PISTON BODY 1W5796 - Caterpillar

Caterpillar generator sets are identified with serial numbers, with performance specification numbers, and with arrangement numbers. In some of the cases, modification numbers are used. These numbers are shown on the Serial Number Plate and the Identification Plates that are mounted on the generator set.
Illustration 1 g06307483
C32 generator set
Generator Identification (1)
When service to the generator is required, the information that is given on this plate should be used. The generator identification and information plate includes the following information: serial number, model number, and the rating of the generator set. The generator set consists of the engine and the generator. All pertinent generator data is also included on the plate to provide the information that is necessary to order parts.Engine Identification (2)
When service to the engine is required, the information that is given on this plate should be used. The engine identification plate includes the following information: setpoint of the engine altitude derate, horsepower, high idle, full load engine speed and fuel settings . The engine information plate also contains other important information about the engine. All pertinent engine data is also included on the plate to provide the information that is necessary to order parts.The engine identification plate is on the right side of the engine on the oil cooler.Engine Serial Number (3)
The engine serial number plate is on the left side of the engine block.The following information is stamped on the Serial Number Plate: engine serial number, model number, and arrangement number.European Union
This Mark is positioned on the Generator Set label.Note: The CE Mark is on machines that are certified to the European Union requirements that were effective at that time.For machines that are compliant to 1998/42/EC or 2006/42/EC, the following information is on the Generator Set label. For quick reference, record this information in the spaces that are provided below.
Engine Power for Primary Engine (kW)____________________
Year of Construction____________________
Machine Type ____________________
Place of Manufacture____________________Machine weight is provided on the shipping documentation. For additional information, contact the ASC.For the name and address of the manufacturer and the country of origin of the machine, refer to the PIN plate.