Clarke LC2A Operation And Maintenance Instruction Manual
Clarke LC2A Operation And Maintenance Instruction Manual

Clarke LC2A Operation And Maintenance Instruction Manual

Lombardini engines for fire pump applications

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Operation and Maintenance

Instructions Manual
LC2A Lombardini Engines
FOR
FIRE PUMP APPLICATIONS
Clarke UK, Ltd.
Unit 1, Grange Works
Lomond Road
Coatbridge
ML5 2NN
United Kingdom
TELE: +44(0)1236 429946
FAX: +44(0)1236 42274
www.clarkefire.com
C132183 rev C 06/14

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  • Page 1: Operation And Maintenance

    Operation and Maintenance Instructions Manual LC2A Lombardini Engines FIRE PUMP APPLICATIONS Clarke UK, Ltd. Unit 1, Grange Works Lomond Road Coatbridge ML5 2NN United Kingdom TELE: +44(0)1236 429946 FAX: +44(0)1236 42274 www.clarkefire.com C132183 rev C 06/14...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    CONTENTS SUBJECT PAGE 1.0 INTRODUCTION 1.1 IDENTIFICATION/NAMEPLATE 1.2 SAFETY/CAUTION/WARNINGS 2.0 INSTALLATION/OPERATION 2.1 TYPICAL INSTALLATION 2.2 ENGINE STORAGE 2.2.1 Storage Less than 1 year 2.2.2 Extended Storage Maintenance Procedure 2.3 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 2.4 COUPLING ALIGNMENT INSTRUCTIONS 2.5 WEEKLY TEST 2.6 STARTING/STOPPING THE ENGINE 2.6.1 Special Notes to Equipment Installer of an LPCB Approved (LPS1239) Engine Model 2.6.2 To Start Engine 2.6.3 To Stop Engine...
  • Page 3 It does not relieve the user of their responsibility of using accepted practices in the installation, operation, and maintenance of the equipment. NOTE: CLARKE FPPG Reserves the right to update the contents of this publication without notice.
  • Page 4: Introduction

    CLARKE. Figure #1  The term “Machine” refers to any piece of Clarke model numbers reflects the base engine type, equipment with which the engine might number of cylinders, cooling system, approval listing interface. and a power rating code.
  • Page 5: Safety/Caution/Warnings

    Approach with caution. It is the responsibility of the builder of the machine using a Clarke engine to optimize the application in terms of maximum end user safety.
  • Page 6 We declare that the engine is manufactured in accordance with the following Standards and Directives: Directive 98/37 EC, 89/336 EEC, 73/23 EEC, 2006/95/EC Standards EN 292, Part 1 and Part 2, EN 60204-1 1) Description – Diesel Engines Manufacturer – Clarke UK Model Number – Serial Number – Year of Manufacture –...
  • Page 7 Put out the fire using extinguishers recommended by over the eyeball and moving the eye the manufacturer of the machine or the installation. in all directions. BURNS 1) Put out the flames on the clothing of the ELECTROCUTION burns victim by means of: ...
  • Page 8: Installation/Operation

    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 2.0 INSTALLATION/OPERATION should be stored indoors in a dry environment.
  • Page 9: Extended Storage Maintenance Procedure

    Operation Data Sheets. If there is any doubt about an follows: installation, contact should be made with Clarke Customer Support giving exact details of the 1) Drain the engine oil and change the oil filter.
  • Page 10: Coupling Alignment Instructions

    Connect each positive cable to solenoid valve. the starter contactors. 2.6 STARTING/STOPPING THE ENGINE 11) Note: Clarke Operation and Maintenance Instructions Manual Clarke parts illustration pages are furnished with the 2.6.1 Special Notes to Equipment Installer of an...
  • Page 11 CRANK #1, until engine starts, or release after 15 TEMPERATURE is too HIGH, open cooling seconds. If unit fails to start, wait for 10 seconds, use system manual by-pass valve. MANUAL CRANK #2 and repeat step. COOLING WATER is not flowing or engine oil...
  • Page 12: To Stop Engine

    LPCB Instrument Panel Figure #9A 1 – Emergency Operating Instructions 2 – Manual Crank Controls IMPORTANT: Main pump controller selector 2.6.3 To Stop Engine should be in the OFF position when starting from engine gauge panel. Be sure to return selector on If engine is started from main pump controller use main pump controller and engine gauge panel to main pump controller to stop the engine.
  • Page 13: Engine Systems

    Clarke engines are tested in accordance with SAE Keep hands and body away from pinholes and J1349 (Clarke USA) or ISO 3046 (Clarke UK). In nozzles, which eject fluids under high pressure. this capacity they may be derated to meet certain site...
  • Page 14: Lubrication System

    4) Return the unit back into service by returning 3.3.5 Oil Capacities (Including Filter) the AEC selector to “automatic” position and ENGINE OIL CAPACITY the manual operating lever to manual stop MODEL LITERS (QUARTS) LC2A-LP30 position. 1.8 (1.9) 5) Dispose used oil properly. LC2A-LP60 2.8 (3.0) Figure #32...
  • Page 15: Electrical System

     Operating Gauges nameplate power or maximum allowed pump load Run Engine  before leaving Clarke. During Start-Up Inspection or EVERY 6 MONTHS when placing reconditioned units into service, some  Batteries minor speed adjustment may be required. It is ...
  • Page 16 Part Number(s) Refer to Engine Maintenance Warranty” on the following page. Also contact Parts List section 6.2 or Parts Illustration in Clarke direct if you have any questions or require Technical Bulletin in C13886. additional information. Contact numbers for spare parts:...
  • Page 17 Warranty as defined above. Warranty will not be The above warranty certificate will be in effect granted on any modified Lombardini product without starting July 1, 1993 and cancels/replaces any and all special written approval by Lombardini. explicit or implicit warranty policies on the part of Lombardini.
  • Page 18 APPENDIX (Alpha Index) Subject Page Subject Page Air Cleaner Oil Filter Oil Level Dipstick Oil Pressure Battery Cables Oil Specifications/Recommendations Battery Recommendations Operation Data Out Of Fuel Procedures Capacities Crankcase Ventilation Parts Illustrations Parts Information Preventive Maintenance Schedule Dipstick, Oil Level Serial Number Electrical System Shutdown Systems...

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