LONG BLOCK M 20R6108 - Caterpillar

Cleaning Air Cleaner Elements
Pressure Air - 30 PSI (2 kg/cm2) Maximum
1. Direct air inside element along length of pleats. 2. Direct air outside along length of pleats. Direct air inside along length of pleats. Check element.Water - 40 PSI (3 kg/cm2) Maximum
1. Direct water inside element along length of pleats. 2. Direct water outside along length of pleats. Rinse, air dry thoroughly and check element.Detergent
1. Wash in warm water and non-sudsing household detergent.2. Rinse with clean water, 40 PSI max. (3 kg/cm2), see above.3. Air dry thoroughly and check element.Checking Element
1. Insert light inside clean and dry element and check. Discard element if pinholes or tears are found. 2. Wrap and store good elements in a clean dry place.
When using pressure air wear safety glasses and protective clothing. Use 30 PSI (2 kg/cm2) maximum pressure air for cleaning purposes.
Do not clean elements by bumping or tapping.Do not use elements with damaged pleats, gaskets or seals.
Have spare elements on hand to use while cleaning used elements.(41)Fuel System Filters - Service When Fuel Pressure Gauge Registers Out With Engine Running.
Primary Fuel Filter
1. Close fuel supply valve. 2. Remove bowl and element.3. Wash element and bowl in clean solvent.4. Install element and bowl.5. Open fuel valve and start engine.If fuel pressure gauge still registers OUT, change final fuel filter.Final Fuel Filter
1. Close fuel supply valve and remove filter. 2. Clean filter base gasket surface. Lubricate new filter gasket with clean diesel fuel.3. Install new filter. Tighten filter until gasket surface contacts base, then tighten additional 1/2 turn.4. Open fuel valve and prime fuel system.5. Start engine and check for leaks.Priming Fuel System
1. Move governor control to off position. Open vent valve. 2. Unlock priming pump plunger and operate pump until ... 3. Flow of fuel from drain line is free of air bubbles. Lock pump plunger and close vent valve.(42)Cooling System
Whenever draining and refilling the cooling system, always recheck the coolant level when the engine reaches normal operating temperature.Remove cap slowly to relieve pressure. Maintain coolant level to within 1/2 inch (1 cm) of the bottom of the fill pipe.Use clean water that is low in scale forming minerals - not softened water.Never add coolant to an overheated engine. Allow it to cool first.
Inhibitor contains alkali, avoid contact with skin and eyes.
Add Caterpillar Corrosion Inhibitor. Follow recommendations given on container.Check specific gravity of antifreeze solution frequently in cold weather to assure adequate protection.Cleaning Cooling System - Run engine until coolant is warm.
1. Stop engine and loosen filler cap to release pressure. Remove filler cap. 2. Open drain valve and drain coolant. 3. Close drain valve and fill system with cleaning solution. (1)4. Start engine and operate for 1/2 hour.5. Stop engine and open valve. Flush system with clean water until draining water is clear.6. Close drain valve and fill system with neutralizing solution. (2)7. Start engine and operate for 10 minutes.8. Stop engine, open drain valve and flush system.9. Close drain valve and add coolant to proper level.(1)2 lb. Sodium Bisulphate