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Waukesha
Form 1660B. Edition I;!
Copyright 1960
Waukesha Engine Division
Dresser Industries. Inc.
Waukesha. Wisconsin
Printed in USA 1200-12 SO
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For details on safety rules and regulations in the (natura! gas, ified petroleum gas. etc.) should
United States, contact your local Occupational Safety have another positive shut-off valve, preferably
and Health Administration (OSHA) automatic, other than those In the carburetor or gas
pressure regulation equipment. It is the final
These safety precautions are published for your responsibility of the engine owner to ensure that the
information. The Waukesha Engine Division, Dresser installation is free from fuel or exhaust leakage, and
Industries, Inc., does not, by the publication of these such installation meets all applicable codes.

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preca utions, imply or ina ny way represent that these
published precautions are the sum of all dangers GAS USED TO ENERGIZE STARTERS
present near industrial engines. If you are operating

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industrial engines, it is your responsibility to ensure Gas used to energize starters must be discharged
that such operation is in full accordance with all away from the engine into a harmless area. There IS
applicable safety requirements and codes. All also a possibility of leakage around the starter output

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requirements of the United States Federal shaft during cra connections and
Occupational Safety and Health Administration Act electrical equ engines exposed to a
must be met when Waukesha engines are operated potentially explosive should be equipped
in areas that are under the jurisdiction of that United to eliminate spark hazard. It is the responsibility of

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States department. Engines operated in countries the engine owner to specify or provide such
other than the United States of America must be connections and
installed, operated and serviced In accordance and
compliance with any and all safety requirements of SAFETY GUARDS

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that country which may be applicable.
Engines must be provided with guards to protect
BODILY PROTECTION persons or structures from rotating or heated parts. It
is the responsibility of the engine owner to specify or
Wear OSHA approved bodily, sight, hearing and provide such protection
respiratory system protection. Never wear loose
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clothing, Jewelry or long hair around an engine. CRANKCASE ANTI-EXPLOSION VALVES

EXHAUST GASES These valves must be kept In proper working

condition to relieve crankcase pressure.
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Engine exhaust products are toxic and may cause

injury or death if inhaled. All engine installations IGNITION SYSTEMS
must have an exhaust discharge pipe so that exhaust
gases are delivered into the outside air. A closed Ignition systems can cause electrical shocks. Avoid
building or shelter must be adequately vented to contacting ignition units and Wiring.
provide a steady supply of fresh air.
COOLING SYSTEM PRESSURE CAPS AND
ENGINE FUELS CONNECTIONS
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Engine fuels are highly combustible and may ignite or Do not remove the pressure caps while the engine is
explode. Fuels must be conducted to the engine with operating or while coolant IS hot. The cooling system
proper piping, free from leaks, and designed to resist is under pressure and severe burns could result from
breakage from vibration. When filling fuel tanks, the hot coolant spewing out when the cap is
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never smoke or use open flame in the immediate removed. Wait until the engine and coolant have
area. Fuel tanks should be grounded to prevent cooled down before removing the radiator or surge
buildup of static electricity. If a gas engine has been tank caps. Always replace weak hoses, lines, and
cranked excessively without starting, shut off the gas fiui ngs
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fuel supply and ignition Then crank the engine to

purge the cylinders and exhaust system of FUEL INJECTORS
accumulated, unburned gas. If you fail to do this, a
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spark plug could ignite the gas and cause an Never allow an Injector to spray against the skin. The
explosion. fuel oil wi II penetrate the skin and may cause serious
infection and ury
POSITIVE FUEL SHUT-OFF
GENERATOR SETS
Some means of positive fuel shut-off should be
provided for emergency use. Pressurized fuels The voltage produced by generator sets is dangerous

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Severe, possibly fata I. shock may result from contact. work area with clean walkways and
Make sure the generator set is before is a major factor
operation. Be extremely careful when the or
surrounding area is damp or wet.
ENGINE FAN BLADES
When servicing any part of the electrical system or
making any connections, make Sure main power Do not operate the ne with a fan which has
switch is OFF. Clean or service generator set been bent. ultilated, modified or in any way

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In case of an accident from electrica shock, shut 2 not operate the if the fan contacts or

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down the generator set at once. If it cannot be shut strikes any accessory or the radiator
down, free the victim from the live conductor. Avoid shroud or core.
direct contact with the victim. Use a board,

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rope, or any nonconducting to free the 3. not rebalance the fan. Contact the fan
victim. If the victim is unconscious, artificia if rebalancing is required.
respiration and get medical
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Do not operate the generator set with the ammeter secu installed to a torque specified by the
circuit open. Voltage, dangerous to both or vehicle manufacturer.
and personnel. can be in an open
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the fa faces the radiator.
If the generator set is stopped operation of safety
devices, do not attempt to operate it until the cause 6. Perform al maintenance on the
has been eliminated. which the fan is attached
drive, etc.) (See operator /
When the generator set is shut down after nn,or::<,t,
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disconnect aflline switches to all external power load
and parallel circuits. 7. Do not or substitute any parts of thf
without the approval of the Waukesha
ENGINE AND EQUIPMENT. REPAIR AND SERVICE ine Division Service Department. Take
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care not to make modifications which

Always stop the engine before dea increase the operating speed of the fan.
repairing the engine or driven equ
controls in OFF position to prevent accidental 8. !nsta the fan if the engine has been
restarting. If possible, lock all controls in the OFF for fan installation. Likewise, install a
position and take the key. Put a sign on the to which the fan is attached
instrument panel warning that the engine is being mp, fan drive, etc.), only if approved or
serviced. Before restarting, make sure that all tools for use on the engine.
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and other material are removed from the ne and

equipment. 9. the fan or fan drive contains any plastic or
rubber component. have the fan and drive
Proper service and repair is important to the safe, a qualified mechanic after
reliable operation of engines and related equipment. at or exposure to excessively high
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The procedures recommended by Waukesha in this temperatures [above 250 0 F. (120 0 C.) air
manual are effective methods for performing service
and repair operations. Some of these procedures
require the use of specially tools. The o the fan if indications of excessive
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special tools should be used when and as corrosion or erosion appear in the fan.
recommended. Anyone who uses a service, or
installation procedure not recommended by For reversible or adjustable pitch fans. make
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Waukesha must first satisfy themselves thoroughly sure the biades are correctly locked in the
that their safety wi II not be jeopardized by the service proper position to operation. Also, inspect
methods they select the fan to operation to ensure that ice and
dirt have not accumulated on the fan to causl
HOUSEKEEPING unbalance of the fan.

Good housekeeping results In a clean, safe work

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12. Be sure all fans, fan drives and belts are labels on the containers. Cleaning solvents can
properly shielded. cause various types of skin irritations.

TURBOCHARGERS WELDING EQUIPMENT

Turbochargers are specifically designed for each Welding gas inders can explode if damaged.
application. Nozzle rings must not be changed inders must be stored in accordance with
without consulting the engine manufacturer since manufacturer's specifications and applicable safety

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they limit turbocharger rpm. Excessive rpm may
result in turbocharger failure with resultant persona
safety hazards. Turbochargers operate at high When check valves should be

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temperatures. Therefore, all flammable material installed between the regulators and hoses to
must be kept away from them. Engines must be shut prevent flashback into the regulators and supply
down and at room temperature before working on tanks. Flashback could cause the regulators and
turbochargers or burns will result. Keep all foreign

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supply tanks to explode.
material away from turbocharger openings.
Oily and greasy materials must be kept away from
ENGINE STORAGE CHEMICALS oxygen valves, hoses, etc. Oxygen may combine with

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such materials and an explosive reaction could
Waukesha Preservative Oil contains a petroleum result.
distilate which is harmful or fatal if swallowed. Avoid
contact with skin. Vapor is harmful and causes eye shields when welding,

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irritation of eyes, nose, throat and skin. Use only with cutting or a operation. Protective
adequate ventilation. Avoid prolonged or repeated clothing and face shields must be worn. Do not weld
breathing of vapor. Avoid contact with skin, eyes, and or cut near combustible materials.
clothing. Do not take internally. Keep container
closed and away from heat. Always read and observe
the "CAUTION" labels on the containers. Do not GROUNDING PRECAUTIONS WHEN WELDING
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destroy the labels on the containers.
When using an electric welder on an engine, clip the
..3enerally, heating of preservative compounds is ground lead as close to the welding site as possible.
confined to 200 0 F. (93 0 C.) or less. These Putting the lead too far from the welding site
temperatures are easily reached by placing the may result in across the main bearings, and
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preservative container in heated water. If this is fusing them to the crankshaft.

done, the container must be vented or opened to
reduce the danger of explosion. Direct heating ELECTRIC POWER TOOLS
presents a dangerous and unnecessary fire hazard.
Be certain the electric tool is properly grounded.
FIRE PROTECTION Wear proper eye protection. Do not work in wet or
damp conditions. Be sure the tool is in good condition
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Locate fire extinguishers so that they are easily and safety are in position. An electric trouble
accessible if a fire starts. Carefully maintain records light must also be grounded. Do not carry electric
of extinguisher inspection and recharging to ensure power tools the cord. Do not yank the cord when
the fire extinguishing capabilities when required. removing from an outlet; instead grasp the plug to
Consult your fire extinguisher supplier or insurance remove it from an outlet.
engineer for recommendations on the type, size, and
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quantity of fire extinguishers required. Select and LEAD ACID BATTERIES

post alternate routes of escape from any engine
installation. Design installation to meet all applicable Always disconnect the ground connection
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fire codes. from battenes before performing any work on the

or This will prevent sparks or
CLEANING SOLVENTS burns when accidently shorting an electrical
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connection.
Use approved cleaning solvents in a well ventilated
area. Avoid breathing fumes; some vapors can be Never expose batteries to open flame or electriC
3tal. Keep away from open flames or sparks. Do not spark. Battery action generates a flammable,
use gasoline or paint thinners or other highly volatile explosive gas. Don't allow battery fluid to contact
fluids for cleaning. Always read and observe the skin, eyes, fabriCS, or painted surfaces. Battery flUid
"CAUTION" labels on containers. Do not destroy the is a sulphuric aCid solution which could cause

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serious personal ury or property Wear Never use your hand to check gas, or liquid flow
eye protection when working with batteries. rates. Do not engage in "horseplay" with air, gas, or
uid hoses. Observe al applicable regulations as
Precautions When Booster related to compressed gases.
Batteries and Cables
SODIUM FILLED VALVES
Do not attempt to jump start an ne a
frozen battery. The battery may rupture or explode. sodium filled valves always wear

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Before starting, examine all fill vents on the If a hat or cap, long sleeves,
ice can be seen, or if the electrolyte fluid cannot be of sodium filled valves is
seen, do not attempt to start with umper cables. undue force at the grinding

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wheel as this could crack the hollow valve stem and
Batteries should be treated al the sodium to escape.
jumper cables. The following

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reduci ng sparks and explosion Do not handle broken sodium filled valves with bare
present in both batteries when hands. Sodium or sodium residue can cause severe
batteries to discharged batteries: burns. Sodium burns are of the same nature as
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Turn off all electrical loads. Remove vent caps and lay water, then neutra ize with vinegar. The affected
a damp cloth over open vent wells of each parts should then be treated as a burn and medical
The charged booster battery or batteries must have attention
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or batteries. a broken valve should ignite, smother the flames in
soda ash or sand. Water, carbon dioxide in any
The positive post is identified a "+", pos. and red form, or carbon tetrachloride should never be used on
color and is in diameterthan the post. sodium fires since these materials react violently
hot sodium. The smoke and fumes are irritating;
The negative post is identified a " neg. and uate ventilation should be provided and
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gray color. inhalation or contact with the smoke and fumes
avoided.
Negative Grounded or Batteries
Broken sodium fi led valves may be stored prior to
First, connect one jumper cable from the post moisture free clean oil or kerosene.
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on the charged battery or batteries to the post Unserviceable sodium filled valves must be disposed
on the discharged battery or batteries. If more than of accordance with local, state and/or federal
one battery is connected in "series" or "series regulations as
parallel", connect the jumper cable to the
post that has the cable leading to the starting motor INTOXICANTS AND NARCOTICS

Second, connect the other jumper cable from the Workers under the nfluence of intoxicants and/or
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negative post on the charged or batteries to a narcotics are unsafe workers and are a hazard to
good ground on the engine. themselves and other employees.

When removing jumper cables, always disconnect SAFETY PRACTICES FOR HANDLING ACIDS.
the ground jumper cable from the ne before
disconnecting the other cable. this manual, acid cleaning procedures
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are recommended for certain castings or pieces of

Positive Grounded Battery or Batteries
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This is the same procedure as for negative grounded

battery or batteries, except the negative post wi
have the cable leading to the motor and the add the acid to the water - never add water
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positive post will be grounded. to acid solution.

COMPRESSED AIR contact with skin, clothing, and eyes

Compressed air or gases should never be used to 2. Desca operations should be performed
clean clothing or the body. Compressed air can pierce away from a I fire, sparks or other ignition
the skin and cause severe and very painful sources.

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3. Keep acids off of concrete floors, as it attacks 7. pump, or an inexpensive,

lime in the concrete. If solution does on
concrete surfaces, apply an alkaline solution to
neutralize. 8. When with water, pour acid into the
water, do not pour water in concentrated acid.
4. Acids can react with metals to form various
gases. Generally, acid solutions on lime scale 9. Do not acid solutions with air.
and rust result in the formation of harmless

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carbon dioxide. However, when acids contact O. of acid should be followed by
aluminum, zinc, cadmium, tin, sulfides, arsenic then neutralizing with an
and cyanides, poisonous and explosive gases alkaline solution to remove all acidic residue, to

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may be generated. When descaling is being prevent further action.
done in closed equipment, install proper
ventilation to carry the gases away. When an 11. Store acid solutions in either an acid-proof
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diluted by adequate air flow above the open container should be used.
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5. Always fill closed vessels from bottom up. solution for copper or brass fittings or fusible
metal dissimilar metals
6. Be sure that there are no leaks in the vessel should be removed to descaiing to prevent
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leak into opposite side of equipment. Good action of acid solution. Do not use
practice is to fill the opposite side of the acid to descale constructed of
equipment being descaled with water to a level aluminum.
higher than the acid solution.
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nance practices have been omitted or included mention In such
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Occasionally, unusual or extreme may to justify
some degree of variation from the When this
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model and serial number from the engine
features of the AU'~LaUA'~L~UU, or conversions made
be sure to include the engine
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the owner, should be
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mentioned.

Where tabulated is the user ,",UIJLU.U realize that clearances,

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part numbers, and so on, are to your local Authorized

Waukesha Distributor if any doubt arises as of a given part
or clearance.

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Title Page
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ............ 19
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INTRODUCTION .................. . . ............... 20

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PRINCIPAL ENGINE
DIMENSIONS ...................... x

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DESCRIPTION ..................... .
GENERAL ........................ 1

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CRANKCASE ..................... .
CYLINDER HEADS ................ 2
CYLINDER SLEEVES ............. 2
VALVES AND MECHANISM ......

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PISTONS .......................... 5
CONNECTING RODS .............. 5
CRANKSHAFT .................... 6
CAMSHAFT ....................... 6
LUBRICATION SYSTEM ..........
OIL PUMP .........................
OIL COOLER ......................
COOLING SYSTEM ................
WATER PUMP .....................
INTAKE MANIFOLDS .............
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EXHAUST MANIFOLDS .......... , 12
IGNITION SYSTEMS ............... 12
High-Tension Magneto Ignition .... 12
Low Tension Magneto Ignition ..... 12
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Distributor Ignition ................ 13

Breakerless Distributor Ignition .... 13
GASOLINE CARBURETION ........ 13
GAS CARBURETION ............... 14
GOVERNORS. .. . . . . . .. . .. .. . .. . .. . 14
Mechanical Governor . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 14
Woodward PSG Governor .......... 15
STARTING SYSTEM ................ 16
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Electric Starting ................... 16

Starting Engine ................... 16
Air Starting Motor .......... , ...... 16

SERVICE ........................... 17
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LUBRICATING OILS .............. 17

LUBRICANTS ..................... 17
OIL CAPACITy ................... 17
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OIL CHANGES .................... 18

OIL SCREENS ..................... 18
SELECTING VISCOSITY ...... 18
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GREASING ....................... 19
BREAK-IN ......................... 19 ..... 36
OIL CONSUMPTION .............. 19 ........................... 36
LOW AMBIENT TEMPERATURE ................ 36
OPERATION ...................... 19 .......................... 37

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SERVICE (CONT.) ........ " .. 45
GASOLINE CARBURETORS ........ 37 INSTRUCTIONS, 45
Gasoline Carburetor .. 37 ................... 45

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GAS CARBURETION - .... ' " ......... 45
CARBURETOR .................... 38 '" ........... 46
NATURAL ........... , ............. 46

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ENSIGN CARBURETORS ......... . . .................. 46
Field Regulators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . ..................... 46
Field Regula tor . 38 PROCEDURE

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Fisher S-201 Regulator ............. 38
Low Pressure Regulators
and Carburetors .................. 39 ................... 46
Line Sizes ......................... 39 ............. 47

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Carburetor ........... 47
Natural Gas ............ , ......... 39 ....... 47
LPG FUEL SYSTEMS - ........ 47
ENSIGN CARBURETORS ......... . 1:te~;;ettmg Mechanical Governor . . . . 48
Vaporizer and Regulator
Combinations .................... 40
LPG Vaporizer or Regulator. . . .. .. 40
Balance and

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Line Sizes ....... .
Carburetor. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . ..
GOVERNOR BUTTERFLY
LINKAGE ........
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ENSIGN CARBURETORS. . . . . .. .. 41
ENSIGN COMBINATION
CARBURETOR ............. .
Starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. ..... 41
Economizer ....................... 41
Balance Line ..................... .
Installation ........................ 42
Service ... , ....................... 42 ........... 54
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ENSIGN TYPE "B" FUEL

REGULATOR ..................... 42 ................ 55
Operation. . . .. .................. . 43 Polarization of "B"
SUGGESTIONS 55
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TROUBLES ON GASEOUS ............ 56

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CARBURETORS ............ " .. . 43 ... 56
When Engine Fails to Start ........ 43 ... 57
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Idle Properly. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
Model "B" Fuel Regulator .......... 44
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When Engine Fails to Operate .............. 58

Properly Under Load ............. 44 ............. 58
Fuel Regulator Leaks .... . . . . . . . . 44 ............ 58
Main Valve Sticks Open ........... 44
IMPCO CARBURETORS ............ 44 ............ 58

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OVERHAUL. .......... . .......... 59
GENERAL ......................... 59 .... 73

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Do Not Mix or Confuse
Engine Parts ............... .... 59
Do Not Mix Bolts, Capscrews

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and Washers ...................... 59
Inspect as Engine is Disassembled. 59
Protect Delicate Parts

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and Surfaces. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. .. 59
Clean Thoroughly ................. 59
Work Accurately ...... , .. , ...... , .. 60

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INSPECT COMPLETELY . . . .. . .... 60
DISASSEMBLY ..................... 60
Vibration Dampner and
Fan Pulley. . . . . . . . . .. . ........... 60
Gear Cover . . . . . . . . . . .. ...... .., 60 ..... 77
Flywheel .......... . .............. 60
Water Pump ...................... 60
Pistons ......................... , 60
Cylinder Sleeves .................. 60
Cylinder Heads .................... 61
Crankshaft Gear. . . . . .. . .......... 61
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CLEANING ........................ 62 ........ 82
Chemical Cleaning ................ 63 ............. 82
Mechanical Cleaning .............. 63 ................. 84
Selecting Cleaning Methods. . . . .. . 63 ........... 86
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VALVES AND MECHANISM - THE

REPAIR ............................ 64 .................. 87
Compression Checks.. ....... . ... 64 DRIVE ... 90
Valve Mechanism ................. 64 ....................... 92
Valve Stem Seals ...... , ........... 64 REPAIR ................. 92
VALVE LIFTERS ................... 65 AND FLYWHEEL
GUIDES AND SEATS ............... 66 ALIGNMENT ........... 92
Valve Grinding .................... 66 ....... 93
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Hand Grinding .................... 66

REPLACING CYLINDER HEADS .. 67
CRANKSHAFT END THRUST
ADJUSTMENT ............... . ... 67
Rear Oil Seal Replacement. . . .. . .. 69
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IMPROVEMENT. . .. . ............. 70
TIMING GEAR OVERHAUL. . . . .. . 71
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Timing Marks ..................... 71 .......... 98

Removing and Installing Gears .... 71
CAMSHAFT AND CAM-FOLLOWER AND .... 106
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OVERHAUL ....................... 72
Inspecting Camshaft ........... " 72 ...... 107
Replacing Camshaft Bushings . . . . . 72
Align Boring Cam Bushings . . .. .. 72 ........ 108
Camshaft End Thrust .............. 72

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WAUKESHA MODEL LEFT SIDE VIEW

DOWNDRAFT GAS CARBURETION ENGINE

1. Fan Belt Tension Adjustment 8. Hole Cover

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2. Fuel Idle Adjustment 9. Level Indicator

3. Gaseous Fuel Carburetor 10. Filter Base Drain
4. Butterfly Valve Housing 11. Filter Oil Pressure Relief Valves
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5. Rocker Arm Cover Breather 12. Crankcase Br€ather

6. "Hot" Exhaust Manifold 13. Crankcase Oil Filler
7. Oil Pump Drive Gear Lubrication Line 14. Mechanical Governor Lever
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LOW TENSION MAGNETO IGNITION ENGINE

1. Water Cooled Exhaust Manifold ~",:t""mFilter Drain

2. Top Water Manifold Inlet Elbow
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3. Carburetor Air Horn 19n.itiClll Magneto

4. Low Tension Transformers Pressure Valve
5. Thermostat 15. Oil Cooler
6. Exhaust Manifold Thermostat Oil Pressure Relief Valve
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7. Spark Ignition Wires Relief Valve

8. Water Cooled Exhaust Manifold Level
9. Water By-Pass Line Electric Motor
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1. Engine Timing Charls 10.

2. Valve Clearance Chart
3. Distributor Ignition Coil 12. Manual Primer
4. Ignition Distributor 13. Oil Line Filter to .c.U5U,"';
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5. Intake Manifold (Updraft) 14. Full Flow Oil Filters

6. Carburetor By-Pass Line 15. 'rank Overflow Line
7. Water Line - Water Manifold to 16. Intake Manifold Drain Line
Intake Manifold Intake Manifold to
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8. Instrument Panel
9. Air Cleaners 18.
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HEAT EXCHANGER COOLlNG SYSTEM
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1. Exhaust Manifold Water Inlet Heat .w-".....u,,,.u's"' ...

2. Oil Line - Engine to Filters Water
3. Oil Line - Oil Cooler to 13. Water Line Inlet to Oil Cooler
4. Water Line - Oil Cooler to Outlet 14. Oil Cooler
5. Water Temperature Bulb 15. Line - Filters to Oil Cooler
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6. Water Pump Grease Line .. Pressure to Sump

7. Cooling System "",h.P"'.l= PaIl Drain
8. Cooling System Heat =.t>......u.;u..l.,,,'" 18.
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9. Generator Electric Solenoid

10. Crankcase Water Drain Manual Choke Control
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BORE AND STROKE . . . . . . x

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NUMBER OF CYLINDERS . . .
DISPLACEMENT, cubic inches 1197
NUMBER OF MAIN BEARINGS
FRONT MAIN BEARING, diameter x

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CENTER MAIN BEARING, diameter x length
REAR MAIN BEARING, diameter x
INTERMEDIATE BEARINGS diameter x

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THRUST - taken at front main
CONNECTING ROD LARGE D£.LrU.-UlH x
diameter x length
CONNECTING ROD SMALL .u.w.n...Luu..
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CONNECTING ROD c. to c.
PISTON PIN, floating, diameter x
RINGS, straight side, compression
RINGS, straight side, oil control
for 1800 RPM operation)
VALVE, Intake, clear diameter .•
VALVE, Exhaust, clear diameter • • • • 2
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Tll\IIING GEARS, face width . . . •
FAN, 8-blade diameter . . . . . . 32 and 36
CRANKSHAFT THRUST - taken at front main
FIRING ORDER . . . . . . . 1-5-3-6-2-4
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FL YWHEEL HOUSING, Size . . . . . SAE

SPARK PLUGS . . . . . . . . . . . I8mm.
CARBURETOR FLANGE, SAE size gaseous fuels 2-
CARBURETOR FLANGE, SAE .• 2
OILING SYSTEM, capacity, lines and •. 8
WEIGHT, (bare) approximate lb. . • 3050
WEIGHT, (with starting and lb. • . . . 5680
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All dimensions stated in inches unless otherwise indicated.

Do not use for service
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GENERAL essary to avoid Lubrication and

discussed under separate headings
The Waukesha Model WAK and F-1l97-Gare this section.
six cylinder overhead

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gasoline and gaseous fuel
constructed for heavy
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cause of their sturdiness and smooth no,.,,,,,,,,,,,,, engine is
ance, ideally suited for many industrial power _err",n", iron casting incorporating
servi.ces. Since the many different ribbed main-bearing supports and

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these engines are suited for will result in many for the six cylinder sleeves.
engine and this text l,.VU,U,Ul': water passages are formed between

cover and the most side-wall structure of the crankcase casting

commonly used and acces- and the sleeves. the sleeves are

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sories. Although reference is made to the W AK in direct contact with the coolant. Since
throughout the this information also sleeves are of the removable type,
applies to the F-1197-G necessary to maintain a seal at the upper
engine series. lower sleeve-To-crankcase contact surfaces.
is done the head gasket which seals the

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The following operational and service data

There are no special L""~Ui.U.\"IU';'"

justments necessary to
operating condition.
tenance of the and its oil and l,.VVJ.,CUliL.
will more than pay for itself in 1-11. \J~I.I!'l':,t:u
between the sleeve
finished

recess at the upper

the lower end of the sleeve.
surfaces at the joint
and the crankcase deck
and two seal rings

The crankcase has four accurately aligned

locations for the camshaft bearing bushings.
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performance and Never overlook the These located on the left side of the
great contribution that en!tiIle. SUPPI)rt the camshaft at the front and rear
cleaners can make to two intermediate all of which are
reasonable storage care, with oil under pressure. Immediately
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cision parts, is extremely above the camshaft are 12 locations for the sleeve
cam follower
For the purpose of or
ence, the following references are used: rear end of the crankcase is a mounting
surface for a housing of the specified
CYLINDER NUMBERING - are size and two and lower) packed-type
numbered consecutively from one to crankshaft oil retainers. To ensure accurate
starting from crankshaft end of of the clutch or other drive unit in
the rear surface ofthe en-
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engine.
held to very close tolerances and the
FRONT and REAR - Reference to such lo- itself is machined true after the engine
cations on the engine shall be has been assembled. Whenever the power take-
as meaning from the crankshaft or fly-wheel housing are
(front) and ends. the run-out and eccentricity of the
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should be checked and adjusted to

RIGHT and LE FT - Shall be limits: housing should
as meaning from the left of a not be eccentric more than O.OIO-in. total in-
viewer standing at and the rear nor should there be more than
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(flywheel) end of the indicator for the housing face

The maximum indicator reading forthe
ROTATION - Standard rotation is counter- is 0.005 inch.
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clockwise standing at and facing the rear face run-out should not exceed 0.013".
(flywheel) end of the
located on the left side of
Since many of the described contain allow access for removal and in-
complex oil or water passages, no mention has ofthe cam followers and permit removal
been made of these passages except as is nec- that may collect in this area.

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A longitudinal rib extending along the seats. for the intake and exhaust
side and about midway up on the crankcase is on the left and right side
drilled to form the main pressure-oil header. of each head. Two pads on each head,
Six threaded plugs spaced along this rib indicate support a water manifold that collects the coolant
the intersection paints of oil leads to the main leaving the or in some applications,
bearings. Removal of these plugs permits clean- "hot" exhaust manifolds. The cylinder heads may
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ing of the oil passages after crankshaft and main be between front and rear positions,
bearings have been removed for major in- but if this is done it is necessary to move the
spection or repair. rocker-arm oil line connection from one end of
the head to the other and install a plug in the
Faced mounting bosses and connections are hole used.
provided at various pOints on the crankcase ex-
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terior for mounting accessories, lines, and other CYLINDER SLEEVES

equipment selected by the engine
sleeves are cast from
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CYUNDER HEADS selected and hardened

and resistance to dis-
Two cast-iron cylinder heads are designed and Each sleeve has a shoulder and flange
fabricated especially for the temperatures -and at the upper end to locate it in the crankcase
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pressures of industrial and commercial use. upper deck and prevent shifting and leakage
Three intake-valve guides and three exhaust- when the head and gasket are secured
valve guides are pressed into each head. above it. T h i s , and the crankcase deck
assure maximum valve performance and recess into which it both have precision-
inserts are used in intake and exhaust valve finished surfaces to form a water seal

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use a Teflon seal in the bottom

groove.

exhaust valves are both of the

hardened and annular
locks. Stellite seat

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on the exhaust valves.
of the intake valve is 30 degrees,
exhaust valve has a 45-degree seat.

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free travel in the valve
exhaust valve stem has a sharp
for a action.

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CYLINDER SLEEVE PROJECTION

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in this area. The sleeve
0.005-in. above the deck to ensure a
gasket joint. VVhenever sleeves
this should be checked. The
should be used to measure
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clean carbon and
other deposits from face of block and sleeve
projections.
Previous intake

end of the

guides are the same.

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upper end is turned down to
2. Place metal bar across center of sleeve and a valve stem seal.
bolt both ends into 100 ft. Ibs.
torque. This step will force the sleeve into are retained by hardened
the position it when head to center the springs and seating
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is in place. locks. The springs incorporate

coils and are interchangeable between
3. Use dial indicator to measure of sleeve intake and exhaust but should always be
projection above face of block. installed with the close-wound coils towards the

The lower end of the sleeve is and

immediately above the two
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for the rubber seal

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head (downward). Low speed industrial ~u~;.uu::

employ only one spring, othersusuallyhavetwo.

Valve actuation is obtainedthroughchlliedand

polished molybdenum-iron alloy roller
followers, riding directly on the ... <>.,.u~,.....,.... ~.

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motion is transmitted to rocker arms 'thll"m'ilTh
tubular steel push rods equipped
sockets at each end. Another socket seats in

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the cam follower and receives the lower end
push-rod tip.
grooves across

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The forged steel rocker arms on shaft rotation.

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PISTONS Hard bronze bushings

The aluminum are a press fit in the end and are
castings and of the then diamond bored forpre-
type. The piston These are used as a
and are retained in master reference for the large end
These pistons were seat. For this reason, the connecting

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and "D" sizes, rods Series are never bent for align-
thousandth) on ment purposes, at the nor in the field. A
they are matched for rifle -drilled passage slightly to the right

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Weight marking should be noted center oil transfer from the
pistons selected to match to the piston-pin area. A
Current production dowel for the is fitted in the
inch towards the front face of

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pistons and "'1~''''"rA'''
Observation of this point will prevent
CONNECTING RODS installation of the rod cap. Current
utilize instead of bearing

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Six I-section of the dowels. Four heat-treated bolts with
big-end type are used in slotted nuts retain the caps in place.
The rods and caps are clearance is controlled by O.002-inch
and machined in one piece, then shims laminated to a total of O. 008 inch thick,
the crank end to accommodate steel u"">,,,,-,,'u one on each side. These shims may be

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Oil RING SCRAPER RING

CYLINDER SLEEVE-- TIMING TAPE

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RING GEAR

FRONT AND INTERMEDIATE

MAIN SEARING
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:~_ _ (:O~INE1:TI~JG ROD SHIMS

PULLEY CRANKSHAFT
SET SCREW SLEEVE
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STARTING ~@
CRANK
JAW NUT :.
\dY~ RING SEAL
\ \~. TAPER SLEEVE
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PISTONS EXPLODED VIEW

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peeled apart for adjustment purposes, but if to ensure the installation of the flywheel in
such a procedure is undertaken, it will also the proper to the crankshaft. The
be necessary to remove equal amounts from front crankshaft blends into a finished
the bearing shell crush ends by filing, or shoulder surface to absorb thrust
ping on a surface plate. The upper and lower loads. This shoulder bears against the inner
halves of these bearings must not be inter- of the two bronze doweled in on each
changed; to do so will stop oil circulation to side of the front main The front exten-

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the piston and pin. Current engines have the sion of the crankshaft two mount-
same upper and lower rod bearing halves and surfaces to the crankshaft drive gear
do not use shims. and the fan The are a

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press retained a nut. The crank-
shaft locked forward whenever a new pul-
CRANKSHAFT
installed. Failure to do this could result
The Model 6-WAK crankshaft is 1"1'1'",.., ...... "',.. end

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ground from a heat-treated steel
all WAK models, crankcheeks are of massive
design to provide ruggedness for hard, contin-
uous service. The crankshaft has seven ~~"~~'.J The camshaft is a forging, with ground

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hardened main-bearing journals which run in cams and held within very close toler-
precision-type steel-backed, aluminum ances of dimension and
bearing shells. The upper and lower halves of hardened cams actuate each of the twelve cam
these bearings must not be interchanged. followers. worm gear located

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halves have a transverse slot on the outside; low- between the rearward intermediate and
er halves do not. Drilled passages, the rear drives the internal oil pump.
diagonally from the main-bearing The forward end of the camshaft is drilled and
through the crankcheeks, carry pressure oil to and for the retention of the cam-
the connecting-rod bearing areas. The rear drive gear and the governor drive gear. Thrust
extremity of the shaft has an integral mount- and end absorbed a thrust plate
ing flange for the flywheel. This is assembled behind the cam drive-gear.
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drilled and tapped for ten 1/2-20 A slot on the camshaft rear bearing
mounting bolts. The bolt hole opposite num- and a drilled hole in the front journal
ber-six crankpin is offset 16 inch in order control intermittent pressure to the over-
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IDLER GEAR CLAMP

IDLER GEAR SHIMS 1 IDLER SPINDlE

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TO ADJUST ROCKER ARM OIL

METERING SCREWS, FIRST
BOTTOM THE SCREWS AND
THEN BACK THEM OFF 1/4 TURN.
CURRENT PRODUCTION ENGINES
DO NOT UTIIJZE ROCKER ARM
OIL METERING SCREWS.

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head valve members. Four steel-backed babbitt and it out in a smooth flowing sheet for
bushings, doweled in the main crankcase. sup- contact with the aluminum wall surfaces. An
port the camshaft at each end and at two inter- above the deepest portion of the sump
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mediate pOints. Replacement of the gears in the any action to the forward end
cam drive or governor drive is not operating conditions.
recommended as a field
suction on the inlet side of the
Formerly these gears were a selective oil pressure pump, or the scavenger pump if
with size markings on them. A stand- draws the oil into the oil-level equalizer
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ard size is now used without size marks. cup and screen in the sump and conducts it to the
in extreme cases should a selective fit be nec- pressure pump inlet. Having entered the oil
essary. the oil is carried around the space between
the gear teeth and the pump walls by the mech-
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LUBRICATION SYSTEM anical action of the oil pump gears and is dis-
under pressure at the top of the pump.
The WAK Series uses a wet-sump, pressure
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lubrication system. With the of the The valve, or pressure-

incidental oil that normally remains in the relief valve as it is sometimes termed, is
filters, and passages, the entire oil ofthe located in the main oil header and prevents
engine collects in the sump. The rear excessive variations in oil pressure in the face
sump oil pan has been designed to receive the of many conditions -heat and cold, new parts
oil in such a manner as to minimize turbulence and worn parts, speed variations, and so on-

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under which an engine must operate. This valve

is a very effective, and simple, and its
proper adjustment is important to life.
For this reason, the set:ting is made
at the factory and it ordinarily will be unnec-
essary to make any adjustment for
of operation. In operation, the oil enters the

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pressure-relief valve body as a first
the main engine pressure passages. If excess
pressure, beyond that for which the

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has been adjusted, builds up for any reason,
the valve or piston moves away from its seat
and permits the pressure to relieve

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oil directly into the crankcase. The
quantity of oil that is held at the desired and
established pressure now enters the main oil
header which passes through a horizontal rib

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extending the length of the right side of the en-
gine. From this main header, drilled passages
extend through the crankcase webs to each of the
seven main bearings. One of these passages, at
the front of the crankcase, intersects a groove
around the idler-gear stub shaft on its way to
the front main bearing. A small
oil enters this hollow stub shaft and feeds
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of the

through to another groove in the bronze "'''"'''!-''''M:!.

supporting the idler gear. In addition to lubri-
cating the idler gear bushing, this oil is bled
through three small holes to the outside of the
un.r.,.,.~ OIL FILTER
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gear hub and then is thrown by centrifugal action After the front main bearing,
to the inner rim of the idler gear. A collector another of this oil is diverted and
groove in the rim retains a small amount of the passes the front camshaft .,,,,,,,u.U!;.
oil and again bleeds it outward two a hole drilled the cam-shaft bear-
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holes, this time to the gear teeth contact sur- indexes with a hole in the bushing
faces. twice each revolution in the manner of a simple
valve. Pressure oil through
and thus metered in accordance with
passes a drilled passage
the a mating
passage in the and emerges
and tube on the top surface of
head. The rube conducts this oil to
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rocker arm shaft where it is allowed to

bleed to individual rocker arms by
drilled outlets the shaft. Further lubrication
of the overhead mechanism is
bleed holes the rocker arms and
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allow oil to escape to a flat-

on of the rocker arms and flow
down onto the valve stems and rod sockets
before back to the sump. A similar
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intermittent lubrication lubricates the

head with the that the
passage in the camshaft is
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slot rather than a drilled hole.

of the oil fed to the front cam-

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gear-type, pressure
reserve capacity is used.
consists of a cast body unit and re-
cover, which act as a housing
oil pump gears. The oil-pump drive

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OIL PUMP
DRIVE HOUS1NG ____ ,
is and to the heat-treated
shaft which runs in replaceable bushings
and cover. The oil-pump idler

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gear, like the drive has replaceable bush-
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cover to body seal is
effected a paper ofO.010-inchthickness.
Substitution of thinner or thicker gasket mater-

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ials disturb the end-clearance relationship
gears. internal scavenger pump,
on some is located just above
Oil PUMP
the main gears and is driven by the same
drive gear on the cam shaft. This pump

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maintain the oil at the proper tempera-

under all operating conditions,
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BUSHING
6-W AI( is equipped with an oil
PUMP COVER
this radiator-like
cooler a number of passages
which the oil flows under pressure. Cool-
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water the passages provides a

OIL EXPLODED VlEW

behind the camshaft and the

mounting for the governor drive into a
mating hole in the governor HUU."'~H!:'.
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A major portion of the oil conducted

to the front main bearing enters a drilled passage
leading from the front main
diagonally to the of number one con-
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necting rod. Part of this oil lubricates the con-

necting rod bearing and escapes to the
walls and adjacent areas spray. Another por-
tion of it, however, passes into a groove behind
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the connecting rod bearing shell and into a rifle-

drilled passage leading up the rod to
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The oil is full-flow.

this system all oil in the pressure
go through the filter element or
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heat-exchange medium and stabilizes the tem- enters the water pump inlet on the lower right
perature of the engine oil. Under conditions of side of the The pump causes
unusually high oil viscosity, such as occur on this of cool water into and through
starting, a by-pass valve allows the thick oil to the oil cooler and then that leads
flow around the cooler core and directly into the into the jacket. The
engine. An air vent from the oil cooler to water enters the in the area ofthe
the engine water jacket prevents air and sleeve lower ends. From here the water flow

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excessive oil temperature. is directed about the sleeves in an even
manner until it passes from the crank-
case and into the cored passages in the cylinder

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COOLING SYSTEM heads. These passages are designed to
allow water access to all areas around
The cooling system used on the WAK Series the valves. A manifold collects the water from
is of the pressure circulating type and may the heads the side of the engine

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employ a variety of external cooling devices and directs the radiator or other cooling
such as radiators, cooling towers, heat ex- device. Thermostats at the forward end of the
changers, and so on. In all cases, the water water manifold control the exit of

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FILL ~~D_~~E~ BEARING

WATER
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of the type of cooling system ~-'.''''4'_J
SEAL TYPE

the water. Back pressure at the water outlet must

not exceed 2 pounds per square inch on the pump
grease
seals at two points
water seepage. A
grease to the water-pump
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pass line from the thermostats leads
down the right side of the and returns the
water to the pump inlet for recirculation under
cold water conditions. When the is warmed
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up and operating normally, the entire flow passes The intake manifolds used on the WAK
out of the engine for cooling unless series are selected to the engine ap-
are marginal, in which case occasional may be of the water-heated type
passing will occur. When the Model ICK gaso- or the conventional cold type for
line starting engine is used, external lines in either case or down-
couple the starting engine with
the main engine passages.
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WATER PUMP
GOVERNOR
The water pump used on the W.'\K Series DRIVE
is an externally mounted unit driven GEAR
by a positive gear train from the crankshaft.
The pump itself is a vaned press fitted
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on a hardened and the

chamber formed between the cast
body and the water-pump cover. A third member
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of the unit is an iron casting that acts as a car-

rier for the water-pump ball and serves
as a mounting surface when the pump is in-
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stalled on the engine. The shaft runs

in a grease-lubricated located
behind the impeller, and is at the
drive end by the ball bearing into the
carrier. This bearing is located just behind the
drive gear. An oil retainer, also into
the bearing carrier, prevents engine oil from
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EXHAUST MANIFOLDS

As with the intake manifolds, exhaust mani-

tolda a.re suited to th€ eng-ine instaHaHou. Pro-
Visions are made for various combinations to
permit exhaust gas to exit at center or rear of
the manilofu; and in some cases inan
downward direction. Installations where

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exhaust manifold temperatures might create a
fire hazard or make for operator discomfort
may be equipped with water-cooled manifolds.

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When designing systems to conduct exhaust
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should be minimized and back pressure held
one-half pound per square inch maximum. For
high speed operation with a muffler, one
per square inch is permissible.

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IGNITION SYSTEMS TYPICAL HIGH TENSION MAGNETO

Smooth combustion requires positive to continuously, the

in the cylinders at finely defined intervals. This fire hazard from combustible

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function is performed on the WAK vapors, installation factors
a magneto or distributor. Magneto on vertical or horizontal
engines employ either a high-tension or low- advance and
tension magneto system depending upon the en-
gine service involved. Magnetos are mounted side red when units or
to the rear of and driven by the water pump
through shaft. The distributor is usually mounted
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on the left front side of the crankcase and is is built into the magneto
driven by a spiral gear mating with a similar to assure
distributor drive gear on the camshaft. attains a speed
the coupling will
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In both theory and service practice there is and act as a positive

little difference between a magneto and a dis- k5J.uc.!,uJ.J. to the normal spark
tributor. Whereas a distributor depends upon a advance.
generator and storage battery for its
current, the magneto uses a primary current
generated within itself by rotation of u,",rUJ.a.'H"'ll
magnets between the pole shoes. available as op-
and distribute low
A new breakerless distributor ignition low tension cables to
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is receiving some usage in certain engine ap- located to each

plications requiring long periods of unattended The current is up to high
service. The distributor used in this system the individual coils and is then con-
does not have contact breaker points or auto- ducted to the by a short length of
matic advance device. Since the only tension cable at the proper interval
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part in this system is the distributor of the

trigger wheel shaft assembly, longer
operation are possible. The system differs from
in use employs an external electrical power tension in several ways.
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source of 100 to 125 volts AC at 50-60 the low tension system confines the
necessary to fire the
High-Tension Magneto Ig nition small of the
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deterioration of
Magneto equipped engines in this series em- wires and loss of current is minimized.
ploy d. high-tension magneto in the variant re-
quired fOl the service involved. Here, the The low tension system is less affected by
variable factors include the speed at which the since the short high tension lead

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is directly vulnerable. The used

in this magneto has only a wind-
ing. The pivotless contact breaker is connected
in series with the coil in the circuit.
The condenser is connected across the breaker
points.

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The small distributor gear, located the
rotating magnet shaft, drives the distribu-
tor gear and distributor cam. The ratio between

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these gears is such that the low tension current
is distributed by a group of one for
each cylinder, about the distributor
cam shaft. The individual tension

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for each spark plug, are enclosed in UVU.:>,lUF;
protecting them from moisture and vibration.
The cartridge type condenser is located inside

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the magneto housing.

Distributor

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is obtained by the
mechanism that
spark as engine
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the distributor functions in much the same way
as the magneto. The retarded
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BreaKerless Distributor

The Bendix breakerless TYPICAL IGNITION DISTRIBUTOR

rently used consists of three
tributor with a magnetic a series ets and venturis according to the
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distributor rotor and a standard distributor cap; and load of the This process is
(2) a control unit which an energy carried out in three idling, part load,
storing circuit, a control and a trans- and with each involving a par-
former coil; (3) a lead to connect ticular combination of the carburetor system.
the distributor and control unit. Metal vanes
mounted on the distributor shaft move the is obtained through a
end of a magnet in the coil in the and air bleed past the throttle
distributor, in passing,
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fuel of the nor-

flux through the coiL This of the carburetor. When
duces an electrical pulse in the coil which is under part load, econ-
transmitted through the lead to the control is desirable and is obtained
releasing the energy stored t.'1ere. out provision that sup-
The output of the control unit fuel to carry the load at the
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the primary of the ignition economical fuel and air mixture. With
of the control unit wide open, maximum power is the
of current through the coil concern. and the out system
high voltage current in the
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becomes ineffective so the fuel and air mixture

duces a spark across the spark gap. The becomes rich for maximum power.
trigger circuits become noncon-
ductive and the whole cycle at as fast a extra amount of fuel needed for quick
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rate as required for \::ll.le..l.1.''''' acceleration necessary when load is suddenly

the by an accel-
GASOLINE CARBURETION accelerating jet sys-
tem. provision the engine would
In the gasoline carburetor the functions of after the throttles opened
metering and vaporization of fuel are accom- a mixture to "pick up" the load
plished through a float valve and an intricate

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FUEL

GAS CARBURETION

Operation of the engine on gaseous fuels

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requires the use of a gas carburetor, fuel line
nor which

A vacuum
manifold vacuum and
and also
from overspeeding.
which works off intake
reflects load con-
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regulators, and fuel filter. is used in combination with the mech-
anical governor in requiring closer
The gas mixer, or carburetor, consists of a and load An optional
simple jet, a throttle valve and special governor, the Woodward Model
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system passages and venturi to in is used of the mechanical gover-

conjunction with the carburetor regulator. Some certain close applications.
models of gas carburetors with air shutter
choke are provided with an economizer action
that permit part load operation with economical
mixtures and enrich the mixture for maximum The mechanical governors used on the WAK
power when necessary. of the familiar centrifugal
driven from the
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When liquified petroleum gases such to variations in

as butane or propane are used, the fuel sys- inward or outward from
tem will include a butane filter, butane regu- the governor shaft. This movement is trans-
lating unit, either a gas or gas-gasoline car- mitted to the governor shifter lever
buretor and a heat exchanger to the a on the governor
shaft. From the shifter lever the movement is
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fuel.
carried to the valve between the intake
The butane regulating unit reduces the manifold and the carburetor a series of
incoming fuel pressure to that required the For as the tends to
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carburetor and converts LPG fuel from a slow down the weights
liquid state under tank pressure into a move inward the reduced centrifugal
gaseous fuel slightly below atmospheric pres- force. system, this weight
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sure. This is achieved by heating the fuel with movement causes the valve to open and
hot water drawn from the engine cooling ""'7"'";-'",""" admit more fuel and air to the thus re-
loaded
GOVERNORS
The governor also acts as a protective device
The standard Waukesha WAK engine is fur- to from overspeeding.
nished with a centrifugal type mechanical gover- increases towards that speed

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established as the move Governor

outward under the increased force.
This movement is PSG governor is a hydraulic speed gov-
spring. When the force ernor with buffer compensation. It is nor-
is balanced the tension the , . .",tt".,..i'hr that is if the engine is not
linkage stabilizes. At this the a..l!lounts of overloaded it maintains the same speed regard-
fuel and air the are held to those less at the time load
needed for the selected maximum and '-'U<l.lll",C occurs.

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mOre.
lubricating oil or
From the above paragraph, it can be seen that sump furnished by

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the maximum of the is manufacturer. If the latter is used,
the tension of the spring. An increase in should not exceed 12 inches and a foot valve
tension increases the maximum crn,,,,,,,rni,,,rl be furnished.

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tension decreases
be equipped with
device to prevent runaway
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Because to have such seri- any failure which may render the

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ous effects upon engine
mended that the rated
engine not be exceeded. is to the governor oil pump where
advantage seems its pressure is boosted to 175 psi above inlet
speed, the Engineering pressure. Four check valves (two of which are

before changes are made.

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KESHA ENGINE DIVISION should be consulted

Also, since the speed of response to

desired speed drop under
differ depending on the
and so on,
circumstances, it is re,co:mrnenCleCl The
are used to rotation of the gav-
in either direction. Relief val ve discharge
so unused oil is recirculated

under pressure is carried

which is a three-
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governing
assistance of the to connect the area
WAUKESHA ENGINE governor power piston to the pressure
certain minor signal or to dis-
to adapt this The governor flyweights
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are carried on in the rotating bushing

forms both the outer member of the valve
and the drive shaft. The flyweights act upon a
attached to the pilot valve plunger
force is translated to axial
toes and opposed by the
spring compression,
at which the governor
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must run order that the flyweight force will

balance that of the is adjusted by the
of the lever.

The isochronous feature of this governor is

the use of a compensating sys-
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tem which establishes temporary speed droop

and then tttis droop so that
is constant under steady state con-
of load. This compensating
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consists of a buffer piston floating be-

tween two to establish a pressure differ-
as oil flows to or from a section of the
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power with a compensating

land on the valve plunger across which
this differential pressure is applied, and a
which the pressure differ-
WOODWARD PSG GOVERNOR

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Upon a reduction in engine speed from its set WH,tAl'''''''. and circuits similar to auto-

value, the speeder spring force overcomes the motive installations. is accomplished
reduced centrifugal force of the and a circuit from battery to starter
the pilot valve plunger moves dO"Wnward in its instrument switch that actuates
bore. This movement uncovers the at the switch. Positive engagement of
lower end of the plunger, permitting oil under commences is accom-
pressure to enter the passage to the motor solenoid. After
power cylinder. The power piston has two con- and the the

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centric areas, both of which are exposed to the the
control oil metered by the pilot the lower control the
smaller diameter being acted upon and the system from

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Ul'JU't:L

the upper annulus being connected the reverse currents and excessive rates.
bore in the power piston in which the buffer
piston is carried. Flow of the oil into the power

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cylinder forces the power piston up the
return spring (not sho"Wn in and some
of the oil displaces the buffer piston to force
oil into the upper annulus. This flow into the vided for units

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upper annulus establishes a pressure differen- that
tial across the buffer piston, which is trans-
mitted to the spaces above and below the com-
pensating land on the pilot valve
pressure on the lower side of this land acts
the direction to supplement the flyweight
causing closure of the valve before

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speed has been regained. As oil leaks across
the needle valve this false speed signal is dis-
sipated and the buffer piston recenters in its
bore with engine speed returning to normaL and
O-n<'T'",,,,,

a crankcase which
are insured.

is built up of a four-cylin-
valves and a cast
the crankshaft
and miscellaneous oil pan and
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crankshaft is by two
Action under the influence of an is one at each
similar but in the reverse direction. Increased are entirely
centrifugal force of the flyweights, due to in- conventional with the that the cooling-
creased speed, overcomes the speeder is a branch of the main engine
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force and lifts the pilot valve plunger. Those involving the start-
movement of the pilot valve plunger opens the enl?;ll1le that are of rrn"lrl1M""'n(>Q to the operator
regulating port to drain and permits the power are treated in their "r"""""'(''I', locations.
piston to be forced in the reduced fuel direction
by the return spring. At the same flow of
oil out of the annular space between the two
diameters of the power piston, uncenters the
buffer piston in the dov,tIlward direction. Pres-
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sure difference thus created across the buffer located near a convenient source of
piston, acting on the compensating land, recen- air or near a gas of suffi-
ters the pilot valve plunger. As oil leaks across cient pressure may utilize Ingersol-Rand Air
the needle valve this pressure difference is dis- Driven Motors. of gas or air
sipated and return of speed to normal motor strikes the vanes a
the flyweight force back to normal. revolve. The rotor shaft rides in
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and to a Bendix
Sf ARTING SYSTEM starter device which is AH<LU""'L~";Y
rotation is sufficient engine.
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The starter mechanism used for these en-

gines is either electric starting, a starter
engine, or an air motor starter. When natural gas is used for starting
the air the exhaust and breather
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Electric Starting should be connected and to a safe

distance from the The motor should also
The electric starting system consists of a be checked for gas at all
heavy-duty starter and generator and regulating and seals are used.

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service only. 'These

excessive heat,

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warranty is
parts that
workmanship clean and ready

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Waukesha
points with a

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with solvent to
lubricants.

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lubricate. Wherever possible,
of lubricant are

name.

All Waukesha industrial

to be in
"A" or "B"
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is 8 (30.25litres).
Waukesha fun-flow filter is used 3-1/2
required. If
lubricated
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engines thru inches should be
Class B, engines above 1000 determined the correct amount added.
Htres). All Waukesha WAK",u:F.u"<o,,, with a full-flow type oil filter
Class B, that is over 1000 cubic LU'"U<'''' ~~'''''U''b the filter is
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<::Hi;;HJlt: will be starved for

displacement.

"",~,.uu.;:; the the engine 10

or 15 minutes without load. the engine down
determine if any, additional oil is
to "full" on the dipstick.
amount required for
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OILS

Synthetic
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by Waukesha
experience with them.

Lubrication and recommended

lubricants are as listed. The intervals are

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engine load, temperature, fuel q however,

atmospheric dirt, moisture and maintenance. <oo.',-",,;:ou.,these oils
Where oil performance suspended
anticipated, the oil supplier of time.
For F1197G series engines, "dump
intervals for engines receiving attention
maintenance are as follows: establishing

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with gaseous

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Actual oil change intervals sulfide or
determined by analysis.

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Every 720 hours for continuous
at continuous duty rating.
with oil header temperature of 195 0

C
or below.

NOTE

Continuous duty is defined as

24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
duty rating is the
Power Rating Chart.
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Every 500 hours for engines operated in excess
of continuous duty rating, any
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operated with coolant temperature pressure appear,
F. (93 0 C.), for engines with ebullient ~~''4U''''' of the screen mesh strainer
system, and for engines in service. * oil sump. To remove any
gum from the
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Every 720 hours for engines it is recommended that screen be

consistently at 25% or less of continuous in a solvent. should
rating. See "Light Load Operation" in this continue of permits
section. easy

The use of some types of oil, as well as (often

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dusty environment, marg determined with

installation, internal engine normal loaded
and/or operating the engine with 30 oiL
malfunctioning carburetion
may require more frequent oil changes.
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We suggest the lubricating

monitored with a good oil
program. Contact your local Waukesha
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Distributor for periodic en ne

maintenance. accuracy.
with the chart
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*If stand-by service is less than 500 hours ~"",,)~l'Tv will be found in
annually, change oil annually.

Extended oil change intervals should

with caution on any engine using
dispersant oils. The dispersants function

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= of oil used
Header x total hours

195 - 230° F
(90 - 110°

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160 - 195° F. an oil must be
(71 - 90 0

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Class B

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oils are recommended' by

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Division for Class B engines.
deteriorate in continuous service,
GREASING oil to revert to its original low
In the oil may not supply

system. , grease ER
Every effort has been made to make the
Series "clean" engines
beyond the automatic functions
little

have
been reduced to a single grease cup on the water
pump for which ball grease must used
film and/ or oil pressure.
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as indicated on those
with a fan, it will
plug from the
annually, install a grease
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apply a good lithium soap type grease

selected for baH

BREAK-IN

New or overhauled engines possibility, the

break-in run. All new change periods
receive a break-in run before for oil change.
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Waukesha. This operation can be

the lube oil specified above. After shows evidence of sludge formation or
approximately 30 minutes, rrH")rr,njO'r filter it should be changed
and unload cycle. filter elements as well. Also a check should
half load. maximum full load). see that the oil and water temperatures
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the desired range.

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fun flow filter elements,

the filter. Be sure that all
installed between the
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OIL

Acceptable oil consumption

0.0005 to 0.004 pounds per
figure use- filter elements are of a

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patented. type and are designed to

self-adjust the pressure .,'""1-1-.., ....
for a full stream of
without opening by-passes.

The two different

series rather than in parallel.

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accomplished at
characteristics ofthe constant over a
long period of service. This reduces

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of operating with a partially open
because of pressure drop across
from inadequate filter maintenance. The

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valve now provided, IS
positioned to avoid under such the pressure
conditions and will, course, open necessary.

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We are not aware that any
element, other than the genuine Oil pressure fluctuations may sometimes be
provide the "controlled pressure" in caused erratic of the pressure relief
system. It is urged that no chance of ~~'... ~,"" valve. occurs, it is recommended that the
these engines be risked through an ~~·"~~U'"
any except genuine filter elements.

Technical Data

Selection of the correct

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valve
It is then
itself
screw and the
to check the
freedom of
or other
or dogged
cases,
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important and the following IS passages
provided to avoid confusion. If burring or
it may be
Element No. 167602B. density surface carefully
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element. Used in dual element filters 167601. oil.

Element No. 167602C.

element. Used when
involved. Same application as indicated for maintenance ",,,.,... ,,e,," at the
number 167602B. intervals:

Install new elements over center tubes,

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arrow on element toward bottom.

the crankcase breather.
For filter No. 172384-C (single element use
element No. 172607. oil pressure
shutdown).
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OIL PRESSURE CONTROL

air actuator
Under all normal operating the Use a hand grease gun and soap grease.
high-capacity pumps used on the WAK Series
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maintain the oil pressure within the 3

limits of 45 ± 51bs. A cold engine, or
cold oil to the crankcase of a warm crankcase pressure. It should o to 1
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cause high oil pressure the oil pressure,

stabilizes in the proper range. A warm
normally carry a low oil pressure at idle HTC""j-C'''' gas, remove carburetor
and no alarm should be felt wash it in water and
circumstances if it does not fall below 15 UV'UH''''-'''.
Moreover, the oil pressure gauge of an

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6 out by several
vuuu.'-'u.~"'v.
that cleaning take
Lubricate removing the
motor of the of the tube
Gulfcrest A or air through the
oil cup. action that

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Cleaning fluids
removal range from benzol, or
to more complex industrial

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and utilizing carbon
Remove cap tetrachloride or some of the excellent industrial
assemblies. doing such

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Reassemble. that most cleaning
speed oil varnish are
lower or toxic and may be
Hold cap and respiratory passages.

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ven tila tion and fire-
prl)tectlon measures are essential in most cases.
for removal will vary
Check to the equipment at hand.

Check

Check ER should
best allow a soaking period
cooler core unit is submerged in
cleaner loosened the
about 15 minutes, a
to force the cleaner
the core passages. This
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Inspect center main one ~VU"',"'v"U"S continue for minutes. When
rod bearing for excessive wear and/or U«.'U""'Fi material appears to be removed, drain
core, then test it in a clean solvent
for traces of deposits still remaining.
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of the oil cooler unit is the reverse of

precautions with
and to ensure that no

mounted with gear

No 44; put grease
recommended that standby units be
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MAINTENANCE exercised once each week with normal load. When

must be exercised without load, or in
we recommend
this exercise to once every 2
once in every 3-month period the
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unit and the attached

etc.) should be exercised
pe:rfo,rrrlarlce of the system
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run at 25% or

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.l.. coolant temperature at
l'\",t·"7£',o,., 1800 to 190 0 F. (82 0 to 88 0 C.).

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2. Check air cleaner

replace as required.

3. At 50 operating-hour intervals, run

50(P(, load or better to clean
components.

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4. Our experience indicates
gas engines will have more stable

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when equipped with single
plugs. However, for
engines, we recommend the use of

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electrode spark plugs as they
performance and longer service
filters are an on Fl197G

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5. Inspection and overhaul of heads elements are removable and
should be updated to allow for a 25% reduction
in hours between servicings.
process to make
6. Change lube oil every 720 hours natural is not damaged. It is

duty operation).

Non
When applicable, we recommend
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gas and LPG engines (same as for continuous the paper element for
that would dirt to pass
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fewer engines per site to increase the load Air filter elements
on each engine. when the air filter restriction
indicator
AIR CLEANERS
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Although various types of engine

will have differences in air-cleaner The aIr cleaner condition indicator
arrangements it is important for the communicates with the intake
appreciate that the common purpose of all air- manifold and is
cleaners is to collect dirt and grit and so
of the engine working parts. As a
cleaner units must themselves be
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sometimes several times each day if

conditions are particularly bad. Glass
those cleaners employing glass-jar
should be emptied whenever they
full. Do not oil the jar interiors. Most modern restrictor
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cleaners are of the so-called oil-bath

principle, the intake air passes over a of As dirt air gradually
located at the bottom of the filter shell. Some ofthe the condition indicator
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dust particles are simply caught by the oil and which is pre-set for a maximum restriction.
settle at the bottom of the pool; other rises within the gauge. When maximum
adhere to the oil vapor and droplets that leave the restriction 11" the locks into full
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surface of the oil pool. The latter are the need for the air
from entering the engine by a wire-screen element. After reset indicator by

To clean filters of the type described above, flush

out the oil in the lower part whenever an obvious
accumulation of sediment, or thickening oil.

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may be used as a

Unless the
Freezing Points

of. o C.

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37% 20 -7
10 -12
33% 7m(, 0 -18

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81% -10 -23
Replace 92% -20 -29
element if paper is torn or otherwise 48% -30 -35

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UGtHli.:l.J;;;':::U.

Some air water alone, add one

on the cup assembly. of coolant in

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operate if the
water after it
Keep the element bolt temperatures for
of time. This even when warm

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50 to 70 inch
is because the water in the radiator and
passages cools is likely to freeze
paper the started. Hit is planned to
excessive dust. at the next
away to avoid mix the proper proportion of
anti-freeze and water before filling the
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in a lukewarm,
15 minutes. Using clean water, rinse water alone is to be used, then be sure
remwe~l~~s~ a~
water fill the entire system is
between the paper Never use engine; and add
oils or gasoline to clean an element. can occur. This
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course, that the water be

No more than six when the engine is shut

Shake excess water from

compressed air on a wet element. additions of anti-freeze will be required
thoroughly in a dust free area for Use a hydrometer
down. ensure the anti-freeze
valueu at its proper strength.
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Wrap the dry in paper for

It is recommended that a y
reconditioned be
inserting a
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bright spot of light the

suitable for service and should it must be remembered that if
is to with the thermostats
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AND - and this is not recommended except in

case of emergency must be made to
Check coolant the passage or else water will
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the bare WAK Series recirculate without passing through

(45.5 litres) of water other external cooling system. Also
radiators or other means will be required to
freeze compounds on a percentage basis maintain the at the desired level.
remember to include the volume of the
radiator or other external parts of the

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Thermostat A"''''AU''' the

Ordinarily thermostats
replacement in the They
annually, however, and are

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removing the thermostat pump turn grease
end of the water UUUU.LV''V<

accomplish this are

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pass line elbow, the water outlet connection
and the cap screws securing the HVU"H.H
manifold. Thermostats damaged corrosion or maintenance work encountered
other causes are not and must be

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fans be the
replaced. a blade damaged in
offan belts. In
Thermostat case it is important to

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remember inaccurate blade can
Thermostats should be tested in hot water for cause considerable and vibration as
proper opening. A bucket or other container well and wear.
should be filled with sufficient water to cover the should be examined for security

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thermostats and a and cracks in the
thermometer suspended in water so that Refer 0 the SAFETY
sensitive bulb portion does not rest on the in the front of manual for
bucket bottom or side. A stove or torch is used to further recommendations
bring the water to a heat range of 160° F. while the
thermostat is submerged in the water. Stir the Fan
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water for even heating. As the
the 160°-165° F. range, the thermostat start replacement
to open and should be completely open when the insurance damaged
temperature has risen to 185 0 190 0 F. the radiators and shut downs. Provision
thermostat into the colder of the has been made to reduce the between the
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surrounding air should cause a fan and on the engine and

closing action and the unit should close this used to install the belt.
within a short time. Both thermostats must be over the while it
tested in this way. Two thermostats are used in is almost certain to damage the
order to ensure adequate reserve for
heavy operation and to pass large of
cooling water. Use care to seat the To install should be
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squarely and concentrically to avoid interference uu;;,c-'Cu at same follow the procedure
with the thermostatic action.

Cleaning the ,-,,,",,",u.u fan-hub nut located UC~Ull.u the fan-

"" ...,""".,...;. bracket.
When clean, soft water is used as a coolant, and
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when the proper inhibitors and anti-freeeze 2. nut on

solutions are used, radiator and cooling passage and lower the fan and
accumulations will not be excessive. the belt tension is completely
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each year, however, the will old belts can be free.

cooling system is cleaned of and sediment.
3. and take up
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It is recognized that a number of excellent on the nut until the belts show some
commercial cooling system cleaners are available. tension are not
WAUKESHA ENGINE DIVISION movement with
however, that an operator considering the use of about one-half an
such a cleaner first investigate its
reaction with the copper and bronze 4. nut.

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Compressor Drives
wear
Many installations can be
drive to drive an
arrangemen t is
drawings obtainable or if the operating
ENGINE the

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a length
Greasing clutch

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On those
necessary to remove the screw
hub every 2000 hours or auuu.GUl'.Y

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fitting temporarily, cover.
lithium soap type grease
applications. pin

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3. out and turn adjusting
the lever
effort engage.

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the nearest notch.
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When lubricating fan hubs in the
include two pipe plugs, rotate the
plugs are horizontal. remove both
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install a grease fitting '<>Tnn,o...,.",

pipe plug openings, and
to maintain one-half
begins to come out of the vent VIJ'c.u"u,;
the hub has received sufficient lubricant. Remove
the grease fitting and the two

In order to simplify
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plug fan hubs, we

second pipe plug hole opposite the
plug hole. The second pipe acts as a vent
and prevents bearing seal ~U."uU'5
grease pressure. To add the "'''''-.vu.u
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we suggest that the hub and U<;':;U".HE,'"

disassembled at the time of
whenever convenient. The
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introducing metal chips into the

makes it undesirable to
without disassembly.
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several
CLUTCH TAKE-OFF are worn
wear may occur to
The clutch and power on with the
equipped, is a heavy duty friction disc and the friction
unit capable of withstanding continuous service

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Lubricate power take-off

instructions of their manufacturers. a
grade of grease to the pilot bearing with a pressure
gun capable offorcing
hollow shaft and into
however, that these
installation at

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filled when installed m
quantities of grease are not

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AIR STARTER

Check the oil level starting the air

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by opening the oil level in the motor uv","""u and
cover. The oil level should be checked
oil added as required to fill the oil ..."",,,,,,.,,£),

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systems equipped with line lubricators, and commutator require
the proper oil level as marked on the "Lubricator" other repairs and
bowl. Use SAE lOW 32° F. 2 >'O"'''''''''orl to a

diesel oil below 32° F. the necessary tools and

The drain plug below the oil level

removed occasionally to

oil and after the motor has been idle

to permit the oil water to
any
condensate in the bottom of the UVU01UF;
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drain off. This should be done before o.U.UJ..u,o; level maintain
even with the lead plates.
at this time
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in detecting
Once every three months, or as iJ",'.cUJ'l.. gravity of

dictates, remove the pipe plug from the gear case within
and insert a grease fitting to apply a a wen
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No.2 cup grease. Two or strokes a 1.250 indicate

grease gun are sufficient for gear case. Do not commercial while
pack the gear case full. below 1.250 call for
of the electrical system.
Whenever the air starting motor is removed """',"ClT" that appear on the cables may be
from the engine, unscrew the bushing oiler at a"'J.uu.i5 with a weak soda and
the end of the drive housing saturate the felt water solution or household ammonia. A vasoline
bushing oiler with SAE 20 motor nl"'::.v~'nt the
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Do not adjust the built-in lubricator

starter exhaust is either oil-free or contains an
excessive amount of oil. Turn either or of the
oiler adjusting screws in to decrease the oil every 500
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back them out to increase the oil flow. Both of the h"""'.,.,,... ...",, every 6 months.
oiler adjusting screws are located in the often if it is used
cover. They are either both accessible of
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air inlet or one oiler adjusting screw is

behind the air inlet (this has a locking screw on
of the adjusting screw) and the
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adjusting screw is accessible

the housing cover. and starter
commutator and brushes for indications of
Adjust line lubricator to provide a vapor excessive wear. A tan commutator that is
at the starter exhaust. smooth and condition and will not

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Continue this
free from dirt
any more stock

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The mica

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segments
commutator or porous
dressings of commutator the mica is of the ignition

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copper, remove the unit and refer
shop for
must be corrected use new gaskets.

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undercutting the mica. is necessary for
I,..UaH.H.J<;;.l. and transferring

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clean in or solvent

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found useful
Replace the brushes when worn to one half system. DO
their original New brushes should THEY ARE
to the commutator of
sandpaper, abrasive
the brush and ,,"'''CAU.l,,"!;

end commutator.
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Alternators are now as service
replacemen ts for some Alternators
have sealed bearings that do not
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Do not attempt
regulator or
competent service man and
Generator
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case early
tampering
adjustment

Spark
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Misfiring or ragged
spark plugs caused
burning ofthe
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inspected, and the gaps vH''''-''''''''"

every 250 hours of
and regap plugs after 250
engine idles for
500 hours. Check for correct
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entire set of plugs every 500

for cracked
Deposits on the electrodes and
removed by commercial abrasive cleaners.
Scraping the insulator is not recommended since
the resulting scratches increase the of

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Lead Wires -
insulation without
contamination. Terminals at
firmly on clean, contacts.

Distributor
exterior, and

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powdered metal, paint, or
corrosion from terminal sockets.
chart and another chart

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clearance
Distributor Rotor - for
seating, shiny center contact, arm contact
eroded short. nor cap contact

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The low-tension circuit of an
Distributor Shaft - Refill at oil from the
engine oil every 1000 test the breaker

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breaker cam for wobble from excessive of the distributor.
clearance. The condenser is connected across the breaker
side of the condenser is connected
wire connection; the
Breaker Points - point every 500
to the distributor body.

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hours. Check for wear on fiber cam in the center of the
secure mounting; tight, the breaker to close
tension wire; correct spring breaker tension (19-23 circuit is the cam
ounces); point contacts and not and breaker
excessively pitted; point movement 0.018" . switch timed to pass current through
0.020" (.46 - .50 mm) for 0.016" the coil six times for every two revo-
0.018" (.41 - .45 mm) for magnetos. crankshafL
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Condenser - Every 500 hours, check for secure cam forces the breaker pOints apart,
ground to breaker case, from oil and current flow the coil is in-
grease. wire connection solid. new condenser is this interruption in
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if in doubt. that induces the secondary

secondary winding ofthe
coiL An of the induction principle
Breaker Housing - Check for interior
be found in the of electrical
freedom from oil and grease, free movement manufacturers. From the standpoint
centrifugal advance system looseness or it is necessary to be
slack in parts. Observe operation of vacuum load units are in good
retard. and accurately
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Coil - If a coil is suspected to be test

replacing with one known to be The current induced
another circuit of the
Breaker Cam Wick - For magneto, lubricate distributor cap at the
SAE 50 or 60 oil approximately every 500 hours of center the current passes through the car-
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operation. For distributor, 3 to 4 drops of bon button at the center of the cap interior and
engine oil every 500 hours. Do not over lubricate as into the distributor rotor. The distri-
excess oil is apt to cause contact to contact is held against the
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pressure. The distri-

butor rotor passes turn each of the six
Timing - Check every 500 Use to the The posi-
simple light circuit across an electrode
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correct pain t opening with occurs at the same time the breaker pOints
Centrifugal advance compensates for separate to cause a voltage discharge
speed timing. the Consequently,
current jumps from the rotor
electrode and into the lead

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engine wires use abrasive cloth or paper regardless of
leading to the abrasive material is. A file is equally
lead the successive to continued point
der. the proper maybeob-
number one wire
the distributor cap to which

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when number one is an accurate method of
sian stroke. The next wire go when there are some
five cylinder, the next to number three

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and so on in order -5-3
Distributor Ignition and the most accurate, is
indicator. the gauge is

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OVJ•.l.UJ'.Y C,1d.1Uj,J'tU to the distributor body in what-
The steps in
shown in the convenient. The gauge tip is
cannot be accom]pnsnea ",;:"",-"""" the movable breaker
are contact surface and the

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clearances may be set read zero with the fibre bumper
installed in the some cases, of the cam and the points closed.
it will be found much more convenient to remove the distributor cam, with the
the capscrew the collar and the distributor is or with the
bench the exact point

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carefully lift the the
thousandths is read on the dial indi-
engine for
method also reveal worn cams
avoids
shafts that are loose in the bush-
culties in
wiH be erratic.
bring the
in the conventional man-
block. eccentric screw holding the
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Distributor do not have to the fixed
free of pits and grey oxide for "''''-'.''''''''''-\..
formance. Excessive
clearance is accurately
sharp
should be turned to firing
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points.
the compreSSion stroke
This may be determined by
the correct on the fly-
the center of the hole in the
or the timing painter
gear cover with the notch on the crank-
the same time make sure that
are closed,
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or remove number one and feel the

the thumb.
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wire ter-
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grease were to the right

them that way if possible.
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distributor drive strikes its mating

may be necessary to rotate the shaft
the rotor back and forth until
au,;:,""u."u, is felt and the distributor
and tighten the cap
STEPS IN IGNITION U",,'_HlO"lH arm to the

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boss with the cap screw in the apprlQx:lmate lubrication of the

ter of the slot. The screw and nut uv.!.ucu~
split clamp collar on the distributor
now be loosened just to
rotation of the distributor body for final
ment.

The exact timing of the when unusual

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actual breaking of electrical contact across the conditions are ex-
points. Hence, checking for the oil when the plug is
chanical separation with feeler there should be a

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phane, and so on is apt to be 1l1jl>:>.i.~a.'..U.LJl!=; hole when the
ing on the condition of the "'~_...._ with a sealing
the operator. To assure accurate ~.!..I.l,u.'Le;

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up a simple light circuit I,;UJl1;::)J.>:>'-JLHl",
motive light bulb with soldered-on add a
lCi:aH.Hl.

socket with lead wires attached. Or center of the if the

one lead to the ungrounded side of the cam wick appears to be dried out. Inadequate

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battery, and attach the other lead to the lubrication is shown excessive wear of the
ary wire connection at the side of the distributor. breaker fibre and traces of the fibre
cam surface. oil is
Note: If using a 6-volt bulb and a 12-volt start- of the carbon streaks

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ing battery, use only half of the dirty
by clipping the wire to one of the inter-cell 500 hours put
straps midwayan the oil on the breaker lever
the felt wick under the
With the above if the bulb is lit rotor.
the points are closed and the distributor should
be shifted slightly to determine the of open-
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ing where the light goes out. The distributor
clamp may now be tightened and the
turned backwards about a quarter of a revolu-
tion and then brought forward towards the U.u:llLll;;
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mark on the flywheel as before. The

should just go out as the correct degree
on the flywheel centers in
flywheel housing opening. consists of the following
a control unit which provides
Since the engine is set for number one a control circuit,
der firing, install the distributor cap and start a distributor which
installing the spark plug wires with number one
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in the hole to which the rotor points and

clockwise around the cap. con-
distributor.
It is best to install a wire at the
and then without installing any more follow for which this
cuo.un:,,,, is designed
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that wire and secure it to the proper Natural or LP gas and are
in firing order. Take each in turn to avoid and residential air
confusion. and heat pumps.
The Breakerless ~T~+'~~ from
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Once the timing is set for the an external electrical of 100-125

position, the centrifugal weight of the volts
distributor will automatically advance the
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as required by changes in The is fed into the control unit by

mechanism involved is matched to each eH,F;u.!e a three-wire lead. The green wire is
application by laboratory tests the QTIOUlldE:d inside the control unit. The black wire
best spark advance point over the entire speed goes to a amp, 3 AG type 250 volt fuse and
range. Therefore, substitution ofun.m.at(:nE~Cl. then to the filter unit. The white wire connects
from other equipment will impair to the filter unit. The filtered input
engine performance. current goes to an electronic module which

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illustration. Arrow adjacent to

~.u'.H1JL""
boss indicates direction of distri-
shaft rotation.

cap after noting with

rotor electrode
between this

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1 cylinder.
to distributor
With engine

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final timing. A
final timing.
Make sure that
control unit is

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the high

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TIMING BREAKERLESS 'Ir\.,.,,,,..,.,,...,.,.,., is recommended that the con-
IGNITION mounted so its coil outlet is at
in full contact
converts it to D.C. is then horizontal metal surface to provide a
used to a the unit.
storage circuit. This
the high voltage transformer
trigger circuit
which is

The distributor includes a

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100-125
cps power. Connect the green
earth
amp, 3 AG
Make sure that the
250 volt) is
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with four vanes and a on the side of control unit.
When one of the vanes
the pickup with sufficient the distributor
pulse is generated in the and tighten
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goes thm the lead from the distributor

control unit and is used to turn on the
device in the This one end of a tension cable in
electrical energy in outlet at of control unit and the
discharge thm the the center cable well of the dis-
voltage transformer coil. The cap. terminal is required on the
voltage from the secondary is installed in the coil. To assist
is conducted to the distributor the it is recom-
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spark plugs. The film of Scintilla #47 Com-

covers its nonconductive state and the Ut;::,lllI.U! .,Ca..LoU"'" compound be

cycle of events is at the rate to the first inch of the cable outside
by the engine rpm. diameter before insertion into the coil. Insert
a minimum of 5/8 inch.
Installation -
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Before the distributor on

rotate engine to its No. as "",,"u ••. v u System is
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specified. Hold the distributor so cOrL.'1ector thousands of hours of main-

points in the direction most convenient for tenance-free service. the following
installation of the lead between the distributor if followed
and control unit. Lower the distributor into will greatly
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position so the drive member mates with the its trouble-free service life.
engine drive. Remove distributor cap and note
the two timing bosses on the inside wall of Remove the distributor cap unhOOking the
the distributor housing. Each boss is identified which secure it. In confined areas,
by an arrow above it. Rotate the distributor be sure the cap is lifted enough to clear the
until one of the trigger wheel vanes is terminal on distributor rotor before
line with the proper boss as indicated to the side.

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Wipe cap with a clean, dry cloth if ",.o.,:;a.LL.UJ",,-

is necessary. Check all cable wells and elec-

trodes to insure that they are clean and free
of corrosion. If necessary, clean the
inside of distributor housing with a cloth.

wheel
are of necessity made of a

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Use extreme care that do not
at any time. Their location controls the
accuracy and proper functioning of the

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system. Therefore, any change in their
relative to the shaft will affect
operation.

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Inspect all wiring insulation for scuf-
fing, cracking, or other conditions
cause malfunction. Replace any defective

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and locate it so the above conditions
avoided.

CAUTION: The clearance dimension between

trigger wheel and pickup is criticaL
the connector and pickup assembly on side of
distributor is removed for any reason, this
dimension shall be checked
Adjust the clearance to 0.003 to 0.005 inch
between each vane and the pickup
or remOving Bendix shims where indicated in
the accompanying illustration. Nonconformance
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COVER R.EMOVED
with this requirement will cause malfunction
of the sy stem.
the same
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CONNECTOR AND
PICKUP ASSY.

The
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reversals
must be timed
tion to the
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distance gage of a size

involved and for this
BREAKERLESS IGNITION - TRIGGER. is at
a service agency should not be
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WHEEL TO PICKUP CLEARANCE

with the breaker

MAGNETO
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The basic magneto used on the WAK , ..,,"' .....,"''''

is the same in most applications, From the maintenance most of the
special conditions require different to distributors can be ap-
of the impulse coupling. Therefore, C"'-;lULU"',,,,,,,. freedom

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from grease, and so on, are to number one .spark

equally Point disengages
to 0.016"-0.018" is aCicornpJ:lsl1ect unit. With the breaker point cover
manner as with the distributor. be seen that the points just close
lines with the terminal. Rotate
in the op-
direction to just open the
the rotor from further turning, and

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lU<1j:::,'.!C!.U drive to the engine.

gear
between overhauls.

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The magneto
closely the
The engine must
piston is on the correct

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pression stroke. This is the
occurs when the is
pulse coupling has disengaged. this is also
the point at which the breaker contacts must
begin to separate when the is rotated
in the direction indicated
name plate.
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method is used to determine point
are the same. With
When the I.!Vi:>.!.l..!.Vl1. rotate the coupling
is when starting one direction or the other as needed, the
be released or is readily deter-
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porate its lag in the screws may be installed.

The easiest way to do 14'1.is is to breaker cover.
impulse coupling backwards IC!.l';a.li..""'<
on the name as many turns as needed to
align the arrow in the
to the
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CENTER
D!STI1tIBUTIOR BRUSH
type FM-
necessary to use
float Disc unless otherwise desig-
d.VIJ.!.l.<..;a.UU1U sheet. This disc serves

to align the
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UU"';:;l!l'''.V U.VU;:OU.ll': with the

until the No. 1

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advanced spark
comIlr",,,,,,,.LV.. stroke.
~.uJll.li.LJ'~ bolt from the top of the
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end cap. Turn the magnetic rotor

L.!.LJ.UlJl5 mark, on the

is centered
window. This mark denotes
cover terminal stamped
ready to fire the
MAGNETO COVER opening can

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easily be determined a thin 5. timing

piece of cellophane between the contact light.
points, by using a or the
use of a sounding device.
3. Align the painted groove on the
coupling shell with the groove on
top of the coupling outer shelL
these two marks are

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and the yellow mark on the
distributor disc is
window, the magneto is timed to fire the

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No. 1 cylinder
Since all base are
connected to the engine drive shaft a

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drive member, the d..u!",u.....u"" of timed
magneto to the drive unit must be
made by adjusting the drive member .

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4. After the magneto is installed on the "'UF,~',"<J. obtain peak
connect the transformer lead wires the duty
end cap terminals. Starting with the No.
terminals, connect the wires to the
engine firing order. When .l.a'.. H!.~
cover, the No.1

rotations. Connect
counterclockwise rotation
is at

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rotation engines and clockwise for

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cap cover,
the No.1 terminal is at the upper left for stroke
mark on the
U~(1f!,l!lt;!lV ~.,U!J'H!<.
distributor disc will be visible
and the No. 1 mag-
to fire. The No.1
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rotation engines.
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terminal is

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After
the No.2 COUPLING HUB
terminal

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which is second

Connect the No. 3 to the

negative terminal of the transformer

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is third in the sequence~

terminals

C
to the transformers in accordance the
order with transformers connected
in alternate sequence. EAR OF
COUPLING HUB

From the transformer nearest

nect the
wire of the
cap screw.
wire ER
interconnect
transformer terminals.
COUPLING ASSEMBLY
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Connect

tiL" shaped
and a curved coil which absorbs
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uUl;'U,""" shock. The vertical movement of the

7 mm is ears of the impulse
the transformer which engages the housing into
corresponding number assembled the spring and
is released the arrester
the shaft end of the magneto
Recheck the to be sure all screws are of the are designed
tight and that the and transformers are can be assembled for either clock-
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connected in the correct "'-''':<'U,(t:; order. anti-clockwise rotation.

Start to check
engine

MAGNETO
A

is Pins must rest against

Its purpose is to channel. With ear of coupling
uV,"",';>,U,"",

rotor over faster than the locate in elongated hub

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gine cranking In If the coupling is being

coupling for clockwise letter !lC"
many degrees as must be face up; for anti-
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Thus, the occurs letter "An must be face up.

passed top center and AA'~h'J~',~ --,,--',"-- hub with letter "AI! or
The gain in from snap- Engage ear of
ping the rotor over makes boosters and a.u..6..u..!.a..1. in housing and mesh
starting devices l.mnecessary.

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ignition
gener-
and an interconnecting
wire harness attached to the ignition

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The absence breaker and ten-

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sion distributor contacts makes the ignition
of internal arcing.
is enhanced.

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includes extensive
solid state electronic
current is rectified and
Silicon con-
REMOVING IMPULSE COUPLING

Installing Coupling on
To provide accurate
retard, marks spaced
1III ..'''' ....t'''

of the
have been
adjacent to the upper left-hand slot of the ar-
ER release

is
which
rectifiers

coils. The
a
function as switches to
stored energy to the transformer
or on of the SCR's
coil arrangement
small SCR turn-on voltage.
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rester plate. When the center mark lines
up with the fastening hole in the LUC~5A.,,::;
the automatic retard or lag of
apprOximately 30 0 for either clockwise or
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clockwise rotation.

Turning the arrester plate in a clockwise di-

rection increases the automatic retard or
angle and turning it in an anti-clockwise direc- UUUll.'l<. or intermediate contact.
Han decreases the automatic retard or
for clockwise magnetos. The is true if trouble which
the magneto operates in an anti-clockwise rota- appears
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tion. The coupling arrester has han

marks indicating coupling rotation when the transformer coils for the
plate is assembled to a magneto. Graduation related to the gener-
marks spaced 50 apart are on the face of the from the C'H,,,UJ.t and replace it
magneto flange. Retards of from to are It is that
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obtained by moving the arrester as out- be on hand at

lined above, Fasten the arrester to the
magneto frame. Adjust to defective
and securely fasten in place. Locate service station for overhaul.
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4I.1.a•.I.>..I..I.<:;"-'
member assembly on magneto drive shaft and
fasten in place with rotor shaft nut and lock and transformer coils
washer. with a cloth
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the primary
NOTE: Hub ofthe impulse member terminals for and
is provided with two keyways - one for clock- make certain cable is inserted
wise rotation marked "C", the other for anti- all the way into the tension terminals.
clockwise rotation marked "A". Be sure to may be cleaned with a fine brass wire
select the proper keyway. The correct retard brush. Periodic of the mounting bolts
angle for the WAK is 50°. is also recommended.

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CtCHll.va is needed. More carburetors are ruined

tha..n hard service.
unit will
becomes necessary to perform major
opier:Hl,on:s, the carburetor
MING for the unit at

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without deviation.
When

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timing window in cover of
to fire No.
screw should be screwed in
the to hold the

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When red mark on
CW mark on Altronic open. the throttle
No.1 the desired idling speed of

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When screw to obtain
gear is centered
has become thor-
housing, it's
the screw in (clock-

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the idling mixture
Timing must
out (anti-clockwise)
the mixture leaner.
moving coupling screws
generator drive hub in the
Replace
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is cor-
reet.
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GASOLINE CARBURETORS gaskets. A

sufficient
The WAK Series have been
with a considerable variation
tails to for
ditions. other matter in the idling jet
interchanged or restrict the flow of fuel for idling
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Remember, a few thousandths affect the mixture. If the jet becomes

jet size can make the between ,",.l.'J"".~""" it will be impossible to run
mal engine and burned of adjust-
sticking, poor economy, and so on. The car-
buretors are identified riveted
to the of the float bowl cover. When
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replacement all these series are supplied with

mation on the a the needle clock-
and LHGlb...Ll.<5 the medium and high
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mixtures leaner. The needle should be ad-

The carburetors U'",;~,,_ "' .. manifold vacuum (or high-
gines are of Zenith for a set-throttle
although a number of variations is with speed gov-
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respect to venturi and installation throttle to hold the engine speed

details, and so on, will be found. while adjusting
If adjustment is set
Carburetor service consists will lack powe r and the fuel
taining the fuel supply in a clean economy also will be poor. If set too rich, the
ing proper adjustments at rare be and the fuel economy
leaving the carburetor alone when

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GAS CARBURETION - INSIGN CARl

Operation of Waukesha
on gas type fuels
erect to the engine in adequate volume and pres-
sure throughout the entire speed and load range
of the engine. Reference to the illUstration

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show that a gas fuel consists of OUNCE PRESSURE GAUGE
(MAINTAIN 4 - OUNCES)
mary or "field" regulator, a
regulator, and a gas carburetor. A LPG ENGINE

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COOLANT
system consists of a carburetor and a combina- IN

tion regulator and unit. the vap-

orizer does not contain any pressure
device, a field and secondary

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also be included in the system. The
of either system appear similar in most cases
but it must be remembered that the internal

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parts such as orifices and
determine gas flow capacity. Only strict adher-
ence to the recommendations given in this man-
ual will result in optimum engine 'nO'l"-I',-..,.,,,, LPG IN LET
In addition, it is extremely to use a

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fuel with an adequate anti-knock characteristic
for the engine involved.
NATURAL GAS
NATURAL GAS fUEL SYSTEMS - SYSTEM ENSIGN CARBURETORS
CARBURETORS
series field have
Field Regulators been the Fisher Model
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8-201 Waukesha gas
Field regulators noted in this discussion are Both faster response and more convenient
manufactured by the Fisher Governor COmI)an.y desirable in most 4.1-'I-'.I.J'I.O"'-
Marshalltown, Iowa. The purpose of the field tions.
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regulator is to reduce the gas supply line pres-

sure to a value low enough to be easily controlled
by the sensitive fiB" regulator. The tabulation
shows the Fisher Series 730 which
will control pressures up to 150 is
recommended however, that the maximum and
minimum inlet pressures listed in the tabula-
tion be definitely maintained. Failure to
gas within the recommended pressure range
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will result in insufficient gas volume for op-

timum performance and field has Inlet
proven that damage to the Waukesha Press.
sibility. If the line pressure is Engine Orifice Press.
~umber Size Ounces
that recommended for the inlet to
730 Series, a Fisher Model 630 can
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162895-B 2" Gray 3/4" 10-25 4-6

be used. This Model will handle pressures up
to 1500 psi and if the situation warrants the con- Outlet pressures from the field re-
trol of higher pressure, the can be of or load must be 4
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converted further. to 6 ounces pressure measured at the inlet to the

outlet pressure is determined
in the and its
Field Regulator Recommendations The correct are listed in the
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hlet
tabulation and pressure is re-
Fisher Diaphragm Pressure the hex-head cover screw at the
Regulator Regulator Spring Orifice Range Pressure
Model Pipe Size Number Size PSI Ounces
the and the screw within
to the or left to establish the recommended
WAK 730-8-32 2" B-194 3/4" 4-6
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the carburetor is used with a
the
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HD-5 propane for LP-gas fueled Failure to remove the screw will result in back-
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