TURBOCHARGER GP 3109617 - Caterpillar

Note: The design of the connections for the fuel system and the assembly of the connections are responsible for many problems with marine diesel engines. Follow the recommendations carefully in order to achieve a properly operating fuel system.Fuel Connections
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Fuel connections for the naturally aspirated 3034 Marine engine (1) Fuel return to the fuel filter base (2) Fuel supply to the fuel transfer pump
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Fuel connections for the turbocharged 3034 Marine engine (3) Fuel return to the fuel filter base (4) Fuel supply to the fuel transfer pumpA common problem with fuel systems is poor connections for pressure fittings. Another common problem is overtightening compression fittings. Overtightening the compression fittings will create a leak because the fittings will no longer seal.Cleanliness during assembly is especially important. Ensure that the fuel tanks are cleaned out before installation. Ensure that the fuel tanks are cleaned out before filling with fuel.The connection for the fuel supply line on the engine is a 1/2 inch UNS thread. The connection for the fuel return line on the engine is a 7/16 inch UNS thread.Fuel Tank
Fuel tanks should have the following features:
The filler neck should be raised so that water will not enter the fuel tank.
The filler cap should be sealed so that water will not enter the fuel tank.
A vent tube must be installed on the fuel tank. Ensure that water will not enter the vent.
A drain will need to be installed on the fuel tank so that water and sediment can be removed.
Internal baffles may be necessary to prevent the fuel from surging.
The fuel tank should have a removable panel so that the inside of the tank can be cleaned.
The piping for the fuel tank should be as simple as possible. Use the minimum number of valves and connections. This should lower the amount of problems with feeding the fuel to the fuel transfer pump.
A water separator is required between the fuel tank and the fuel transfer pump. To avoid problems with venting the air after draining the water separator, the water separator should be located below the normal minimum level of fuel in the tank.
The fuel tank needs at least two connections. A fuel supply line and a fuel return line connection are needed. A fuel tank should only supply fuel to one engine. However, if two engines are using one fuel tank, then each engine must have a fuel supply line and a fuel return line.Typical Fuel Systems
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Typical arrangement of the fuel system (1) A valve should be installed between the fuel tank and the water separator. (2) Removable panel for cleaning purposes (3) Connection for the fuel return (4) Filler neck (5) Vent (6) Fuel transfer pump (7) Water separator (8) Fuel supply connection (9) Drain valve (10) Internal baffles (11) Fuel tankA fuel system that is simple is the best choice. Some applications may require fuel to be drawn from the top of the tank and returned to the top of the tank. Refer to Illustration 3