Installation/Operation; Typical Installation; Engine Storage; Storage Less Than 1 Year - Clarke C18H Instruction Manual

2.0 INSTALLATION/OPERATION

2.1 TYPICAL INSTALLATION

A typical Fire Pump installation is shown in Figure #6.
1. Pump/Engine set
2. Main Pump Controller
3. Pump discharge
4. Air louver
5. Entrance door with air louver
6. Exhaust silencer
7. Exhaust system supports
8. Exhaust outlet pipe
9. Concrete base
10. Exhaust flexible connection joint/pipe
Figure #6
Typical Installation

2.2 ENGINE STORAGE

2.2.1 Storage less than 1 year

Storing engines requires special attention. Clarke
engines, as prepared for shipment, may be stored for a
minimum of one year. During this period, they should
be stored indoors in a dry environment. Protective
coverings are recommended provided they are
arranged to allow for air circulation. The stored engine
should be inspected periodically for obvious conditions
such as standing water, part theft, excess dirt buildup
or any other condition that may be detrimental to the
engine or components.
Any such conditions found must be corrected
immediately.
2.2.2 Long-Term Storage
Note: It is recommended that a Clarke Service Dealer
perform the steps outlined in this section.
If an engine is not used, oil can run off the following
parts that normally receive lubrication: cylinder walls,
piston rings, main bearings, connecting rod bearings,
crankshaft and gears.
This lack of lubricant allows corrosion to begin to
appear on the metal. This condition is worse in areas of
high humidity.
When the engine is started again, metal to metal
contact will cause wear before the surfaces receive oil.
To minimize this wear, use the starter to turn the
engine with the throttle in the FUEL OFF position.
When oil pressure is shown on the pressure gauge, start
the engine.
1. Clean the engine of any dirt, rust, grease, and
oil. Inspect the exterior. Paint areas that
contain paint damage with a good quality
paint.
2. Remove dirt from the air cleaners. Check all
seals, gaskets, and the filter element for
damage.
3. Apply lubricant to all points in this Operation
and Maintenance Manual, "Maintenance
Interval Schedule".
4. Drain the crankcase oil. Replace the crankcase
oil and change the oil filters. For the proper
procedure, refer to this Operation and
Maintenance Manual.
5. If the engine is equipped with an air starting
motor, fill the reservoir with the following
mixture: 50 percent volatile corrosion inhibitor
oil (VCI oil) and 50 percent engine oil.
6. Add VCI oil to the crankcase oil. The volume
of VCI oil in the crankcase oil should be 3 to 4
percent.
Note: If the engine crankcase is full, drain
enough engine oil so the mixture can be added.
7. Remove the air filter elements. Turn the engine
at cranking speed with the throttle control in
FUEL OFF position. Use a sprayer to add a
mixture of 50 percent VCI oil and 50 percent
engine oil into the air inlet or turbocharger
inlet.
Note: The mixture of VCI oil can be added to
the inlet by removing the plug for checking
turbocharger boost pressure. The minimum
application rate for the VCI oil mixture is 5.5
mL per L (3 oz per 1000 cu in) of engine
displacement.
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