BOLT 0S1573 - Caterpillar

Marine Engine ALLIntroduction
Inspections are the most basic form of condition monitoring. They are easy to do and surprisingly effective at helping you spot equipment health issues. Proactive monitoring and analysis of equipment information will allow Dealers to intervene before problems occur.Note: Before adjusting product settings to comply with listed baseline TA1 values, consult SIS for the latest specification values.
Table 1
Vessel Name: Power/RPM: Engine Room Temperature:
Model: IMO #: (if available) Date:
Engine S/N: Inspector: SMU:
Arrangement #: Work Order # Unit Location:
Note: Review Engine & S.O.S. History and check for Active Service Letters prior to inspection.
Status of the Machine(1)
The status recommendation of your Marine Engine is:
(1) N = Normal, D = Down Generator, M = Monitor/Needs AttentionCreating an Electronic Copy
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1.0 Prepare Marine Engine for Inspection
Table 2
Sl.No. Status(1) Description Comments
1.1 Prepare the Marine Engine for the inspection
1.2 Download fault codes - ECM data
Logged fault codes - ECM data
Active fault codes - ECM data
1.3 Observe engine exhaust colors
1.4 Listen for unusual noises (engine & driven equipment)
(1) N = Normal, M = Monitor, A = Action, Blank = Not Applicable2.0 Basic Engine - Inspection
Table 3
Sl.No. Status(1) Description Comments
2.1 Check engine oil level
2.2 Engine oil pan
2.3 Crankcase breathers and piping
2.4 Engine mounts
2.5 Flywheel housing
2.6 Front housing and covers
2.7 Cylinder heads
2.8 Rocker boxes and valve covers
2.9 Injectors
2.10 Pulleys, belt, and clutch
2.11 Inspect gauge panel
2.12 Inspect engine wiring
(1) N = Normal, M = Monitor, A = Action, Blank = Not Applicable3.0 Cooling System - Inspection
Table 4
Sl.No. Status(1) Description Comments
3.1 Check coolant level
3.2 Radiator cap / HE cap
3.3 Pressure relief valve
3.4 Radiator cores
3.5 Water pump
3.6 Water hoses
3.7 Belt guards
3.8 Belt tensioner
3.9 Fan drive
3.10 Fan belt
3.11 Screen guard
3.12 Sea water strainer
(1) N = Normal, M = Monitor, A = Action, Blank = Not Applicable4.0 Air Inlet and Exhaust System Inspection
Table 5
Sl.No. Status(1) Description Comments
4.1 Air cleaner elements and housings
4.2 Air restriction indicator
4.3 Air and exhaust lines
4.4 Exhaust manifolds and studs
4.5 Muffler and exhaust stack
4.6 Turbochargers
4.7 Aftercooler cores
4.8 Aftercooler housings
(1) N = Normal, M = Monitor, A = Action, Blank = Not Applicable5.0 Fuel System Inspection
Table 6
Sl.No. Status(1) Description Comments
5.1 Fuel supply/return lines
5.2 Fuel priming pump
5.3 Fuel injection lines and retainers
5.4 Water separator
(1) N = Normal, M = Monitor, A = Action, Blank = Not Applicable6.0 Site Conditions
Table 7
Sl.No. Status(1) Description Comments
6.1 Ambient Temperature
NORMAL: −18 to 32°C (0 to 90°F)
MONITOR: 32 to 46°C (90 to 115°F) or −18° to -29°C (0 to -20°F)
ACTION: Above 46° C (115° F) or Below −29° C (−20° F)
6.2 Altitude
NORMAL: 0 to 1524 m (0 to 5000 ft)
MONITOR: 1524 to 3048 m (5000 to 10000 ft)
ACTION: Above 3048 m (10000 ft)
6.3