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10/2014 05/2020 Documentation Documentation Translated from the original manual in Italian language. Data reported in this issue can be modified at any time by KOHLER. Important Connect to http://iservice.lombardini.it and download the latest version of this manual onto your device.
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INDEX 1 - GENERAL INFORMATION 5 - INFORMATION ABOUT MAINTENANCE 1.1 Manual's Purpose ............6 5.1 Useful information about maintenance ......23 1.2 Glossary and Definitions ..........6 5.2 Periodic maintenance ..........23 1.3 Emission-Related Installation Instructions ....6 5.3 Oil level check ...............24 1.4 Service request ...............6 5.4 Oil dipstick on cylinder head ........24 1.5 Engine component identification ........7 5.4 Air filter check ...............24...
If you install the engine in a way that makes the engine's emission control information label hard to read during normal engine maintenance, you must place a duplicate label on the equipment, as described in 40 CFR 1068.105. 1.4 Service request • The complete and updated list of authorized Kohler Co. service centers can be found on websites: dealers.kohlerpower.it. www.kohlerengines.com &...
GENERAL INFORMATION 1.5 Engine component identification SIDE VIEW A Turbocharger Oil filler cap Thermostat Oil pressure sensor Coolant sensor Oil filler cap Starter motor Coolant pump Oil steam separator Nameplate Alternator Oil drain plug SIDE VIEW B Turbocharger Oil filler cap Injection pump Oil filter Oil cooler...
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GENERAL INFORMATION 1.6 Manufacturer and motor identification data The nameplate motor identification is find side A or side B. SIDE VIEW A SIDE VIEW B Engine type Engine serial number Manufacturer identification Peak Engine version Approval data and "EC" directives Index ED0053030260...
TECHNICAL INFORMATION 2.1 General description of the engine - Turbocharger with Waste-gate valve; - 4-stroke, in-line cylinders Diesel engine; - Common Rail - Direct injection. - Liquid-cooling system; - 4 valves per cylinder with hydraulic tappets; 2.2 Engine specifications UNIT TECHNICAL DATA OF MEASURE Engine type...
TECHNICAL INFORMATION 2.4 Oil Important Danger • The engine may be damaged if operated with improper oil • Prolonged skin contact with the exhausted engine oil can level. cause cancer of the skin. • Do not exceed the MAX level because a sudden increase in •...
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TECHNICAL INFORMATION 2.5 Fuel Warning Important • Clean fuel prevents the fuel injectors from clogging. • Use of other types of fuel could damage the engine. Do not Immediately clean up any spillage during refuelling. use dirty diesel fuel or mixtures of diesel fuel and water since •...
TECHNICAL INFORMATION 2.5.1 Fuel for low temperatures • When operating the engine in ambient temperatures lower than 0 degrees C, use suitable low temperature fuel normally available from fuel distributors and corresponding to the specifications of Tab. 2.3. • These fuels reduce the formation of paraffin in diesel at low temperatures. •...
Do not mix different coolant types. Test the coolant condition annually with coolant test strips. HOAT are not all maintenance free and it is recommended to have SCA (Supplemental Coolant Additives) added at the first maintenance interval 2.7 Battery recommendation Battery not supplied by Kohler RECOMMENDED BATTERIES AMBIENT TEMPERATURE BATTERY TYPE >...
• In case the approval to a modification is not granted, KOHLER prescribed health and safety requirements. Any use of the shall not be deemed responsible for any consequential machine other than that described cannot be considered failures or damages to the engine.
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Important accidental short-circuits and to stop the starter motor from being energized. • Only use the eyebolts A installed by KOHLER to move the • Check belt tension only when the engine is off. engine (Fig. 3.1). • Fully tighten the tank cap each time after refuelling. Do not •...
SAFETY INFORMATION 3.3 Safety signal description • To ensure safe operation please read the following statements and understand their meaning. • This manual contains safety precautions which are • Also refer to your equipment manufacturer's manual for explained below. other important safety information. •...
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State of California to cause cancer, birth defects, and other reproductive harm. 3.5 Safety and environmental impact In order to minimise the impact on the environment, KOHLER Every organisation has a duty to implement procedures to now provides a number of indications to be followed by...
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SAFETY INFORMATION 3.6 Location of safety labels on engine Index ED0053030260...
INFORMATION ABOUT USE 4.1 Pre-start check • Non compliance with the operations described in the following pages involves the risk of damages to the engine and vehicle on which it is installed as well as personal and/ Important or property damage. •...
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• In those countries where diesel has a high sulphur content, its is advisable to lubricate the engine with a high alkaline oil or alternatively to replace the lubricating oil recommended by KOHLER more frequently. • To avoid explosions or fire outbreaks, do not smoke or use open flames during the operations.
INFORMATION ABOUT USE 4.6 Coolant filling Important • Before proceeding with operation, read Par. 3.2.2. Warning • As well as lowering the freezing point, the antifreeze also • An anti-freeze protection liquid (ANTIFREEZE) - mixed with raises the boiling point. decalcified water - must be used.
INFORMATION ABOUT MAINTENANCE 5.1 Useful information about maintenance • This chapter shows all operations described in the Tab. 5.1, Tab. 5.2, Tab. 5.3 and Tab. 5.4 if you have the skills Warning appropriate may be directly carried out by the user. •...
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11. Read Cap. 2.5, "KDI Mechanical Injection Uncertified 6. The replacement must be carried out by authorized Engines (no EGR Engines)" KOHLER workshops. 7. The replacement interval is only an indication, it strongly depends from environmental condition and hose status detected during regular visual inspection.
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Components must be replaced if they have clear signs of cracks, tears, cuts, leaks and do not retain a certain degree of elasticity. Important • If hoses are damaged contact an authorized KOHLER workshop. 1. Loosen the capscrews E. Remove guard F. 2. Check that the: - Fuel system hoses A are intact.
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• Presence of steam pressurized coolant danger of burns. NOTE: Component not necessarily supplied by KOHLER. 1. Start the engine without the radiator cap A. 2. Top liquid up until the pipes inside the radiator are covered by about 5 mm.
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Let the engine run for some minutes, then let it cool down at ambient temperature and repeat the operations 2, 3, 4 and 5 in case the belt tension results out of the above mentioned values. NOTE: Contact KOHLER authorised workshops for replacement. 5.13 Index ED0053030260...
149 and 196 Hz. 5.14 NOTE: If the poly-v belt tension results out of the above mentioned values contact KOHLER authorised workshops for replacement. 5.15 5.11 Control water filter cartridge fuel 1. Gently loosen the water drain plug A without removing it.
INFORMATION ABOUT MAINTENANCE 5.14 Engine storage over 6 months 5.15 Engine starting after storage Follow the steps described in Par. 5.13. 1. Remove the protective sheet. 6.1). 1. Engine oil replacement (Par. 2. Use a cloth soaked in degreasing product to remove the 2.
INFORMATION ABOUT REPLACEMENTS Danger Disconnect the negative wire (-) from the battery to avoid accidental engine starting. • Important Before proceeding with operation, read Par. 3.2.2 • 6.1 Engine oil replacement Important • Place engine on level surface to ensure accurate measurement of oil level.
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INFORMATION ABOUT REPLACEMENTS 10. Fit and remove the oil dipstick B to check the level. Pour in fluid until reaching the MAX level mark. 11. Upon completion, reinstall the oil dipstick B completely. 12. Tighten the cap A or C. Warning Oil filter cartridge replacement (Par.
1.5 Nm) when the fuel begins to flow. 6.4 Air filter cartridge replacement NOTE: Component not necessarily supplied by KOHLER. 1. Release the two fastenings F of the cover A. 2. Remove the cartridge B. 3. Reinstall: the new cartridge B.
INFORMATION ABOUT REPLACEMENTS 6.5 Disposal and scrapping • In case of scrapping, the engine shall be disposed of in • The parts only composed of plastic material, aluminium appropriate locations, in conformity with the law in force. and steel can be recycled if collected by the appropriate •...
Fill up to the level High oil sump level Replace the engine oil Engine overheats Clogged radiator Clean the radiator - In the event that the solutions proposed in Tab. 7.2 do not eliminate the trouble, contact a KOHLER authorized workshop. Index ED0053030260...
Kohler Co.’s obligation under this warranty is expressly limited, at its option, to an appropriate adjustment, repair or replacement of such part or parts as found to be defective following an inspection by Kohler Co. or an authorized service facility designated by Kohler Co.
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Maintenance Manual. Kohler Co. recommends that you retain all receipts covering maintenance on your off-road & marine engine, but Kohler Co. cannot deny warranty solely for the lack of receipts or for your failure to ensure the performance of all scheduled maintenance.
US EPA anti-smog standards. The warranty period shall begin on the date the engine or equipment is delivered to an ultimate purchaser. Kohler Co. must warrant the emission control system on your engine for the periods of time listed in the section below, provided there has been no abuse, neglect or improper maintenance of your engine.
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GLOSSARY A component that transforms mechanical energy into AC Alternator: electrical energy. Authorised workshop: Kohler authorised service centre. Bore: Internal diameter of the cylinder in combustion engines. Catalyst: A device in charge of filtering exhausted gas. Chemical reaction of a mixture composed of fuel and fuel Combustion: (air) inside a combustion chamber.
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GLOSSARY Tab.: Table. A term indicated for installation of threaded components Tightening torque: and which is determined by means of a unit of measurement Turbo Mechanical Device that compresses air intake by sending it to the intake Turbocharger: manifold by means of a turbine. Oil altered by operation or time, which is no longer Used oil: compliant for correct lubrication of the components.
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GLOSSARY SYMBOLS AND UNITS OF MEASUREMENT SYMBOL UNIT OF MEASUREMENT DESCRIPTION EXAMPLE degree Rotation/inclination angle 1° square centimetre Area 1 cm Ø millimetre Circumference Ø 1 mm newton-metre Torque 1 Nm millimetre 1 mm Length 1/1000 of a millimetre μm 1 μm (micron) hour...
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NOTES ......................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................CALIFORNIA ................................ PROPOSITION 65 WARNING ................................ Diesel engine exhaust and some of its constituents are known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects, and other reproductive harm.
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Lombardini s.r.l. is a part of Kohler Group. EU RO PE U SA & C AN AD A FR AN C E Lombardini has manufacturing facilities Lombardini Srl Kohler Co. Lombardini France S.a.s. in Italy, Slovakia and India and sales Via Cav.
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