1998/01/20 Caterpillar


Cleaning Exhaust Manifolds On 3600 Engines Operating On Heavy Fuel Oil {1059}

Usage:


3606 (8RB),
3608 (6MC),
3612 (9RC),
3616 (1PD) Industrial Engines

When 3600 Industrial Engines operate on heavy fuel oil, the exhaust manifolds must be cleaned at top end overhaul. The top end overhaul should occur between 8,000 and 12,000 service hours as specified in the Operation & Maintenance Manual, SEBU6966. In addition, the exhaust manifolds should be inspected every 4,000 service hours.

Regular cleaning of the exhaust manifolds can prevent deposits from building up. Even a few millimeters of buildup can cause an increase in the operating temperature of the engine. Cleaning of the exhaust manifolds should be performed by first soaking the exhaust manifolds in water. Use a steel scraper in order to remove the deposits. Finish the cleaning with a steel brush, and brush off the deposits with a nylon brush.

Caterpillar Information System:

1998/01/20 Final Adjustment For Hydrax Controlled Exhaust Bypass (Wastegate) Group {1057}
1998/01/20 Procedure For Testing Electronic Ignition System (EIS) Transformer Groups {1550}
1998/01/20 New Tightening Specification For "Spin-on" Oil Filter Assembly {1306,1308}
1998/01/20 Articulated Pistons Used {1214}
1998/01/20 Improved Water Seal Reduces The Possibility Of Cylinder Head Joint Water Leaks {1100}
1998/01/20 New Support Assembly (Turbocharger) Added {1059}
1998/01/20 The 154-6732 Pump Kit Is Available To Help Service The Unit Injector Hydraulic Pump Group {1714}
1998/01/20 New Cast Iron Flywheel Housing Used In Flywheel Housing Groups {1157}
1998/01/20 New Valve Guides Improve Wear Resistance {1104}
1998/01/20 New Fuel Filtration System Available {1261,1263,1274}
1998/01/20 Cylinder Sleeve Available For Reconditioning Cylinder Blocks {1222}
1998/01/20 Thicker Head Gasket Available For Cylinder Block Salvage Procedure {1124}
1998/01/20 New Stud And Nut Replace Unit Injector Hold Down Bolt In Fuel Injection Pump Group {1290}
1998/01/20 Gas Engine Fuel Specifications {1280}
1998/02/01 New Seal Between Front And Rear Stator Housings {1552}
1998/02/01 Installation Of Sleeve Bearing In Cluster Gear Assembly In Front Gear Group {1206}
1998/02/01 New Shut-Off Solenoid Group And Air Shut-Off Group Used In Air Shut-Off Groups {1078}
1998/02/01 Breather Group Tee Hose And Elbow Hose Made From More Heat Resistant Material {1317}
1998/02/01 1997 3600 Diesel Technical Communicators Conference Participant's Guide Available {0374}
1998/02/01 3600 Diesel Marine Monitoring System Owner's Manual Available {0374}
1998/02/01 Replacement Labels Available For Contactors {0653,7400}
1998/02/01 Be Sure To Consider Combustion Air Content When Assessing Air Induction System Damage {1051,1058,1063,1087}
1998/02/01 New Exhaust Fitting Assembly Improves Reliability For Exhaust Bellows {1061}
1998/02/01 Aftercooler Core Performance Measurement {1064}
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