Technical Analysis 1 (TA1) Visual Inspection for Petroleum Gas Compression Engine {0372, 1000, 7000, 753S, 7565} Caterpillar

Technical Analysis 1 (TA1) Visual Inspection for Petroleum Gas Compression Engine {0372, 1000, 7000, 753S, 7565}

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Industrial Engine Petroleum Gas Compression Engine: ALL

Introduction

Inspections are the most basic form of condition monitoring. They are easy to do and surprisingly effective at helping you spot equipment health issues. Proactive monitoring and analysis of equipment information will allow Dealers to intervene before problems occur.

Note: Before adjusting product settings to comply with listed baseline TA1 values, consult SIS for the latest specification values.

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Table 1
Application:	Power/RPM:	Date:
Model:	Inspector:	SMU:
Engine S/N:	Work Order #:	Unit Location:
Arrangement #:
Note: Review Engine & S.O.S. History and check for Active Service Letters prior to inspection.
Status of the Gas Compression Engine⁽¹⁾
The status recommendation of your Gas Compression Engine is:

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⁽¹⁾	N = Normal, D = Down Engine, M = Monitor/Needs Attention

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Visual Inspection

1.0 Prepare Petroleum Engine for Inspection

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Table 2
Sl.No.	Status⁽¹⁾	Description	Comments
1.1		Prepare the Petroleum Engine for the inspection
1.2		Download fault codes - ECM data
		Logged fault codes - ECM data
		Active fault codes - ECM data
1.3		Observe engine exhaust colors
1.4		Listen for unusual noises (engine & driven equipment)

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⁽¹⁾	N = Normal, M = Monitor, A = Action, Blank = Not Applicable

2.0 Basic Engine Inspection

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Table 3
Sl.No.	Status⁽¹⁾	Description	Comments
2.1		Check engine oil level
2.2		Engine oil pan
2.3		Crankcase breathers and piping
2.4		Oil Filters, filter bases, cooler, and lines
2.5		Turbo oil accumulator (if equipped)
2.6		Crankcase explosion relief valves (if equipped)
2.7		Engine mounts, isolators, supports, and rails
2.8		Engine/driven equipment coupling
2.9		Flywheel housing
2.10		Starter motors (Air or Electric)
2.11		Air starter lubricator
2.12		Prelube pump (Air or Electric) (if equipped)
2.13		Front housing and covers
2.14		Crankshaft vibration damper
2.15		Cylinder heads
2.16		Rocker boxes and valve covers
2.17		Pulleys, belts (alternator and accessory)
2.18		Inspect gauge panel
2.19		Inspect engine wiring
2.20		Inspect battery terminals, connections, and cables
2.21		Inspect guards on driven equipment (if equipped)

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⁽¹⁾	N = Normal, M = Monitor, A = Action, Blank = Not Applicable

3.0 Cooling System Inspection

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Table 4
Sl.No.	Status⁽¹⁾	Description	Comments
3.1		Check coolant level
3.2		Radiator cap (if Cat supplied)
3.3		Radiator cores (if Cat supplied)
3.4		Screen guard (if Cat supplied)
3.5		Belt guards (if Cat supplied)
3.6		Belt tensioner (if Cat supplied)
3.7		Fan drive (if Cat supplied)
3.8		Fan belt (if Cat supplied)
3.9		Water pumps
3.10		Water hoses
3.11		Pressure relief valve
3.12		Screen guard
3.13		Water level switch gauge (if equipped)

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⁽¹⁾	N = Normal, M = Monitor, A = Action, Blank = Not Applicable

4.0 Air Inlet and Exhaust System Inspection

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Table 5
Sl.No.	Status⁽¹⁾	Description	Comments
4.1		Air cleaner elements and housings
4.2		Air restriction indicator
4.3		Air and exhaust lines
4.4		Exhaust manifolds
4.5		Muffler, exhaust stack, and exhaust flexible coupling
4.6		Turbochargers
4.7		Wastegate
4.8		Aftercooler cores
4.9		Aftercooler housings

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⁽¹⁾	N = Normal, M = Monitor, A = Action, Blank = Not Applicable

5.0 Fuel and Ignition System Inspection

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Table 6
Sl.No.	Status⁽¹⁾	Description	Comments
5.1		Fuel supply line
5.2		Fuel filter
5.3		Gas pressure regulator
5.4		Carburetor - natural gas/low energy fuel
5.5		Air/fuel ratio control
5.6		Electronic fuel metering valve
5.7		Gas shutoff valve
5.8		Dual gas regulator (if equipped)
5.9		Digital ignition system
5.10		Ignition wiring harness
5.11		Magneto and coils

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⁽¹⁾	N = Normal, M = Monitor, A = Action, Blank = Not Applicable

6.0 Site Conditions

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Table 7
Sl.No.	Status⁽¹⁾	Description	Comments
6.1		Ambient Temperature
		NORMAL: −18 to 32°C (0 to 90°F)
		MONITOR: 32 to 46°C (90 to 115°F) or −18° to -29°C (0 to -20°F)
		ACTION: Above 46° C (115° F) or Below −29° C (−20° F)
6.2		Altitude
		NORMAL: 0 to 1524 m (0 to 5000 ft)
		MONITOR: 1524 to 3048 m (5000 to 10000 ft)
		ACTION: Above 3048 m (10000 ft)
6.3		Humidity
		NORMAL: Below 25%
		MONITOR: 25 to 60%
		ACTION: Above 60%
6.4		Air Quality
		NORMAL: No Dust
		MONITOR: Light Dust
		ACTION: Heavy Dust
6.5		Equipment Utilization
		NORMAL: 0 to 10 Hours
		ACTION: Above 10 hours
6.6		Equipment Role
		NORMAL: Utility
		MONITOR: Support
		ACTION: Production
6.7		Maintenance Practices
		NORMAL: Excellent
		MONITOR: Good
		ACTION: Poor
6.8		Primary Industries