C18 Generator Set Caterpillar


Engine Oil Level Gauge - Calibrate

Usage:

C18 DDS
The engine is shipped with an engine oil level gauge that is not marked. The engine oil level gauge is not marked because the following features can be different for each engine:

  • Angle of the installation

  • Side for service

The engine oil level gauge must be calibrated after the engine is installed in the vessel.

Use the following procedure in order to calibrate and mark the engine oil level gauge:

  1. Ensure that the engine is properly aligned and that the engine is in the design trim. The engine must be installed properly in the vessel.

  1. Note: If the engine has oil in the crankcase, skip Steps 3 and 4. Proceed to Step 5.

  1. Use information in this Operation and Maintenance Manual, "Fluid Recommendations" in order to select the correct oil for the engine. Add engine oil to the crankcase by using the procedure in this Operation and Maintenance Manual, "Engine Oil and Filter - Change ".

  1. Fill the crankcase with 68 L (72 qt) of the recommended oil.

  1. Operate the engine until normal operating temperature is achieved. Stop the engine. Drain the engine oil by using the procedure in this Operation and Maintenance Manual, "Engine Oil and Filter - Change ".

  1. Replace the engine oil filters by using the procedure in this Operation and Maintenance Manual, "Engine Oil and Filter - Change ".

  1. Use the information in Operation and Maintenance Manual, "Fluid Recommendations" in order to select the correct oil for the engine.

  1. Add engine oil to the crankcase by using the procedure in this Operation and Maintenance Manual, "Engine Oil and Filter - Change ". Fill the crankcase with 60.2 L (63.5 qt) of the recommended oil.

  1. Start the engine. Ensure that the lubrication system and the engine oil filters are filled. Inspect the lubrication system for leaks.

  1. Stop the engine and allow the engine oil to drain into the engine crankcase for approximately 20 minutes.

  1. Clean the engine oil level gauge and install the engine oil level gauge. Check the engine oil level. Use a marking tool in order to engrave the "ADD" mark (Y) to the correct location on the gauge assembly.

  1. Add 3.8 L (4 qt) of the recommended engine oil to the crankcase. Allow the oil to drain into the sump for approximately 20 minutes.

  1. Check the engine oil level. Clean the engine oil level gauge and install the engine oil level gauge. Use a marking tool in order to engrave "FULL" mark (X) onto the correct location on the gauge assembly.



Illustration 1g00110310

Oil Level Gauge "ADD" mark (Y) and "FULL" mark (X)

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