Engine Storage
Usage:
If the engine is not started for several weeks, the lubricating oil drains from the cylinder walls and piston rings. This lack of oil permits the piston rings to rust; and causes metal-to-metal contact between the piston rings, the pistons and the cylinder liners when the engine is started. This metal-to-metal contact will result in shorter engine life. To prevent excessive engine wear:
- 1. Be sure all lubrication points mentioned in the LUBRICATION AND MAINTENANCE CHART are serviced.
- 2. Once a week, start and run the engine until it is thoroughly warm. For unattended atomatic start-stop systems, an engine exerciser can be installed for this purpose.
- 3. Stop the engine, perform required servicing.
- 4. Check the cooling system for adequate protection against freezing if freezing temperatures can be expected. A 50-50 solution of permanent type antifreeze and approved water will give protection below -20°F (-29°C).
If it will be impossible to start the engine every week, see your Caterpillar dealer for instructions to prepare your engine for further storage.
Caterpillar Information System:
D346 MARINE ENGINE Generator Storage
D346 MARINE ENGINE Standby Electric Sets
D346 MARINE ENGINE Parallel Operation
D346 MARINE ENGINE Single Unit Operation
D346 MARINE ENGINE Generator Set Control Panel (If Equipped)
D346 MARINE ENGINE Generator Performance
D346 MARINE ENGINE Generator Lead Connections
D346 MARINE ENGINE Generator Identification
D346 MARINE ENGINE Safety
D346 MARINE ENGINE Model Views
D346 MARINE ENGINE Foreword
D346 MARINE ENGINE Operating Under Abnormal Conditions
D346 MARINE ENGINE Generator Lubrication and Maintenance
D346 MARINE ENGINE D346-D348-D349Marine Engines 40J1-UP, 38J1-UP, 62P1-UP
D346 MARINE ENGINE Engine Lubrication System
D346 MARINE ENGINE Air Induction And Exhaust System
D346 MARINE ENGINE Fuel System
D346 MARINE ENGINE Cooling System
D346 MARINE ENGINE Starting System
D346 MARINE ENGINE Electrical System
D346 MARINE ENGINE Power Coupling System
D346 MARINE ENGINE Miscellaneous Maintenance
D348 MARINE ENGINE Foreword
D348 MARINE ENGINE General