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SPECIFICATIONS
V-12, 4-Stroke-Cycle-Diesel
Emissions IMO/EPA Tier 2, EU Stage 3A IW, CCNR
Stage II, DnV clean
Displacement.................................... 32.1 L (1958.8 cu. in.)
Rated Engine Speed.................................................... 2100
Bore....................................................... 145.0 mm (5.71 in)
Stroke.................................................... 162.0 mm (6.38 in)
Aspiration...................................................................... TTA
Governor.............................................................. Electronic
Cooling System.......... Hex (A-D ratings) Keel (A-C ratings)
Weight, Net Dry (approx)....................... 2,840 kg (6,261 lb)
Refill Capacity
Cooling System.........................................80 L (21.1 gal)
Lube Oil System..................................... 138 L (36.5 gal)
Oil Change Interval.................................................... 500 hr
Caterpillar Diesel Engine Oil 10W30 or 15W40
Rotation (from flywheel end)....................................... CCW
Flywheel and Flywheel housing......................... SAE No. O
Flywheel Teeth...............................................................136
Maximum Exhaust Backpressure... 6.7 kPa (26.9 in. water)
Wide Operating Speed Range (WOSR) available on select
ratings. Please see local Cat Dealer for availability
STANDARD ENGINE EQUIPMENT
Air Inlet System
Corrosion resistant sea water / separate circuit
aftercooler, air
cleaner/fumes disposal system (closed)
Control System
Electronic governor, Mechanically Actuated Electronic
Unit Injection (MEUI) fuel system, A4 Electronic Control
Unit (ECU), programmable low idle, momentary
start/stop logic; ECU controlled prelube, cranking and
cooldown
Cooling System
Gear-driven centrifugal auxiliary sea water pump, gear
driven centrifugal jacket water pump, titanium plate heat
exchanger with coolant recovery system or keel cooler
with expansion tank, engine oil cooler
Exhaust System
Watercooled exhaust manifold and turbocharger, round
flanged outlet
Fuel System
Fuel priming pump, fuel transfer pump, fuel filter--RH or
LH service
Instrumentation
Marine Power Display of: engine speed and hours;
engine oil pressure and temperature; engine jacket water
temperature; fuel pressure, consumption, and
temperature; transmission pressure and temperature;
24-pin connector; on/off keyswitch; backup ECU ready
and active light; overspeed shutdown and remote stop
notification lights
Lube System
Crankcase breather, oil filter RH or LH service, oil level
gauge RH or LH service, oil filler, deep center sump oil
pan
Mounting System
Front support adjustable
General
Vibration damper, lifting eyes, RH or LH service options,
literature, side access block, single groove U-bolt
crankshaft pulley
ISO Certification
Factory-designed systems built at Caterpillar
ISO 9001:2000 certified facilities
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PERFORMANCE CURVES
B-RATING - DM9605-03
Engine Power kW
Engine Torque Nm
BSFC g/kW-hr
Engine Speed rpm
Metric
Maximum Power
Prop Demand
- - - - - - -
Maximum Power Data
Engine
Speed rpm
Engine
Power kW
Engine
Torque Nm
BSFC
g/kW-hr
Fuel Rate
L/hr
2100 970 4409 211.3 244.1
2000 970 4629 212 245.0
1800 936 4966 211.5 236.0
1600 895 5342 209.3 223.3
1500 867 5519 208.2 215.2
1400 792 5402 208.6 196.9
1300 726 5333 212.2 183.6
1200 578 4600 216 148.8
1000 388 3705 217.8 100.7
800 243 2901 216.2 62.6
700 193 2633 215.6 49.6
600 146 2324 216.9 37.7
Prop Demand Data
Engine
Speed rpm
Engine
Power kW
Engine
Torque Nm
BSFC
g/kW-hr
Fuel Rate
L/hr
2100 969.5 4409 211.3 244.1
2000 837.5 3999 213.2 212.8
1800 610.5 3239 214.9 156.4
1700 514.3 2889 215.5 132.1
1600 428.8 2559 216 110.4
1500 353.3 2249 215.9 90.9
1400 287.3 1959 215.8 73.9
1300 230 1689 215.9 59.2
1200 180.9 1440 217.7 46.9
1100 139.3 1210 221.6 36.8
1000 104.7 1000 227.9 28.4
900 76.3 810 236.9 21.6
800 53.6 640 250.3 16.0
700 35.9 490 269.4 11.5
600 22.6 360 294.3 7.9
NOTE: Prop demand data is a cubic prop demand curve with 3.0
exponent for displacement hulls only.
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PERFORMANCE CURVES
B-RATING - DM9605-03
Engine Power hp
Engine Torque lb ft
BSFC lb/hp-hr
Engine Speed rpm
English
Maximum Power
Prop Demand
- - - - - - -
Maximum Power Data
Engine
Speed rpm
Engine
Power hp
Engine
Torque lb ft
BSFC
lb/hp-hr
Fuel Rate
gph
2100 1300 3252 .347 64.5
2000 1300 3414 .349 64.7
1800 1255 3663 .348 62.3
1600 1200 3940 .344 59.0
1500 1163 4071 .342 56.8
1400 1062 3984 .343 52.0
1300 974 3933 .349 48.5
1200 775 3393 .355 39.3
1000 520 2733 .358 26.6
800 326 2140 .355 16.5
700 259 1942 .354 13.1
600 196 1714 .357 10.0
Prop Demand Data
Engine
Speed rpm
Engine
Power hp
Engine
Torque lb ft
BSFC
lb/hp-hr
Fuel Rate
gph
2100 1300 3252 .347 64.5
2000 1123 2950 .351 56.2
1800 819 2389 .353 41.3
1700 690 2131 .354 34.9
1600 575 1887 .355 29.2
1500 474 1659 .355 24.0
1400 385 1445 .355 19.5
1300 308 1246 .355 15.6
1200 243 1062 .358 12.4
1100 187 892 .364 9.7
1000 140 738 .375 7.5
900 102 597 .389 5.7
800 72 472 .411 4.2
700 48 361 .443 3.0
600 30 266 .484 2.1
NOTE: Prop demand data is a cubic prop demand curve with 3.0
exponent for displacement hulls only.
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RATING DEFINITIONS AND CONDITIONS
B-Rating (heavy duty)
% Load Factor: 40 to 80 % Time at Rated RPM: up to
40 Typical Time at Full Load: 10 hours out of 12 Typical
Hour/Year: 3000 to 5000 Typical Applications: For
vessels operating at rated load and rated speed up to
80% of the time with some load cycling (40% to 80%
load factor). Typical applications could include but are
not limited to vessels such as mid-water trawlers, purse
seiner, crew and supply boats, ferries, or towboats.
Typical operation ranges from 3000 to 5000 hours per
year.
Power
at declared engine speed is in accordance with
ISO3046-1:2002E. Caterpillar maintains
ISO9001:1994/QS-9000 approved engine test facilities
to assure accurate calibration of test equipment.
Electronically controlled engines are set at the factory at
the advertised power corrected to standard ambient
conditions. The published fuel consumption rates are in
accordance with ISO3046-1:2002E.
Fuel rates
are based on fuel oil of 35 API [16C (60F)] gravity
having an LHV of 42 780 kJ/kg (18,390 Btu/lb)when
used at 29C (85F) and weighing 838.9 g/L (7.001
lb/U.S. gal). Additional ratings may be available for
specific customer requirements. Consult your Caterpillar
representative for additional information.
Performance data is calculated in accordance with tolerances and conditions stated in this specification sheet and is
only intended for purposes of comparison with other manufacturer's engines. Actual engine performance may vary
according to the particular application of the engine and operating conditions beyond Caterpillar's control.
Power produced at the flywheel will be within standard tolerances up to 49 C (120 F) combustion air temperature
measured at the air cleaner inlet, and fuel temperature up to 52 C (125F) measured at the fuel filter base. Power
rated in accordance with NMMA procedure as crankshaft power. Reduce crankshaft power by 3% for propeller shaft
power.
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DIMENSIONS
Right Side Front
Engine Dimensions
(1) Length to Flywheel Housing 2072.9 mm 81.61 in
(2) Width 1447.4 mm 56.98 in
(3) Height 1539.6 mm 60.61 in
Weight, Net Dry (approx) 2840 kg 6,261 lb
Note: Do not use for installation design. See general
dimension drawings for detail (Drawing # 3306607 ).
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Performance No.: DM9605-03
Feature Code: C32MD41
U.S. Sourced
17946640
2 May 2011
2011 Caterpillar
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Materials and specifications are subject to change without notice.
The International System of Units (SI) is used in this publication.
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Performance Data
B-RATING - DM9605-03 Aftercooler Temperature 52.0 C (126.0 F)
Metric
Engine
Speed rpm
Engine
Power kW
BSFC
g/kW-hr
Fuel Rate
L/hr
Intake Manf
Press kPa
Intake Air
Flow
m3/min
Exh Manif
Temp C
Exh Gas
Flow m3/min
Engine
Torque Nm
Zone Limit Curve:1 1800 746 213.3 189.7 148.6 60.3 538.6 139.6 3,958
1500 517.2 210.5 129.8 74.2 35.6 537.8 87.3 3,293
1300 431.3 208.8 107.3 48.8 26.3 538 65.9 3,168
1100 357 211.9 90.2 37.5 20.5 537 51.2 3,099
900 286.9 214.1 73.2 29.0 15.9 519.5 38.7 3,044
600 146 216.9 37.7 11.8 9.3 397.9 18.7 2,324
Zone Limit Curve:2 2100 969.5 211.3 244.1 191.0 79.6 543.4 178.9 4,409
1600 668.5 210.8 168.0 118.3 47.6 565 117 3,990
1400 528.2 208.3 131.1 70.3 32.5 565.2 82.9 3,603
1200 420.2 211 105.7 46.2 23.7 565.2 61 3,344
800 243 215.4 62.4 23.4 13.6 493.9 31.7 2,901
600 146 216.9 37.7 11.8 9.3 397.9 18.7 2,324
Zone Limit Curve:4 2100 969.5 211.3 244.1 191.0 79.6 543.4 178.9 4,409
1600 668.5 210.8 168.0 118.3 47.6 565 117 3,990
1400 528.2 208.3 131.1 70.3 32.5 565.2 82.9 3,603
1200 420.2 211 105.7 46.2 23.7 565.2 61 3,344
800 243 215.4 62.4 23.4 13.6 493.9 31.7 2,901
600 146 216.9 37.7 11.8 9.3 397.9 18.7 2,324
Prop Demand Data: 2100 969.5 211.3 244.1 191.0 79.6 543.4 178.9 4,409
1700 514.3 215.5 132.1 85.3 42.8 497.2 97.8 2,889
1500 353.3 215.9 90.9 43.1 29.2 454.8 65.4 2,249
1200 180.9 217.7 46.9 14.0 18.6 327.6 35.2 1,440
900 76.3 236.9 21.6 4.2 13 210.9 20.3 810
600 22.6 294.3 7.9 0.9 8.6 129.7 11.3 360
Max Power Data: 2100 969.5 211.3 244.1 191.0 79.6 543.4 178.9 4,409
1600 895 209.3 223.3 181.2 60.9 609.6 153.2 5,342
1400 792 208.6 196.9 132.6 44.2 649.5 120.8 5,402
1200 578 216 148.8 78.2 28.9 669.3 84 4,600
800 243 216.2 62.6 23.4 13.6 493.9 31.7 2,901
600 146 216.9 37.7 11.8 9.3 397.9 18.7 2,324
Break Mean Effective Pressure.....................................................................................................1726 kPa
Heat Rejection to Coolant (total)..................................................................................................... 595 kW
Heat Rejection to Aftercooler...........................................................................................................176 kW
Heat Rejection to Exhaust (total)..................................................................................................... 763 kW
Heat Rejection to Atmosphere from Engine................................................................................... 109 kW
NOTE: Prop demand data is a cubic prop demand curve with 3.0 exponent for displacement hulls
only.
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Performance Data
B-RATING - DM9605-03 Aftercooler Temperature 52.0 C (126.0 F)
English
Engine
Speed rpm
Engine
Power hp
BSFC
lb/hp-h
Fuel Rate
gph
Intake Manf
Press in-hg
Intake Air
Flow cfm
Exh Manif
Temp F
Exh Gas
Flow cfm
Engine
Torque lb ft
Zone Limit Curve:1 1800 1,000 0.351 50.1 44.0 2,129.5 1,001 4,929.9 2,919
1500 694 0.346 34.3 22.0 1,257.2 1,000 3,083 2,429
1300 578 0.343 28.3 14.5 928.8 1,000 2,327.2 2,337
1100 479 0.348 23.8 11.1 724 999 1,808.1 2,286
900 385 0.352 19.3 8.6 561.5 967 1,366.7 2,245
600 196 0.357 10.0 3.5 328.4 748 660.4 1,714
Zone Limit Curve:2 2100 1,300 0.347 64.5 56.6 2,811.1 1,010 6,317.8 3,252
1600 896 0.347 44.4 35.0 1,681 1,049 4,131.8 2,943
1400 708 0.342 34.6 20.8 1,147.7 1,049 2,927.6 2,657
1200 563 0.347 27.9 13.7 837 1,049 2,154.2 2,466
800 326 0.354 16.5 6.9 480.3 921 1,119.5 2,140
600 196 0.357 10.0 3.5 328.4 748 660.4 1,714
Zone Limit Curve:4 2100 1,300 0.347 64.5 56.6 2,811.1 1,010 6,317.8 3,252
1600 896 0.347 44.4 35.0 1,681 1,049 4,131.8 2,943
1400 708 0.342 34.6 20.8 1,147.7 1,049 2,927.6 2,657
1200 563 0.347 27.9 13.7 837 1,049 2,154.2 2,466
800 326 0.354 16.5 6.9 480.3 921 1,119.5 2,140
600 196 0.357 10.0 3.5 328.4 748 660.4 1,714
Prop Demand Data: 2100 1,300 0.347 64.5 56.6 2,811.1 1,010 6,317.8 3,252
1700 690 0.354 34.9 25.3 1,511.5 927 3,453.8 2,131
1500 474 0.355 24.0 12.8 1,031.2 851 2,309.6 1,659
1200 243 0.358 12.4 4.1 656.9 622 1,243.1 1,062
900 102 0.389 5.7 1.2 459.1 412 716.9 597
600 30 0.484 2.1 0.3 303.7 265 399.1 266
Max Power Data: 2100 1,300 0.347 64.5 56.6 2,811.1 1,010 6,317.8 3,252
1600 1,200 0.344 59.0 53.7 2,150.7 1,129 5,410.2 3,940
1400 1,062 0.343 52.0 39.3 1,560.9 1,201 4,266 3,984
1200 775 0.355 39.3 23.2 1,020.6 1,237 2,966.4 3,393
800 326 0.355 16.5 6.9 480.3 921 1,119.5 2,140
600 196 0.357 10.0 3.5 328.4 748 660.4 1,714
Break Mean Effective Pressure........................................................................................................250 psi
Heat Rejection to Coolant (total)......................................................................................... 33838 Btu/min
Heat Rejection to Aftercooler...............................................................................................10009 Btu/min
Heat Rejection to Exhaust (total)......................................................................................... 43392 Btu/min
Heat Rejection to Atmosphere from Engine......................................................................... 6199 Btu/min
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Technical Data
Feature Code : C32MD41 DM9605-03
Specifications
Number of cylinders & arrangement Vee 12
Cycle 4-Stroke
Combustion system Direct Injection
Aspiration type Turbocharged Aftercooled
Bore 145.0 mm 5.71 in
Stroke 162.0 mm 6.38 in
Displacement 32.1 L 1,958.86 in
3
Compression ratio 15.0:1
Firing order 1-10-9-6-5-12-11-4-3-8-7-2
Rotation (from flywheel end) CCW
Aftercooling type SCAC
Exhaust manifold type WET
Air Intake System
Air intake flow rate 80.2 m/min 2,832.2 cfm
Maximum air filter intake temperature 49 C 120 F
Maximum intake restriction with clean filter 3.70 kPa 14.90 in. water
Maximum intake restriction with dirty filter 6.5 kPa 26.1 in. water
Cooling System
Cooling system type Heat Exchanger
Engine only cooling system capacity (includes heat exchanger) 0.0 L 0.0 gal
Maximum sea water inlet temp
Emissions
Certification Agency (EPA, CCNR, IMO) EPA T2
Exhaust System
Maximum system backpressure (at rated power) 6.70 kPa 26.90 in. water
Exhaust flow rate (at rated power) 177.7 m/min 6,275.4 cfm
Exhaust stack temperature (at rated power) 363.2 C 685.8 F
Maximum static bending moment on exhaust connection
Heat Rejection
Heat rejection to atmosphere (at rated power) 0 kW 0 Btu/min
Heat rejection from exhaust (at rated power) 0 kW 0 Btu/min
Heat rejection to jacket water (at rated power) 0 kW 0 Btu/min
Fuel System
Governor type Electronic
Fuel system type MEUI
Normal fuel pressure
Maximum fuel temperature (at transfer pump inlet) 52 C 126 F
Maximum fuel supply restriction 30.00 kPa 8.90 in. Hg
Maximum fuel return line restriction 27.00 kPa 8.00 in. Hg
Maximum fuel flow to transfer pump 960 L/hr 254 Gal/hr
Maximum fuel transfer pump lift (without priming pump)
Lube System
Refill volume with filter change (standard equipment)
Minimum oil pressure at rated speed 275 kPa 40 psi
Minimum oil pressure at low idle 100 kPa 15 psi
Crankcase ventilation type CLOSED
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Mounting System
Center of gravity dimensions (x) 585 mm 23 in
Center of gravity dimensions (y) 272 mm 11 in
Center of gravity dimensions (z) -5 mm 0 in
Maximum dynamic axial force on crankshaft
Flywheel housing size (standard equipment)
Maximum installation angle 15 Degrees 15 Degrees
Maximum operating angle (any direction) 30 Degrees 30 Degrees
Mass moment of inertia (x) 56,936 N.m sec 503,926 lb in sec
Mass moment of inertia (y) 106,627 N.m sec 943,728 lb in sec
Mass moment of inertia (z) 117,636 N.m sec 1,041,166 lb in sec
Weight (dry) 2,840 kg 6,261 lb
Weight (wet)
Electric Starting System
Recommended battery capacity (CCA) above 0 deg C 1,300 CCA 1,300 CCA
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A&I Checklist
Introduction
Marine engine installations require careful consideration
to ensure reliable and economical performance. The
following checklist is provided to highlight some of the
more important areas which should be considered when
applying and installing marine engines. Detailed
information regarding these guidelines can be found in
the Cat Marine Engine Application and Installation
Guide, Form LEGM4724-4737.
For vessels required to meet standards of marine
classification societies or government agencies, the
appropriate society or agency should be consulted on
their current requirements. Brief information on the
various internationally recognized marine classification
societies with whom Caterpillar has homologation
agreements is given in the Technical Marketing
Information on- line system or microfiche.
The following list is offered as a guide to call attention to
the different factors which must be taken into
consideration when planning or executing a marine
installation. Proper review of each factor will help ensure
a satisfactory installation.
Fuel System
1. Are the fuel tanks clean, properly vented to the
atmosphere, and equipped with drain plugs at the
bottom?
2. Are fuel lines clean and of sufficient size, and are they
connected to the engine through flexible connections?
3. Are primary fuel filters properly installed?
4. Is excess fuel return connected as recommended?
5. Are fuel lines securely fastened to prevent wear and
chafing?
6. Are fuel lines, valves, and tanks made of a material
that will not react chemically with diesel fuel?
7. Are fuels to be used clean, free of water and
sediments, and of the recommended specifications ?
8. Are spare fuel filters available on board?
9. Is a water and sediment trap installed in the lowest
point in the fuel system?
10. If an auxiliary or day tank is used, is it located so
maximum fuel level is no higher than fuel injection valves
on engine?
Engine Rating and Power Setting
1. Is the engine properly rated for intended service?
2. Is the fuel system and governor correctly set for the
applied rating?
3. Is the fuel ratio control functioning properly and set
correctly?
4. For separate circuit aftercooled or sea water
aftercooled engines, is water of the right temperature
available for the aftercooler?
Electrical System
1. Are engine accessory electrical circuits properly fused
or protected by circuit breakers?
2. Are wires properly grouped, identified, and securely
fastened?
3. Are dissimilar metals in contact with sea water
electrically isolated from each other?
Mounting and Alignment
1. Is the engine bed of proper size and strength?
2. Is the auxiliary engine resilient mounted to prevent
damage to bearings?
3. Motion stops incorporated in resilient mounts per A &
I guide instructions?
4. When collision blocks are used, are they located with
sufficient clearance to allow for thermal growth of the
engine?
Instrumentation and Monitoring Systems
1. Does the installation require use of instruments in both
engine compartment and pilot house?
2. If pilot house instrument panel is required, are the
instruments properly wired or connected?
3. Are safety (alarm and/or shutdown) contactors
properly wired, properly set, and working?
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Ventilation System
1. Are ducts for ventilation air entering and leaving the
engine room of adequate size and properly routed?
2. Is ventilation air flow in and out of the engine room
adequate even when hatches and doors are secured for
bad weather conditions?
3. If ventilating air fans and/or exhaust educators are
used, are these of adequate size and properly designed
and/or located?
4. Are exhaust pipes properly insulated?
5. Are crankcase fumes properly discharged to meet
crankcase venting needs and regulatory requirements?
6. Are Crankcase vent pipes of adequate size?
Serviceability
1. Is clearance provided to remove and replace air
cleaner elements?
2. Are oil filler cap and dipstick visible and accessible?
3. Can engine oil and lube oil filters be changed without
spilling oil on other machinery in the engine room?
4. Is clearance provided to change fuel filters?
5. Can cylinder head and turbocharger be removed with
engine in place?
6. Are jacket water filler and cooling system drains
accessible?
7. If engine is heat exchanger cooled, are zinc plugs
readily accessible and clearly marked? Are spare zinc
plugs available on board?
Combustion Air
1. Is combustion air ducted directly to the engine air
cleaner(s) from outside the engine room? (Good
practice)
2. Are combustion air ducts equipped with baffles to
prevent water from reaching the engine air cleaner(s)?
3. Are combustion air ducts of adequate size and
properly routed to hold down intake air restriction to
within the recommended limits?
4. If standard air cleaners are not used, is substitute
cleaner of sufficient size?
Lubrication System
1. Is lubricating oil of the recommended viscosity and API
or MIL specification used?
2. Is engine installation angle acceptable?
3. Are dipsticks properly marked for angle of operation ?
4. Are oil drains on engine accessible for oil changes?
5. If an auxiliary oil sump is used, is it properly installed,
provided with vent and drain openings, and correctly
plumbed to the engine oil sump?
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Starting System
1. If electric starting is used, are batteries of correct
voltage and capacity for the minimum ambient
temperature expected? Are they located as near to the
starter motor as possible, adequately held down and
protected, and properly ventilated? Are cables
connecting the batteries to the starter motor of the
correct size? Is battery charging provision adequate?
2. If air starting is used, is the air supply of
recommended pressure and volume? Are flexible
connections used between the air starting motor and
external pipings and between the compressor outlet and
the high pressure air pipe? Is spent air from starting
motor properly vented? Are all air lines clear? Is the air
storage tank equipped with a safety valve, pressure
gauge, and drain valve? Are filters and water separators
installed?
3. If hydraulic starting is used, are hydraulic lines and
fittings of adequate capacity? Is hand pump located
properly to allow full travel of handle for fast recharging?
Where multiple starting capability is required, are
accumulator(s) properly sized?
4. Are starting aids required for the expected ambient
conditions?
Control System
1. Are auto start stop controls required?
2. Is required overload protection in place?
3. Has system been tested against maximum block
loading (if required)?
4. Are separate, remote-mounted shutdown controls
required?
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Exhaust System
1. Are exhaust pipes of sufficient size and free of sharp
bends so recommended backpressure tolerances are
not exceeded?
2. Are exhaust pipes independently supported and
isolated from the engine by flexible connections?
3. If long runs of exhaust pipes are used, are flexible
connections of adequate size used? Are these
connections properly located?
4. Is the exhaust system gas tight?
5. Is the exhaust system insulated or shielded to protect
operators from possible injuries and to eliminate any fire
hazards?
6. If a muffler is used, does it satisfactorily reduce
exhaust noise to an acceptable level and is
backpressure within prescribed limits?
7. If wet exhaust system is used, does it satisfactorily
reduce exhaust noise to an acceptable level and is
backpressure within prescribed limits?
8. In vertical exhaust systems, is a rain cap or suitable
discharge design used to prevent water from entering
the exhaust pipe?
9. In horizontal exhaust systems, is the pipe end angled
to prevent water from entering the exhaust pipe?
Cooling System
1. Is the external water piping to and from the engine
jacket water inlet and outlet of proper size? Is it
connected as direct to the engine as possible, with
flexible connections close to the engine?
2. Is the external water piping designed and routed to
eliminate air traps?
3. Has coolant conditioner and anti-freeze been added to
the jacket water in the right quantity?
4. If heat exchanger cooling is utilized, are the heat
exchanger, auxiliary water pump, sea water strainer,
shutoff valves, and water intake scoops of adequate
capacity? Are the water intake scoops non-directional?
5. If keel or skin cooling is used, is the cooler made of
suitable material and of adequate capacity? Is the total
flow resistance, including that of the keel or skin cooler
circuit, imposed on the engine-driven jacket water pump
within the pump's rated capacity?
6. Is the external cooling circuit equipped with adequate
strainers and/or filters?
7. If auxiliary expansion tank is used, is it of adequate
size? Is air vented properly from the engine-mounted
expansion tank to the auxiliary tank? Is the auxiliary tank
adequately supported and isolated against vibration from
the engine- mounted tank with a flexible connector?
8. In separate circuit aftercooled engines, is the
aftercooler circuit properly vented?
9. Are zinc plugs installed in sea water flow passages at
numerous locations to protect the engine cooling system
components against galvanic activity?
C32 ACERT

MARINE PROPULSION
1318 mhp (1299 bhp) 969 bkW
Maintenance Interval Schedule
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C32 ACERT

MARINE PROPULSION
1318 mhp (1299 bhp) 969 bkW
Engine Oil Level Gauge Calibration
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