Engine Lift Equipment - Perkins UA Workshop Manual

700 Series

Engine lift equipment

Caution: If the sump contains engine lubricating oil and the engine is tilted to an extreme angle or turned onto
its side or end faces, lubricating oil can enter the closed breather system, pass into the induction manifold and
the cylinder bores. If this occurs, it will cause an hydraulic lock in the engine and the engine may be damaged.
If it is necessary to move an engine in this way, the lubricating oil must first be drained.
The maximum weight of the engine without coolant, lubricant or a gearbox fitted will vary for different
applications. It is recommended that lift equipment of 300 kg (662 lbs) minimum capacity is used.
Before the engine is lifted
l Always use engine lift equipment of the approved type and of the correct capacity to lift the engine. It is
recommended that lift equipment of the type shown in is used to provide a vertical lift, directly above the
engine lift brackets. Never use a single lift bracket to raise an engine.
l Check the engine lift brackets for damage and that they are secure before the engine is lifted. The torque
for the setscrews for the engine lift brackets is 18,5 Nm (14 lbf ft) 1,9 kgf m.
l To prevent damage to the rocker cover, ensure that there is clearance between the hooks and the rocker
cover.
Use lift equipment or obtain assistance to lift heavy engine components such as the cylinder block, the cylinder
head, the flywheel housing, the crankshaft and the flywheel.
Workshop Manual, TPD 1392E, issue 3
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