Engine Stopping - Perkins 1103 Operation And Maintenance Manual

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Engine Stopping

Stopping the Engine
Engine Stopping
Stopping the Engine
NOTICE
Stopping the engine immediately after it has been
working under load can result in overheating and ac-
celerated wear of the engine components.
If the engine has been operating at high rpm and/or
high loads, run at low idle for at least three minutes to
reduce and stabilize internal engine temperature be-
fore stopping the engine.
Avoiding hot engine shutdowns will maximize turbo-
charger shaft and bearing life.
Prior to stopping an engine that is being operated at
low loads, operate the engine at low idle for 30
seconds before stopping. If the engine has been
operating at highway speeds and/or at high loads,
operate the engine at low idle for at least three
minutes. This procedure will cause the internal
engine temperature to be reduced and stabilized.
Ensure that the engine stopping procedure is
understood. Stop the engine according to the shutoff
system on the engine or refer to the instructions that
are provided by the OEM.
• To stop the engine, turn the ignition key switch to
the OFF position.
Emergency Stopping
NOTICE
Emergency shutoff controls are for EMERGENCY
use ONLY. DO NOT use emergency shutoff devices
or controls for normal stopping procedure.
The OEM may have equipped the application with an
emergency stop button. For more information about
the emergency stop button, refer to the OEM
information.
Ensure that any components for the external system
that support the engine operation are secured after
the engine is stopped.
After Stopping Engine
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Note: Before you check the engine oil, do not operate
the engine for at least 10 minutes in order to allow the
engine oil to return to the oil pan.
• Check the crankcase oil level. Maintain the oil level
between the "ADD" mark and the "FULL" mark
on the oil level dipstick.
• If necessary, perform minor adjustments. Repair
any leaks and tighten any loose bolts.
• Note the required service interval. Perform the
maintenance that is in the Operation and
Maintenance Manual, "Maintenance Interval
Schedule".
• Fill the fuel tank in order to help prevent
accumulation of moisture in the fuel. Do not overfill
the fuel tank.
Only use antifreeze/coolant mixtures recommended
in the Coolant Specifications that are in the Operation
and Maintenance Manual. Failure to do so can cause
engine damage.
• Allow the engine to cool. Check the coolant level.
• If freezing temperatures are expected, check the
coolant for the correct antifreeze protection. The
cooling system must be protected against freezing
to the lowest expected outside temperature. Add
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the correct coolant/water mixture, if necessary.
• Perform all required periodic maintenance on all
driven equipment. This maintenance is outlined in
the instructions from the OEM.
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