Lister Petter L Series Operator's Handbook Manual

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Lister Petter LT and LV Operators Handbook

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Introduction ........................................................................................... 2

Engine Features .................................................................................... 3

1. General Information .......................................................................... 4

2. Operating Instructions .......................................................................7

3. Engine Fluids .................................................................................. 11

4. Engine Servicing ............................................................................. 13

5. Index ...............................................................................................23

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Issue 10: April 2003

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Page 1: Table Of Contents
ONTENTS page Introduction ................... 2 Engine Features ..................3 1. General Information ................4 2. Operating Instructions ...............7 3. Engine Fluids .................. 11 4. Engine Servicing ................13 5. Index ....................23 Lister Petter LT and LV Operators Handbook page 1...
Page 2: Introduction
IN SEVERE PERSONAL INJURY, OR user should consult the local Lister Petter LOSS OF LIFE. maintenance or repair operations are Distributor or Dealer for further advice and followed in the sequence in which they technical assistance.
Page 3: Engine Features
Engine Features - LT1 and LV1 Engine Features Fuel tank filler Decompressor lever Engine lifting eye Air Cleaner Fuel pump Fuel tank Dipstick Lubricating oil filler LT1 Build 32 Lister Petter LT and LV Operators Handbook page 3...
Page 4: General Information
A short circuit or reversal of polarity will dangerous in the hands of inexperienced seek medical aid. ruin diodes and transistors. people. Engine operators must be page 4 Lister Petter LT and LV Operators Handbook...
Page 5 - safety precautions and symbols • Keep the top of the battery well 1.2 Safety Symbols ventilated during charging. This section identifies the ISO 8999 symbols currently used by Lister Petter. • Disconnect the battery negative (earth) lead first and reconnect last. •...
Page 6 5.3/8.7 8.7/14.2 C .... Clockwise rotation 01 ... Build of engine 1. Rotation is dependant on Build - refer to "1.5 Engine Serial Number". 2. Fitted as standard on some builds. page 6 Lister Petter LT and LV Operators Handbook...
Page 7: Operating Instructions
WARNING EXHAUST GASES CONTAIN CARBON Figure 2.2.1 Starting Handles MONOXIDE WHICH IS A COLOURLESS, ODOURLESS AND POISONOUS GAS THAT CAN CAUSE UNCONSCIOUSNESS AND DEATH. Lister Petter LT and LV Operators Handbook page 7...
Page 8 2.2.1 Starting Handles', into the housing. 3. Replace the plunger and inject the oil Slowly rotate the handle in the direction just before starting the engine. of cranking until it fully engages. page 8 Lister Petter LT and LV Operators Handbook...
Page 9 10°C (14°F) refer to items 2. and 3. Retaining a firm grip on the handle, lift in "2.3 Cold Starting Aid". the spring loaded plunger (D), if fitted, and remove the handle from the housing. Lister Petter LT and LV Operators Handbook page 9...
Page 10 7. If a variable speed control is fitted will not stop the engine. reduce the speed as required. CAUTION Never stop the engine by operating the decompressor lever or valve damage may occur. page 10 Lister Petter LT and LV Operators Handbook...
Page 11: Engine Fluids
They must also be used where the sulphur content of the fuel exceeds 0.5%. Lister Petter LT and LV Operators Handbook page 11...
Page 12 Monograde SAE 5W is not normally d. BSMA 100 Class M1 for marine use. available as a synthetic oil and therefore The fuel must be a distillate, and not is not quoted. page 12 Lister Petter LT and LV Operators Handbook...
Page 13: Engine Servicing
Do you have, or access to, the AS THE FUEL MAY ENTER THE BLOOD on light loads for long periods. necessary Lister Petter spare parts STREAM WITH FATAL RESULTS. before you commence dismantling. Lister Petter LT and LV Operators Handbook page 13...
Page 14 • Following the initial attention, routine prevent contamination. maintenance must be carried out as specified in "4.13 Maintenance - schedule hours". page 14 Lister Petter LT and LV Operators Handbook...
Page 15 7. Replace the rocker cover taking care to ensure the decompressor lever is vertical. Figure 4.6.1 Decompressor Adjustment 5. Replace the rocker cover taking care to ensure the decompressor lever is vertical. Lister Petter LT and LV Operators Handbook page 15...
Page 16 3. Fit a new cleaner assembly. Figure 4.8.1 Air Cleaner 2. Remove the cover (B) by unscrewing the centre bolt (C). 3. Remove the old element (D) and fit a new one. page 16 Lister Petter LT and LV Operators Handbook...
Page 17 4. Clean and coat the threads of the flanged drain plug with Wellseal and the tapered plug with Hylomar PL32/ M or Three Bond 1110B. 5. Replace the drain plug taking care not to over-tighten it. Lister Petter LT and LV Operators Handbook page 17...
Page 18 AND PRODUCE EXPLOSIVE GASES. IF THE ACID HAS BEEN SPLASHED ON THE SKIN, EYES OR CLOTHES FLUSH WITH COPIOUS AMOUNTS OF FRESH WATER SEEK IMMEDIATE MEDICAL AID. Figure 4.11.1 Fuel Filter Elements page 18 Lister Petter LT and LV Operators Handbook...
Page 19 "3.1 Oil Specification". C lean or replace the i njectors i f the exhaust is dirty. Renew the fuel filter element if the fuel being used is not perfectly clean. Lister Petter LT and LV Operators Handbook page 19...
Page 20 Air in the fuel system. Knocking Loose electrical connection. Loose coupling or pulley. Load not disconnected. Engine loose on its mounting. Turning the crankshaft the wrong way. Incorrect specification of fuel. page 20 Lister Petter LT and LV Operators Handbook...
Page 21 Grease all external bright metal parts and the speed control linkage. h. Tie labels on the engine clearly stating what steps have been taken to inhibit the engine during storage. Lister Petter LT and LV Operators Handbook page 21...
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Page 23: Index
Oil sump ........17 Fault diagnosis ......19 Oil viscosity........12 Valve clearance ......15 Fuel filter ........18 Operating instructions ..... 7 Fuel for low temperatures ..... 12 Fuel specification ......12 Lister Petter LT and LV Operators Handbook page 23...
Page 24 State of California to cause cancer, birth defects, and other reproductive harm. Publication P027-08186 Edition 10 © 2003 Copyright Lister Petter UK Limited, all rights reserved Published in April 2003 by Lister Petter Printed in the United Kingdom...

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