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Six cylinder turbocharged diesel engines for automotive applications Publication TPD 1314E, Issue 4. (c) Perkins Group Limited 1997, all rights reserved. The information is correct at the time of print. Published in July 1997 by Technical Publications, Perkins International Limited, Peterborough PE1 5NA, England...
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This publication is written in Perkins Approved Clear English This publication is divided into six chapters: 1 General information 2 Engine views 3 Operation instructions 4 Preventive maintenance 5 Engine fluids 6 Fault diagnosis The following pages contain a detailed table of contents...
General information Introduction The Peregrine is a new family of engines for automotive applications from Perkins Engines Limited, a world leader in the design and manufacture of high performance diesel engines. Perkins approved assembly and quality standards, together with the latest technology, have been applied to the manufacture of your engine to give you reliable and economic power.
Peregrine Models WG and WJ Safety precautions These safety precautions are important. You must refer also to the local regulations in the country of use. Some items only apply to specific applications. Only use these engines in the type of application for which they have been designed. Do not change the specification of the engine.
Renew the filter canisters and lubricating oil regularly in order to ensure that the inside of your engine remains clean. Ensure that all adjustments and repairs are done by personnel who have had the correct training. Perkins can provide training at the Perkins Customer Training Department, Peterborough.
Caution: If protection against frost is not necessary and a corrosion inhibitor is to be used, it is recommended that you consult the Technical Service Department, Perkins Sales and Service Limited, Peterborough. 7 Operate the engine for a short period in order to circulate the lubricating oil and the coolant in the engine.
If the engine protection is done correctly according to the above recommendations, no corrosion damage will normally occur. Perkins are not responsible for damage which may occur when an engine is in storage after a period in service.
Peregrine Models WG and WJ POWERPART recommended consumable products Perkins have made available the products recommended below in order to assist in the correct operation, service and maintenance of your engine and your machine. The instructions for the use of each product are given on the outside of each container.
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Peregrine Models WG and WJ POWERPART Repel Dries damp equipment and gives protection against corrosion. Passes through dirt and corrosion to lubricate and to assist removal of components. Currently Loctite repel. Part number 21825164. POWERPART Retainer (high strength) To retain components which have an interference fit. Currently Loctite 638. Part number 21820638. POWERPART Retainer (oil tolerant) To retain components which have a transition fit.
Technical Service, Perkins Group of Companies Limited, Peterborough. Training Local training for the correct operation, service and overhaul of engines is available at certain Perkins distributors. If special training is necessary, contact the Perkins Customer Training Department, Peterborough. User’s Handbook, TPD 1314E, issue 4...
123456 = Engine serial number If you need parts, service or information for your engine, you must give the complete engine number to your Perkins distributor. User’s Handbook, TPD 1314E, issue 4 This document has been printed from SPI². Not for Resale...
Peregrine Models WG and WJ Engine views Introduction Perkins engines are built for specific applications and the views which follow do not necessarily match your engine specification. Location of engine parts Front and left side view 1 Atomiser 7 Sump for the engine lubricating oil...
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Peregrine Models WG and WJ Rear and right side view 13 Front lift bracket 20 Canister for the lubricating oil filter 14 Alternator 21 Flywheel housing 15 Tensioner for the drive belt 22 Flywheel 16 Canister for the coolant filter / inhibitor 23 Turbocharger 17 Coolant pump 24 Rear lift bracket...
Peregrine Models WG and WJ Operation instructions How to start the engine Several factors affect engine start, for example: The power of the batteries The performance of the starter motor The viscosity of the lubricating oil The installation of a cold start system The engine will start with the fuel injection pump in excess fuel at temperatures as low as -20 °C (-4 °F).
Peregrine Models WG and WJ How to start a warm engine Ambient temperature more than 15°C (60°F) 1 Apply the hand brake. Ensure that the transmission is in the out-of-drive position. Ensure that the engine speed control is in the minimum speed position. 2 If the engine is equipped with a manual stop control, ensure that it is in the "run"...
Peregrine Models WG and WJ How to start a cold engine Ambient temperatures from +15°C (+60°F) to -20°C (-4°F) 1 Apply the hand brake. Ensure that the transmission is in the out-of-drive position. 2 Ensure that the engine speed control is in the minimum speed position. Engines equipped with a manual stop control: Ensure that the manual stop control is in the "run"...
Peregrine Models WG and WJ How to start an engine with an ether start system Ambient temperature below -20°C (-4°F) Warning! Ether is very flammable and is toxic. Apply the safety precautions on the container for the use and storage of ether and for the disposal of empty containers. 1 Apply the hand brake.
The warranty of the engine can be affected if the seals on the fuel injection pump are broken during the warranty period by a person who is not approved by Perkins. Engine operation at idle speed Do not operate the engine for long periods at idle speed as this could have an adverse affect on the engine performance or damage the engine.
Peregrine Models WG and WJ Running-in A gradual running-in of a new engine is not necessary. Maximum load can be applied to a new engine as soon as the engine is put into service. The engine will benefit if the load is applied as soon as possible after the engine is put into service. Before maximum load is applied to the engine, ensure that the coolant is at normal working temperature.
Peregrine Models WG and WJ Preventive maintenance Preventive maintenance periods These preventive maintenance periods apply to average conditions of operation. Check the periods given by the manufacturer of the equipment in which the engine is installed. Use the periods which are shortest . When the operation of the engine must conform to the local regulations these periods and procedures may need to be adapted to ensure correct operation of the engine.
Peregrine Models WG and WJ Schedules The schedules which follow must be applied at the interval (miles or months) which occur first. Every day or every 8 hours Every 193 100 km (120 000 miles) Every 19 300 km (12 000 miles) or 6 months Every 290 000 to 322 000 km (180 000 to 200 000 miles) Every 38 600 km (24 000 miles) or 12 months Annually...
23. Caution: The canister contains a corrosion inhibitor which is circulated around the cooling system as the coolant passes through the canister. It is important that only the genuine correct Perkins canister is used. User’s Handbook, TPD 1314E, issue 4...
The engine must be allowed to cool before coolant is added. If coolant has to be added to the cooling system, mix 227 ml (8 ounces) of Perkins inhibitor to 4,54 litres (1 gallon) 1.2 US gallons of coolant.
Caution: The canister contains a corrosion inhibitor which is circulated around the cooling system as the coolant passes through the canister. It is important that only the genuine correct Perkins canister is used. 1 Thoroughly clean the outside surfaces of the coolant filter assembly.
Peregrine Models WG and WJ How to check the drive belt There is no need to check the tension of the belt as the tension is set automatically. The condition of the belt should be checked. The belt should be renewed if there are cracks in the belt or if the belt is contaminated by oil or grease.
6 Eliminate the air from the fuel filter, "How to eliminate air from the fuel system" on page 28. Caution: It is important that only the genuine Perkins parts are used. The use of wrong parts could damage the fuel injection pump.
Peregrine Models WG and WJ Atomiser fault An atomiser fault can cause an engine misfire. In order to find which atomiser is defective, operate the engine at a fast idle speed. Loosen and tighten the union nut of the high-pressure fuel pipe at each atomiser. When the union nut of the defective atomiser is loosened, it has little or no effect on the engine speed.
Peregrine Models WG and WJ How to renew an atomiser 1 Clean thoroughly the area around the atomiser to be removed. 2 Release the spring clips and remove the fuel leak-off pipe. 3 Remove the union nuts of the high-pressure pipe from the atomiser and from the fuel injection pump. Do not bend the pipe.
Peregrine Models WG and WJ How to eliminate air from the fuel system If air enters the fuel system, it must be eliminated before the engine can be started. Air can enter the system if: The fuel tank is drained during normal operation. The low-pressure fuel pipes are disconnected.
Peregrine Models WG and WJ How to renew the lubricating oil 1 Operate the engine until it is warm. 2 Stop the engine. 3 Put a container with a capacity of approximately 30 litres (6.5 gallons) 32 US quarts beneath the sump. Remove the sump drain plug (A1) and its washer and drain the lubricating oil from the sump.
Peregrine Models WG and WJ How to renew the canister of the lubricating oil filter 1 Put a tray under the filter to retain spilt lubricating oil. Clean thoroughly the outside surfaces of the filter assembly. 2 Use a strap wrench or similar tool to loosen the filter canister. Remove and discard the canister. Ensure that the adaptor (A1) is secure in the filter head.
Peregrine Models WG and WJ Air filter Environmental conditions have an important effect on the frequency at which the air filter needs service. The filter element must be cleaned or renewed according to the manufacturer's recommendations. Restriction indicator The restriction indicator for these engines must work at a pressure difference of 635 mm (25 in) of water gauge. It is fitted on the air filter outlet or between the air filter and the induction manifold.
Peregrine Models WG and WJ How to set the valve tip clearances The valve tip clearance is checked with feeler gauges between the top of the valve stem and the rocker lever (B), with the engine cold. The correct clearance for the inlet valves and the exhaust valves is 0,64 mm (0.025 in).
If you need advice on adjustments to an engine setting or to the lubricating oil change periods which may be necessary because of the standard of the available fuel, consult the Technical Service Department of Perkins International Limited at Peterborough or your nearest Perkins Distributor.
Peregrine Models WG and WJ Lubricating oil specification Use only a good quality lubricating oil which is not less than the specification API CF-4 or CCMC D5. Caution: The type of lubricating oil to be used may be affected by the quality of the fuel which is available. For further details see "Fuel specification"...
1 If it is possible, use clean soft water in the coolant. 2 If an antifreeze mixture, other than Perkins POWERPART, is used to prevent frost damage, it must have an ethanediol base (ethylene glycol) with a corrosion inhibitor. It is recommended that the corrosion inhibitor is of the sodium nitrite/sodium benzoate type.
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Peregrine Models WG and WJ Fault diagnosis Problems and possible causes Possible causes Problem Checks by the workshop Checks by the user personnel The starter motor turns the engine too slowly 1, 2, 3, 4 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 12, 13, 14, 34, 35, 36, 37, 38, 42, 43, The engine does not start 15, 17...
Peregrine Models WG and WJ List of possible causes 1 Battery capacity low. 2 Bad electrical connections. 3 Fault in starter motor. 4 Wrong grade of lubricating oil. 5 Starter motor turns engine too slowly. 6 Fuel tank empty. 7 Fault in stop control. 8 Restriction in a fuel pipe.
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Peregrine Models WG and WJ 47 Lubricating oil pump is worn. 48 Relief valve does not close. 49 Relief valve does not open. 50 Relief valve spring is broken. 51 Fault in suction pipe of lubricating oil pump. 52 Piston is damaged. 53 Piston height is incorrect.
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