C32 Petroleum Engines Caterpillar

This engine may be for use as a component in ATEX Directive (94/9/EC) Group II, 3G environments with Gas Group IIA, Temperature Class T3 (200 Deg. C maximum surface temperature). This environmental classification is described as an area that is not likely to experience an explosive atmosphere. Gases, which could make the atmosphere explosive, are confined in a closed system. The gas can escape with unexpected conditions and abnormal conditions only. This can create an atmosphere that is explosive.

All of the service that is performed on hazardous location engines must be done by a qualified technician that is familiar with hazardous environments. Using a technician that is not qualified can lead to premature failures, product damage, personal injury or death.

Exact part numbers must be used when you service this engine. Failure to use exact part numbers may void the hazardous location certifications. Failure to use exact part numbers can also lead to premature component failure, product damage, personal injury or death.

Additional potential hazards that are associated with this engine and used in these environments are noted in this Operation and Maintenance Manual. The following publications for this engine should be read and understood.

• Specifications Manual, SENR3130

• Specifications Manual, RENR9797

• Systems Operation/Testing and Adjusting, RENR9798

• Troubleshooting Guide, RENR9324

• Disassembly and Assembly Manual, RENR4095