3516C Generator Sets Caterpillar

Heaters

Note: Oil pan immersion heaters are not recommended for heating the lube oil. To ensure the compatibility of the components, only use equipment that is recommended by Caterpillar.

A jacket water heater may be needed.

Note: The fluid that is heated is to be continuously circulated. This circulation will help prevent localized overheating of the fluid.

A jacket water heater is available as an option for starting in temperatures as low as 0 °C (32 °F). The jacket water heater can maintain the water temperature at approximately 32 °C (90 °F). The heated water will help to keep the oil in the engine block warm enough to flow when the engine is started.

When No. 2 diesel fuel is used, a fuel heater will maintain the temperature of the fuel above the cloud point. Fuel line insulation will help to maintain the fuel temperature.

Consult your Cat dealer for more information on the starting aids that are available for cold weather starting.

Air Starting Motor

Note: The maximum air pressure for starting must not exceed 1030 kPa (150 psi).

To start the engine at colder temperatures, the following conditions may be necessary:

• Maximum air pressure for the starting motor

• An additional volume of air