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Lister Petter T Series Operator's Handbook Manual

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  • Page 1 T SERIES GENERATING SET OPERATORS' HANDBOOK...
  • Page 2 T series TR EnginEs OpERaTORs' HandbOOk LPG[027-08265]1...
  • Page 3 Our policy is one of continued development Parts that have not been approved by the and we reserve the right to amend any Lister Petter organisation cannot be relied tech nical information with or without prior upon for correct material, dimensions or notice.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    ConTenTs Engine Features ................5 Introduction .................. 7 1. Safety Information ..............8 2. Technical Data and Information ..........14 3. Starting and Stopping ............15 4. Engine Fluids ................. 19 5. Routine Maintenance............. 21 6. Troubleshooting ..............29 7. Maintenance Record ............. 31 8.

  • Page 6: Engine Features

    T series enGines operaTors' handbook enGine FeaTures Fuel tank Flywheel Lifting eye Fuel filter Decompressor lever Oil filter Oil filler Starting handle housing Features of the T series air cooled diesel engines.

  • Page 8: Introduction

    You must not engines. attempt it unless you have the necessary If your engine is part of a Lister Petter knowledge and experience. generating set, there is a separate R e a d e a c h s e c t i o n t h o r o u g h l y...

  • Page 9: Safety Information

    Failure to do so may result in in the correct procedures. personal injury. WarninG Follow all safety instructions accurately. 1. Safety Symbols This figure identifies the ISO 8999 symbols currently used by Lister Petter.
  • Page 10 T series enGines operaTors' handbook Carefully read and follow all safety WarninG information and instructions in this KeeP The body And CloThIng manual. CleAr oF MoVIng or hoT PArTS Observe the safety and informative AT All TIMeS. ConTACT oF MoVIng...
  • Page 11 T series enGines operaTors' handbook 1.4 Fuel sysTem paint and adhesives. Manufacturers' safety data sheets preCauTions will provide specific details of the WarninG physical and health hazards, safety neVer AlloW Any UnProTeCTed and emergency procedures and SKIn To CoMe InTo ConTACT WITh...
  • Page 12 T series enGines operaTors' handbook • Funnels are very difficult to keep high temperatures, in excess of 400°C clean in dusty conditions. Wash them (752°F), an extremely corrosive acid is before and after use and wrap them up produced. when not required, or fill the tank direct...
  • Page 13 T series enGines operaTors' handbook • Never flash any connection to WarninG check the current flow. Take especial care with batteries, • N e v e r e x p e r i m e n t w i t h a n y which contain highly corrosive adjustments or repairs to the system.
  • Page 14 • Ensure all starting devices are A lifting eye is fitted to the top of your removed or isolated before beginning T Series engine. The following points any work on engine or plant. must be considered before attempting • Ensure the work area is clean, to lift the engine.

  • Page 15: Technical Data And Information

    Any increase in and baffle plates fitted to the cylinder combustion air temperature above the barrels. 2. Technical data for Lister Petter T Series engines. TeChnICAl dATA Rotation Anti clockwise (when looking on the flywheel) Type of injection...

  • Page 16: Starting And Stopping

    T series enGines operaTors' handbook 3. sTarTinG and sToppinG 3.1 preliminary If the engine stops other than by the operation of the engine control insTruCTions (Figure 3.2), the control must be turned The following operating instructions anti clockwise to the sTop position...
  • Page 17 T series enGines operaTors' handbook 2.Withdraw the plunger (A) and fill one and free to turn on its shaft. third of the cup (B) with the same • Clean and lightly oil that part of the type of lubricating oil as used in the handle which fits onto the engine.
  • Page 18 T series enGines operaTors' handbook handle: Insert the correct handle (see Figure 3.4.1, A) into the starting housing. Slowly rotate the handle in the direction of cranking until it fully engages. 5b. if using a limited kick-back handle: Swivel the starting-handle...
  • Page 19 T series enGines operaTors' handbook 3.7 sToppinG The enGine WarninG After prolonged running, metal parts of the stop control may become hot; it is advisable to use suitable hand protection when stopping the engine. engines without a fuel-control Figure 3.5 The start key.

  • Page 20: Engine Fluids

    T series enGines operaTors' handbook 4. enGine Fluids 4.1 oil speCiFiCaTion commonly available than API CC. The use of these oils in new engines is To assist engine running-in, all engines acceptable for topping up the first-fill are despatched with an initial fill...
  • Page 21 T series enGines operaTors' handbook 4.3 Fuel speCiFiCaTion CauTion The fuel used in your engine must be API Cd, API Ce, API CF-4 or MIl- diesel fuel oil which conforms to one of l-2104C/d/e oils can inhibit the running-in process in new or...

  • Page 22: Routine Maintenance

    T series enGines operaTors' handbook 5. rouTine mainTenanCe This section is designed primarily running hours. for use by trained technicians but it After the engine has run 25 hours, and does contain sufficient information, again after it has run 250 hours, you...
  • Page 23 T series enGines operaTors' handbook and mechanical knowledge and skills more frequent attention if conditions to understand the symptoms? are very dusty. Decarbonising may be • Do you have suitable electrical required more often if the engine has diagnostic equipment available? been running on light loads for long •...
  • Page 24 T series enGines operaTors' handbook until the sealing joint is just touching MAInTenAnCe SChedUle the crankcase, and tighten a further Every 500 hours half turn. 5.Run the engine and check for any Do all the above checks, and the following: oil leaks.
  • Page 25 T series enGines operaTors' handbook 5.6 FillinG The oil sump 5.7 ChanGinG The Fuel Tank FilTer 1.Ensure that the new oil meets the correct specification and viscosity, The fuel filter is an essential part of as given in 4. Engine Fluids. Check the engine.
  • Page 26 T series enGines operaTors' handbook 6.Replace the element bowl and retaining bolt. 7.Fill the fuel tank and prime the fuel system. Figure 5.9 The cartridge agglomerator 5.10 priminG The Fuel sysTem Figure 5.8 The fuel filter If a self-venting fuel system is fitted, it should not be necessary to manually 5.9 CarTridGe...
  • Page 27 T series enGines operaTors' handbook gear end although the cleaner itself can be rotated through 360°. 1.Gain access to the paper element by undoing the cruciform-headed screw in the centre of the main body of the filter casing, or by releasing the three cover clips (A).
  • Page 28 T series enGines operaTors' handbook 5.Tighten the locknut whilst restraining 2.Clean the top of the battery filler- the adjusting screw, and re-check plug area. to ensure that the clearance is 3.Remove the filler plugs and check correct. that the electrolyte level is 6.0-9.0mm 6.Repeat for the remaining valve.
  • Page 29 T series enGines operaTors' handbook preparing the engine for returning the engine to storage service 1.Replace the fuel in the tank with a 1.Refer to the appropriate sections for small supply of suitable inhibition the relevant detailed instructions as fluid.

  • Page 30: Troubleshooting

    T series enGines operaTors' handbook 6. TroubleshooTinG 6.1 preliminary • Do you have suitable electrical diagnostic equipment available? inFormaTion • Do you have, or have access to, the Troubleshooting mechanical engine necessary Lister Petter spare parts? problems can be difficult. The list of problems in this section is of a general 6.2 meThod oF...
  • Page 31 T series enGines operaTors' handbook TroUbleShooTIng Loose or corroded connections. Clean and tighten the connections. Battery will not Worn-out battery. Replace the battery. charge Loose alternator drive belt. Replace or re-tension the drive belt. Radiator fan belt too slack. Adjust belt tension.

  • Page 32: Maintenance Record

    T series enGines operaTors' handbook 7. mainTenanCe reCord Your Lister Petter T Series engine in 5.3 Maintenance Schedule. Details m u s t b e p r o p e r l y m a i n t a i n e d...
  • Page 33 T series enGines operaTors' handbook Hours run Work done by Details of service Distributor/Dealer Stamp Date...
  • Page 34 T series enGines operaTors' handbook Hours run Work done by Details of service Distributor/Dealer Stamp Date...
  • Page 35 T series enGines operaTors' handbook Hours run Work done by Details of service Distributor/Dealer Stamp Date...
  • Page 36 T series enGines operaTors' handbook Hours run Work done by Details of service Distributor/Dealer Stamp Date...
  • Page 37 T series enGines operaTors' handbook 7.2 non-rouTine mainTenanCe Hours run Work done by Details of service Distributor/Dealer Stamp Date...
  • Page 38 T series enGines operaTors' handbook Hours run Work done by Details of service Distributor/Dealer Stamp Date...
  • Page 39 T series enGines operaTors' handbook Hours run Work done by Details of service Distributor/Dealer Stamp Date...
  • Page 40 T series enGines operaTors' handbook Hours run Work done by Details of service Distributor/Dealer Stamp Date...
  • Page 41 T series enGines operaTors' handbook Hours run Work done by Details of service Distributor/Dealer Stamp Date...

  • Page 42: Warranty

    • Only genuine Lister Petter service you must register the engine with a parts must be used. Lister Petter dealer within 28 days of • When Lister Petter parts are purchased receipt. A list of dealers is available at from a dealer, this must be noted, with www.lister-petter.co.uk...
  • Page 43 • The installation should be in accordance of a claim under warranty. with data supplied by the Lister Petter Applications Department. 8.6 repairs under • Long term light load and cold engine WarranTy running invalidate the warranty.
  • Page 45 California proposition 65 Warning Diesel engine exhaust and some of its constituents are known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects, and other reproductive harm. T SerIeS engIneS oPerATorS' hAndbooK, LPG[027-08265]1, edITIon 1, MARCH 2016 © LISTER PETTER GROUP LTD...
  • Page 46 SLG/SLL 16 + 18 SERIES AlternAtor operAtors' HAndbook ORIGINAL INSTRUCTIONS LPG[027-08074]1...
  • Page 47 Our policy is one of continued development Parts that have not been approved by the and we reserve the right to amend any Lister Petter organisation cannot be relied tech nical information with or without prior upon for correct material, dimensions or notice.
  • Page 48 CONTENTS Introduction .................. 4 Safety Precautions ..............5 Application ................... 6 Service and Maintenance ............9...

  • Page 49: Introduction

    & 18 series alternators. The SLG series the sequence in which they appear. alternator is used in Lister Petter Alpha When a diesel engine is operating or generating sets. They have a cooling being overhauled there are a number fan and use a disc coupling.

  • Page 50: Safety Precautions

    ALTERNATOR OpERATORS' hANdbOOk SAfETy pRECAUTIONS Before operating the generating set, Ensure the installation meets or read and understand the generating exceeds all applicable electrical and set operators' handbook and this safety requirements and that competent handbook. Familiarize yourself with the suitably qualified personnel carry out equipment and the literature provided.

  • Page 51: Application

    AVR should be checked to ensure that In the event that the set is required to they are set correctly for the application. run outside these parameters, refer to Lister Petter. frequency Selection The alternators are of air cooled screen- 50Hz......... LINK C-50 protected drip-proof design.
  • Page 52 ALTERNATOR OpERATORS' hANdbOOk rated speed. Over speed can result in available for glands for cable exit. This damage to the alternator. panel is removable for drilling/punching Remove the AVR access cover and and is interchangeable with the left-side turn the Voltage control potentiometer panel.

  • Page 53: Service And Maintenance

    ALTERNATOR OpERATORS' hANdbOOk SERVICE ANd mAINTENANCE current level should not exceed the WARNING rated current of the alternator. Normally Service and fault-finding can be - 1 hour should be sufficient to dry the hazardous and can result in personal winding by this method. injury and/or equipment damage if The short circuit must not be applied done incorrectly.
  • Page 54 ALTERNATOR OpERATORS' hANdbOOk GENERATOR WINdING ANd 1) Check speed ROTATING dIOdES Low voltage 2) Check UFRO on load 3) Follow excitation test CAUTION procedure The resistances quoted apply to a RESIdUAL VOLTAGE ChECk standard winding. For alternators having windings or voltages other With the set not running, gain access than those specified refer to factory to the Automatic Voltage Regulator...
  • Page 55 ALTERNATOR OpERATORS' hANdbOOk SURGE SUppRESSOR forward direction. A faulty diode will show either very high readings or full The surge suppressor is a metal-oxide scale deflection in both directions. varistor connected across the two rectifier plates to prevent high transient REpLACEmENT reverse voltages in the field winding from damaging the diodes.
  • Page 56 ALTERNATOR OpERATORS' hANdbOOk windings. The exciter stator resistance 4. Connect a 12V 1.0A d.c. supply to is measured across leads F+ and F-. the leads F+ and F-. The exciter rotor is connected to six 5. Start the generating set and run at studs, which also carry the diode lead the rated speed.
  • Page 57 California to cause cancer, birth defects, and other reproductive harm. ALTERNATOR OPERATORS' hANDbOOk, LPG[027-08074], EDITION 1, MARCH 2016 © LISTEr PETTErGROUP LTD LISTER PETTER GLOBAL DISTRIBUTION LIMITED Unit 2 Hurricane Close, Sherburn in Elmet, Leeds, LS25 6PB, England TEL: +44 (0)1977 800372; E-mail: [email protected]...
  • Page 58 The eCO28 AlTernATOr OperATOrs' hAndbOOk LPG[027-08175]1...
  • Page 59 Our policy is one of continued development Parts that have not been approved by the and we reserve the right to amend any Lister Petter organisation cannot be relied tech nical information with or without prior upon for correct material, dimensions or notice.
  • Page 60 Contents 1. Introduction ................4 2. Safety Precautions ..............6 3. Coupling the Alternator and Engine ......... 9 4. Electrical Connections ............11 5. Routine Maintenance............. 13 6. Repair Procedures..............16 7. Troubleshooting ..............20 8. Electrical Wiring Diagrams ............ 21...

  • Page 61: Introduction

    STRICTLY OBSERVED, MAY RESULT engineers. If in doubt consult your local IN SEVERE PERSONAL INJURY, OR Lister Petter distributor. LOSS OF LIFE. Electrical symbols are both shown, and described, in "Section 02. Safety Precautions".
  • Page 62 Should replacement parts be required standards with the neutral connected for the alternator please contact any to earth. Lister Petter Distributor. The robust mechanical construction When requesting parts always quote the gives good access to the generator plant and alternator serial numbers.

  • Page 63: Safety Precautions

    tHe eCo28 alternator operators' Handbook 2. safety preCautIons as well as specific skills necessary WarnInG to perform installation, adjustment, Starting and operating any diesel maintenance, cleaning and/or repair generating set can be dangerous in operations. the hands of untrained people. CautIon Operators must read and abide by This symbol identifies the type of...
  • Page 64 1000 metres; in cases installed. of different conditions, please refer to CautIon Lister Petter. • Do not wear loose fitting clothes The final installer is responsible (such as scarves, etc.) near the set...
  • Page 65 tHe eCo28 alternator operators' Handbook 2.5 lIftInG preCautIons WarnInG T h e f o l l o w i n g p o i n t s m u s t b e Individual engine or alternator lifting considered before attempting to lift eyes must not be used to lift the any component.

  • Page 66: Coupling The Alternator And Engine

    tHe eCo28 alternator operators' Handbook 3. CouplInG tHe alternator and enGIne 3.1 CouplInG tHe Place the slit that is on one of the fan blades in the same position. alternator to tHe enGIne These instructions are to be followed should it be necessary to fit a new alternator to the engine.
  • Page 67 tHe eCo28 alternator operators' Handbook 7. Fit two setscrews through the alternator disk into the engine flywheel and hand tighten them. 8. Keeping the alternator still, turn the engine flywheel until another two holes are in the same position. Repeat this procedure for all the other holes.

  • Page 68: Electrical Connections

    tHe eCo28 alternator operators' Handbook 4. eleCtrICal ConneCtIons 4.1 WIndInG ConneCtIons The alternator must always be earthed by sufficiently rated cable, using one of CautIon the inside or outside terminals. All electrical output connections are After the output connections have been the responsibility of, and are at the made, ensure that the terminal box discretion of, the end user.
  • Page 69 tHe eCo28 alternator operators' Handbook 4.4 VoltaGe reGulator exceed the nominal value for a period of more than 20 seconds, then again An S.R.7/2-G regulator is standard on the alternator voltage is automatically the '28 Series' alternators. reduced to a safe operating level. This Important overload function has a built-in delay to allow for the overload when starting...

  • Page 70: Routine Maintenance

    tHe eCo28 alternator operators' Handbook 5. routIne maIntenanCe Important danGer The starting, running and maintenance Under no circumstances must and repair operations must be carried hydro-cleaners or detergent fluids out by skilled personnel who have read, be used for cleaning purposes. and understood, the safety instructions earlier in this handbook.
  • Page 71 tHe eCo28 alternator operators' Handbook Measuring the insulating earth resistance can assess the condition of the windings. This measurement can be carried out with a "Megger" device, or similar, with a 500V direct-current voltage. The winding resistance values are given in "06.8 Winding Resistance Values".
  • Page 72 tHe eCo28 alternator operators' Handbook The torque settings given in the table must be adhered to. 5.7 torque Values All torque values are as given + 7%. Thread Diameter Of M10 (steel) Figure 5.7.1...

  • Page 73: Repair Procedures

    tHe eCo28 alternator operators' Handbook 6. repaIr proCedures Important The starting, running and maintenance and repair operations must be carried out by skilled personnel who have read, and understood, the safety instructions earlier in this handbook. Particular attention must be given to the description of these two symbols in "Section 02.
  • Page 74 Lister Petter also recommend The air filters must be cleaned on a " d r y i n g - o u t " t h e w i n d i n g s a t regular basis.

  • Page 75: Electrical Wiring Diagrams

    tHe eCo28 alternator operators' Handbook replacing the aVr and a very low resistance in the opposite direction. A faulty diode will 1. Carefully note the position of each show either a very low resistance, or an terminal board wire and remove infinite resistance in both directions.
  • Page 76 tHe eCo28 alternator operators' Handbook Figure 6.7.1 Residual Voltage Check 4. With the set running, use a voltmeter, or the instrument panel, to check if the alternator is producing the nominal voltage indicated on the plate. 6.8 WIndInG resIstanCe Values The figures shown in the table are at 20°C ambient.
  • Page 77 In cases of difficulty please contact electricity and machinery. Lister Petter. Problem Method of Correction Replace the fuse. If possible, increase the speed by 15%.
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  • Page 81 California to cause cancer, birth defects, and other reproductive harm. THE ECO28 ALTERNATOR OPERATORS' HANDBOOk, LPG[027-08175], EDITION 1, MARCH 2016 © LISTER PETTER GROUP LTD LISTER PETTER GLOBAL DISTRIBUTION LIMITED Unit 2 Hurricane Close, Sherburn in Elmet, Leeds, LS25 6PB, England TEL: +44 (0)1977 800372;...

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