Cat dealers need these numbers in order to determine the components that were included with the engine. These numbers permit accurate identification of replacement part numbers.
Serial Number Plate (1)
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| Illustration 1 | g03728727 |
Location of the Serial Number Plate | |
The Serial Number Plate is located on the left side of the cylinder block near the front of the engine.
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| Illustration 2 | g00123229 |
Typical serial number plate | |
The following information is stamped on the Serial Number Plate: engine serial number, model and arrangement number.
Information Sticker (2)
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| Illustration 3 | g02556697 |
Location of the Information Plate | |
The Information Sticker is located on the valve cover base on the right side of the engine towards the rear of the engine.
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| Illustration 4 | g00361974 |
The following information is stamped on the Information Plate: serial number, arrangement number, compression ratio, aftercooler temperature (degree celsius and degree Fahrenheit), ignition timing, power (kilowatts and horsepower), full load speed and date of manufacture.
Generator Identification
The generator identification and information plate is located on the left side of the generator.
When service is required, the information that is given on this plate should be used. The generator identification and information plate includes the following information: serial number, model number and the rating of the generator set. The generator set consists of the engine and generator. All pertinent generator data is also included on the plate in order to provide the information that is necessary to order parts.
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| Illustration 5 | g00572840 |
Generator Identification Plate | |
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| Illustration 6 | g00601027 |
Serial Number Plate | |
Output Lead Wiring
All generator lead wiring information can be found on a decal that is located on the side panel of the generator terminal box. If the generator is equipped with a circuit breaker, the decal may be found on the sheet metal of the circuit breaker panel.