Mitsubishi SL-Series- Manuals

4 / 44 Operation Manual Mitsubishi SL-Series diesel engines Version 08/2004 ENGLISH TABLE OF CONTENTS 9.3 How to use non-amine type LLC............................................................................................ 37 9.4 Why LLC? ...........................................................

5 / 44 Operation Manual Mitsubishi SL-Series diesel enginesVersion 08/2004 SAFETY ENGLISH 1 SAFETY 1.1 Preventing fire and explosions Fire hazards! Do not smoke while refueling, or when handling fuel containers. Do not use gasoline or diesel fuel for cleaning parts. Good quality commercial, non- fla...

6 / 44 Operation Manual Mitsubishi SL-Series diesel engines Version 08/2004 ENGLISH SAFETY Keep the engine and its compartment clean! Remove all flammable materials such as fuel, oil, and other debris, before they accumulate on the engine. 1.2 Prevent burns Remove the radiator filler cap carefully! ...

7 / 44 Operation Manual Mitsubishi SL-Series diesel enginesVersion 08/2004 SAFETY ENGLISH Turn off the battery switch before servicing! Be sure to turn OFF the battery switch before servicing. If electrical equipment, including the starter or alternator, is serviced with the battery switch turned ON...

9 / 44 Operation Manual Mitsubishi SL-Series diesel enginesVersion 08/2004 SAFETY ENGLISH 1.6 Maintenance precautions Stop the engine before servicing it! Always stop the engine before adding or changing oil, coolant, or fuel. Check the coolant level only after the engine has been stopped and the ra...

10 / 44 Operation Manual Mitsubishi SL-Series diesel engines Version 08/2004 ENGLISH SAFETY 1.7 Operating precaution Be sure to break in the engine! During the first 50 hours of operation, break in the engine by using lighter loads and lower speeds than normal. A proper break in contributes to the m...

11 / 44 Operation Manual Mitsubishi SL-Series diesel enginesVersion 08/2004 SAFETY ENGLISH Do not break any seals for settings! Never attempt to break the seals of the fuel injection pump (governor) controlling injection quantity and minimum and maximum speed settings. Breaking these seals and varyi...

12 / 44 Operation Manual Mitsubishi SL-Series diesel engines Version 08/2004 ENGLISH SAFETY 1.8 Maintenance precautions Use the recommended fuel, oil, and coolant! Use of any other fuel, oil, or coolant can cause engine damage and reduce the engine service life. Perform all recommended inspections! ...

13 / 44 Operation Manual Mitsubishi SL-Series diesel enginesVersion 08/2004 SAFETY ENGLISH 3. Service the air filter equipped with a dust indicator when red is shown. Under-frequent service can cause damage. 1.9 If any trouble should occur If the engine suddenly stops: Do not restart the engine imme...

14 / 44 Operation Manual Mitsubishi SL-Series diesel engines Version 08/2004 ENGLISH IMPORTANT INFORMATION 2 IMPORTANT INFORMATION 2.1 Operating the engine properly 1. Never attempt to break the seals of the injection pump governor for maximum speed and maximum injection quantity settings. Breaking ...

16 / 44 Operation Manual Mitsubishi SL-Series diesel engines Version 08/2004 ENGLISH SPECIFICATIONS 3 SPECIFICATIONS 1 1 All specifications are subject to change without any prior notice. System Item Model S3L S3L-T S3L2 S3L2-T S4L S4L-T S4L2 S4L2-T ENGINE PROPER Type 4-cycle, water-cooled, vertical...

17 / 44 Operation Manual Mitsubishi SL-Series diesel enginesVersion 08/2004 NOMENCLATURE ENGLISH 4 NOMENCLATURE 4.1 Engine S3L/S3L2 Air vent screw Water pump RIGHT SIDE VIEW Fuel injection nozzle Air inlet cover Coolant drain plug Dipstick REAR LEFT SIDE VIEW REAR FRONT Thermostat Hanger Alternator ...

21 / 44 Operation Manual Mitsubishi SL-Series diesel enginesVersion 08/2004 OPERATION ENGLISH 5 OPERATION 5.1 Pre-start inspection 5.1.1 Walk-around Inspection Look around for items such as loose bolts, debris build-up, oil, fuel, or coolant leaks, broken or worn parts. 5.1.2 Check engine oil level ...

22 / 44 Operation Manual Mitsubishi SL-Series diesel engines Version 08/2004 ENGLISH OPERATION 5.2 Starting the engine The engine can be equipped with or without a glow timer. For starting instructions, please consult the chapter which specially applies to your engine. 5.2.1 Engine with glow timer 1...

23 / 44 Operation Manual Mitsubishi SL-Series diesel enginesVersion 08/2004 OPERATION ENGLISH 5.3 Warming up the engine Allow the engine to leave it idling for 5 to 10 minutes. A proper warm-up is absolutely essential to a maximum service life and performance and it minimalizes the operation costs o...

25 / 44 Operation Manual Mitsubishi SL-Series diesel enginesVersion 08/2004 MAINTENANCE ENGLISH 6 MAINTENANCE 1. Service the engine in accordance with the "Lubrication and Maintenance Chart." Under extreme, severe, or dusty operating conditions, service the engine more frequently than is spe...

26 / 44 Operation Manual Mitsubishi SL-Series diesel engines Version 08/2004 ENGLISH MAINTENANCE 6.1 Every 50 service hours 6.1.1 Drain water and sediment from the fuel tank and water separator Remove the drain plug and allow any water and sediment to drain. Drain at least 1 or 2 liters (0.3 to 0.5 ...

27 / 44 Operation Manual Mitsubishi SL-Series diesel enginesVersion 08/2004 MAINTENANCE ENGLISH 6.2 Every 100 service hours 6.2.1 Cleaning the fuel filter with cut off valve 1. Turn the valve to the OFF position. 2. Loosen the ring nut and remove the cup. 3. Wash the element in kerosene or diesel fu...

28 / 44 Operation Manual Mitsubishi SL-Series diesel engines Version 08/2004 ENGLISH MAINTENANCE 6.3.3 Filling with oil 1. Install the drain plug and tighten it to the specified torque. 2. Fill the crankcase with oil. 3. Start the engine, leave it idling for a few minutes, and check for leaks. Re-ti...

29 / 44 Operation Manual Mitsubishi SL-Series diesel enginesVersion 08/2004 MAINTENANCE ENGLISH Adjusting 1. Loosen the adjusting plate bolt and the mounting bolt. 2. Insert a bar between the alternator and the cylinder block to move the alternator to obtain the required belt deflection. 3. Tighten ...

30 / 44 Operation Manual Mitsubishi SL-Series diesel engines Version 08/2004 ENGLISH MAINTENANCE 3. Open the radiator drain valve and remove the engine drain plug. 4. Then allow the coolant to drain into the containers. 6.6.3 Flushing 1. Close the radiator drain valve and install the engine drain pl...

31 / 44 Operation Manual Mitsubishi SL-Series diesel enginesVersion 08/2004 MAINTENANCE ENGLISH 6. Re-install the by-pass and cabin heater hoses, if coolant reaches the top level and tighten the clamps. 7. Bleed the air at the cabin heater system. 8. Run the engine for a few minutes at low idle with...

33 / 44 Operation Manual Mitsubishi SL-Series diesel enginesVersion 08/2004 FUEL SPECIFICATIONS ENGLISH 7 FUEL SPECIFICATIONS 7.1 Recommended types of fuels The quality of fuel is a very important factor in obtaining satisfactory engine performance, long engine life, and acceptable exhaust emission ...

34 / 44 Operation Manual Mitsubishi SL-Series diesel engines Version 08/2004 ENGLISH LUBRICANT SPECIFICATIONS 8 LUBRICANT SPECIFICATIONS 8.1 Recommended types of engine oils Use oils that meet the API engine oil classification CF or CF-4 class. Proper oil selection assures cranking ability by mainta...

35 / 44 Operation Manual Mitsubishi SL-Series diesel enginesVersion 08/2004 LUBRICANT SPECIFICATIONS ENGLISH 8.3 Limiting requirements for engine oils If a used oil analysis program is conducted in order to determine the condition of the oil, consult the chart below. Change the oil if any of these r...

36 / 44 Operation Manual Mitsubishi SL-Series diesel engines Version 08/2004 ENGLISH COOLANT AND ANTIFREEZE SPECIFICATIONS 9 COOLANT AND ANTIFREEZE SPECIFICATIONS 9.1 Coolant specifications Water used in the engine cooling system must be soft, or as free from scale forming minerals as possible and i...

37 / 44 Operation Manual Mitsubishi SL-Series diesel enginesVersion 08/2004 COOLANT AND ANTIFREEZE SPECIFICATIONS ENGLISH ) 9.3 How to use non-amine type LLC 1. The engine coolant with any of the recommended additives should be changed every 2 years. 2. The proper concentration of LLC is from 30% to...

39 / 44 Operation Manual Mitsubishi SL-Series diesel enginesVersion 08/2004 STORAGE ENGLISH 10 STORAGE 10.1 Storage of the engine in a non- operational condition 10.1.1 Preparation 1. Drain the engine oil and put a preservative into the engine (up to the high level on the dipstick). 2. Make a mixtur...

40 / 44 Operation Manual Mitsubishi SL-Series diesel engines Version 08/2004 ENGLISH TROUBLESHOOTING 11 TROUBLESHOOTING 11.1 General 11.1.1 Think before you act Upon noting a defective indication, recall what you did the last time when you came across the same indication. If what you did was correct...

44 / 44 Operation Manual Mitsubishi SL-Series diesel engines Version 08/2004 ENGLISH ADDITIONAL INFORMATION 12 ADDITIONAL INFORMATION To whom it may concern EC-declaration of incorporation (Directive 98/37/EC, Annex II, sub B) Ban on putting into service MHI Equipment Europe B.V. Damsluisweg 2 1332 ...