.6.1 Engine without electric starter Put the speed adjustment lever (1) in the STOP position and hold it there until the engine comes to a complete standstill after approx. 10 to 20 seconds. NOTE! Never turn off the engine with the automatic decompression at full load.
Diesel engine Series 15B / 18B Operation Pos: 7.26 /KN2006-Projekte/Bukh-Farymann/Bedienung/1.1 Stillegen @ 45\mod_1188112796949_2.doc @ 570322 7.7 Decommissioning The following preservation protects the engine during Decommissioning and preservation decommissioning (e.g. winter break) for 3 months. Perform thorough external cleaning of the engine. Drain engine oil and fill engine with approx.
Diesel engine Series 15B / 18B Maintenance Pos: 8.1 /KN2006-SM/Wartung/001 1 Wartung_Titel @ 9\mod_1144434830143_2.doc @ 86797 8 Maintenance Pos: 8.2 /KN2006-SM/Wartung/002 1.1 Sicherheit_Titel @ 9\mod_1144434831619_2.doc @ 86811 8.1 Safety Pos: 8.3 /KN2006-Projekte/Bukh-Farymann/Wartung/Unsachgemäß ausgeführte Wartungsarbeiten 2032 @ 49\mod_1193144596698_2.doc @ 761339 Maintenance work not carried out WARNING! correctly Risk of injury due to incorrectly carried out...
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Other maintenance work must only be performed by specially trained qualified personnel or by specialist workshops (Greaves Farymann Diesel service partners). This particularly applies to work on the valve adjustment, diesel injection system and for the engine repair.
Diesel engine Series 15B / 18B Maintenance 8.2 Maintenance plan The various tasks are listed in the maintenance plan. The maintenance intervals must be complied with as follows: daily before every start-up after 25 operating hours every 250 operating hours every 500 operating hours NOTE! The maintenance interval for 500 operating...
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Change the oil bath air cleaner's Valve adjustment Using Greaves Farymann Diesel service partner: Check valve clearance, adjust if necessary (cold engine) Threaded...
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Diesel engine Series 15B / 18B Maintenance Components Work to be performed Daily After 25 Every 250 Every 500 Component before operating operating operating group every hours hours hours start-up Electric cables Check for damage, replace by a Greaves Farymann Diesel service partner if necessary Engine Outside cleaning with engine...
Diesel engine Series 15B / 18B Maintenance Maintenance for special conditions CAUTION! Reduced maintenance intervals in the case of special conditions! Additional maintenance is necessary in the case of special operating conditions in order to maintain the lifetime of the engine. Therefore: –...
Diesel engine Series 15B / 18B Maintenance Pos: 8.16 /KN2006-SM/nL---------- Abschnittsende ---------- @ 8\mod_1141997892953_0.doc @ 75473 Pos: 8.17 /KN2006-Projekte/Bukh-Farymann/Wartung/1.1 Kühlluftbereich reinigen 6415 @ 54\mod_1196763902566_2.doc @ 873800 8.4 Cleaning cooling air area CAUTION! Overheating due to soiling! Dirt can settle on the surfaces of the cooling fins on the cylinder and cylinder head.
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Cylinder head nuts must not be tightened! Therefore: – Do not tighten cylinder head nuts without authorisation. – Arrange for work on the cylinder head to be carried out by a Greaves Farymann Diesel service partner. Tightening torques Threaded connection relevant for safety Tightening torque Nm...
Diesel engine Series 15B / 18B Maintenance 8.6 Changing engine oil NOTE! Only change engine oil when the engine is at a standstill and at operating temperature. Always replace engine oil and oil filter together. 8.6.1 Version with oil drain plug Switch off the engine Slacken oil drain plug (1) (e.g.
Diesel engine Series 15B / 18B Maintenance 8.6.2 Version with oil drain valve Switch off the engine Screw off the sealing cap (1) by hand. Fig. 44 Screw special oil drain hose (2) onto the oil drain valve (3). This opens the quick-release coupling. Collect old oil in a suitable container and dispose of in accordance with the environmental regulations.
Diesel engine Series 15B / 18B Maintenance Release oil filler cap (3) e.g. with a jaw spanner SW 13 and screw off by hand. Fill with engine oil. 10. Only tighten the oil filler cap (3) by hand (risk of breakage). 11.
Diesel engine Series 15B / 18B Maintenance Clean the sealing surface on the oil filter case. Use new oil filter (7) and wet seal (6) with clean engine oil. Fig. 50 Tighten the oil filter (7) only by hand. Fill with engine oil. Start engine and check for leaks.
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Diesel engine Series 15B / 18B Maintenance Disconnect fuel line (3) using special fuel line disconnecting tool (4). Fig. 53 Pull fuel filter (6) off the fuel hose (5). Collect the fuel from the fuel line (5) and from the fuel filter (6) in a suitable container (9) and dispose of in accordance with the environmental regulations.
Diesel engine Series 15B / 18B Maintenance Tighten the nut (1) of the mounting (2) on the engine. Tightening torque: 10 Nm 10. Start engine and check the fuel system for leaks. Fig. 56 Pos: 8.26 /KN2006-SM/nL---------- Abschnittsende ---------- @ 8\mod_1141997892953_0.doc @ 75473 Pos: 8.27 /KN2006-Projekte/Bukh-Farymann/Wartung/1.1 Luftfilter wechseln 6415 @ 54\mod_1196772815644_2.doc @ 873926 8.9 Replacing air filter...
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Diesel engine Series 15B / 18B Maintenance Remove air filter element (4). Fig. 58 Remove air filter cover (5) with air filter pot (6) and centring ring (7). Fig. 59 Thoroughly clean intake area (fig. 60/8), air filter cover (fig. 59/5) and air filter pot (fig. 59/6) as well as centring ring (fig.
Diesel engine Series 15B / 18B Maintenance Install new air filter element (4). Fig. 61 Position air filter case (2) straight, in the process pay attention to correct seating, and close sealing clips (1). Fig. 62 8.9.2 Oil bath air cleaner (standard engine) NOTE! Check oil contamination and oil level several times a day in the case of a high occurrence of dust, if...
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Diesel engine Series 15B / 18B Maintenance Check filter material (3) depending on occurrence of dust. In the case of severe contamination dismantle filter and wash out in diesel fuel or replace complete oil bath air cleaner. NOTE! Before assembly of the filter let the diesel fuel drip off sufficiently or wipe off.
Diesel engine Series 15B / 18B Maintenance 8.10 Adjusting valve clearance Safety WARNING! Risk of injury due to starting the engine! The engine can be accidentally started when adjusting the valve clearance and thereby cause severe injuries. Therefore: – Disconnect the high pressure line on the injection nozzle holder before starting work.
Diesel engine Series 15B / 18B Maintenance 8.10.1 Engines with visible flywheel and O.T. marking Preparations Switch off engine and let it cool down to the ambient temperature. Unscrew the nuts (1) on the valve cover (2) and remove plastic seals, valve cover and valve cover gasket. Fig.
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Diesel engine Series 15B / 18B Maintenance Adjusting inlet valve - exhaust Insert crank handle (1) into the starting handle support valve bearing and slowly turn the crankshaft clockwise until the end of the compression stroke or Fig. 69 until the O.T. marking (2) on the flywheel corresponds to the crankcase marking (3).
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Diesel engine Series 15B / 18B Maintenance If the clearance is too large or too small, undo the lock nut (6) and adjust the clearance with the adjusting screw (7). The feeler gauge must be able to be pulled through without noticeable resistance (drag).
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Diesel engine Series 15B / 18B Maintenance 13. Install valve cover (2) using two plastic seals. 14. Tighten both nuts (1) of the valve cover (2). Tightening torque 8-12 Nm NOTE! Always replace the valve cover gasket and the two plastic seals under the nuts of the valve cover.
Diesel engine Series 15B / 18B Maintenance 8.10.2 Engines with covered flywheel (without visible O.T. marking) Preparations Switch off engine and let it cool down to the ambient temperature. Unscrew the nuts (1) on the valve cover (2) and remove plastic seals, valve cover and valve cover gasket.
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Diesel engine Series 15B / 18B Maintenance Adjusting exhaust valve Insert crank handle (1) into the starting handle support bearing and slowly turn the crankshaft clockwise until the inlet valve's spring is pushed down completely (inlet valve is now fully open). Fig.
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Diesel engine Series 15B / 18B Maintenance Adjusting intake valve 10. Insert crank handle (1) into the starting handle support bearing and slowly turn the crankshaft clockwise until the exhaust valve's spring is pushed down completely (exhaust valve is now fully open). Fig.
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Diesel engine Series 15B / 18B Maintenance 15. Tighten the high pressure line (3) on the injection nozzle holder. Tightening torque 25 Nm 16. Replace valve cover gasket. Fig. 18 17. Install valve cover (2) using two plastic seals in the process. 18.
In the case of faults which cannot be rectified using the following information, contact the nearest Greaves Farymann Diesel service partner or the manufacturer. Pos: 9.2 /KN2006-SM/Störungen/002 1.1 Sicherheit_Titel @ 9\mod_1144439648502_2.doc @ 86965 9.1 Safety...
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Diesel engine Series 15B / 18B Faults Pos: 9.7 /KN2006-Projekte/Bukh-Farymann/Störungen/Unsachgemäße Störungsbeseitigung 6415 @ 56\mod_1199459212823_2.doc @ 891229 Improper fault clearance WARNING! Risk of injury due to improper fault clearance! Improper fault clearance can result in severe personal injuries or material damage. Therefore: –...
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Determine the cause of the fault. Inform the responsible person at the usage location about the fault. Arrange for rectification by a Greaves Farymann Diesel service partner or yourself depending on the type of the fault. NOTE! The fault table listed below gives information about who is authorised for rectification of the fault.
Skilled noise (chattering) arrange for engine to be checked employee can be heard by a Greaves Farymann Diesel service partner (petrol in the tank results in engine damage) Air intake tract blocked Check intake area of the air filter Operator...
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Diesel engine Series 15B / 18B Faults Error Possible cause Troubleshooting Clearance by Compression too Sticking piston rings Check piston rings, replace if Skilled necessary and check piston ring employee grooves Piston and cylinder worn Overhaul engine Skilled (change piston and cylinder) employee Engine can only Starting load too high...
Diesel engine Series 15B / 18B Faults 9.2.4 Operating behaviour not faultless Error Possible cause Troubleshooting Clearance by Overheating Engine overloaded Reduce load Operator Cooling fins dirty Clean cooling fins Operator Cooling air inlet blocked Check air inlet, clean if Operator necessary Cooling air supply blocked...
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Diesel engine Series 15B / 18B Faults Error Possible cause Troubleshooting Clearance by Strong speed Speed governor jammed or Check speed governor, replace if Skilled fluctuations defective necessary employee Fuel filter blocked Replace fuel filter Operator Adjusting lever jammed or Check adjusting lever, replace if Skilled defective...
TYPE, e.g. 0001 (see type plate) Spare parts orders without this information cannot be processed. Spare parts can be ordered from the nearest Greaves Farymann Diesel service partner. Fig. 74 Pos: 10.4 /KN2006-Projekte/Bukh-Farymann/Ersatzteile/Verschleißteile für Wartungsarbeiten 6415 @ 54\mod_1196859666153_2.doc @ 874630...
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Diesel engine Series 15B / 18B Replacement Parts List Wearing parts for maintenance work Order Description Quantity number 541.052.2 Air filter element (dry type air cleaner) 555.129.1 Sealing clip 514.093.2 Wing nut 541.059.2 Air filter cover 541.058.2 Air filter pot 541.057.2 Guide-blade disc rim 541.056.2...
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Diesel engine Series 15B / 18B Replacement Parts List Special tools Order number Description 748.115.6 Fuel line disconnecting tool 748.173.2 Oil filter wrench (dismantling the oil filter) Special tools can be ordered from the nearest Greaves Farymann Diesel service partner. Pos: 11.1 /KN2006-Projekte/Bukh-Farymann/Servicenachweise/1.
Diesel engine Series 15B / 18B Service history 11 Service history Pos: 11.2 /KN2006-Projekte/Bukh-Farymann/Servicenachweise/1.1 Verkaufsnachweis 6600 @ 65\mod_1207235002402_2.doc @ 1131050 11.1 Proof of purchase Using the type plate, copy the following information on to the proof of purchase and arrange confirmation. There is a type plate on the engine with the following information: Model Type number...
Arrange maintenance work during the warranty period and afterwards to be carried out by one of our authorised Greaves Farymann Diesel sales and service partners. Comply with the maintenance intervals and have the following evidence of maintenance confirmed by the specialist workshop.
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Diesel engine Series 15B / 18B Service history after 2000 operating hours / after 2250 operating hours / after 2500 operating hours / 48 months 54 months 60 months Dealer stamp: Dealer stamp: Dealer stamp: Hours ......Hours ......Hours ......Date ......
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Diesel engine Series 15B / 18B Service history after 4250 operating hours / after 4500 operating hours / after 4750 operating hours / 102 months 108 months 114 months Dealer stamp: Dealer stamp: Dealer stamp: Hours ......Hours ......Hours ......Date ......
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Date ......Date ......Date ......NOTE! Further service histories can be ordered from the nearest Greaves Farymann Diesel sales or service partner. Refer to our website for a list of our sales partners. ===== Ende der Stückliste ===== 2008-09-08...
Diesel engine Series 15B / 18B Index 12 Index Faults ..............86 Accident ............. 18 Fire ..............18 Adjusting valve clearance ........77 First aid .............. 18 Applications............20 Fuel Appropriate use..........13 filling ............... 43 Attachment points ..........35 Fuel filter replacing ............
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Diesel engine Series 15B / 18B Index Safety goggles ............14 Service ..............9 Packing ............33, 34 Service history ............99 Parts Spare parts ............96 rotating ............46 Ordering ............96 Personal protective equipment......14 Standard configuration........21 Personnel............12 Starting with electric starter ........54 commissioning ..........36 Storage ............33, 35 Faults ..............86 Surfaces, hot..........17, 47 installation ............36...
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