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7. Troubleshooting 10-2019
140 A062J683 (Issue 1)Copyright © 2019 Cummins Inc.
TABLE 21. COMPRESSION TEST SPECIFICATIONS
Cylinder psi
Cylinder 1 >150
Cylinder 2 >150
For access to valve covers, refer to Section 5.4 on page 71.
Tools Required:
General mechanical tools (metric and English socket set, etc.)
Compression test kit
LocTite Threadlocker Blue 242 or equal
Torque wrench
Valve cover gaskets (2). PN: A050X455
Feeler gauge set
Compression Test Instructions:
1. Shut off the fuel supply to the generator set.
2. Place the generator set in Manual mode (disable standby and remote).
3. Open the generator set circuit breaker.
4. To test:
Make sure the fuel supply is shut off to the generator set.
Disable the ignition system by removing both spark plugs.
Attach the compression tester to the spark plug hole.
Crank the engine until a stable reading is achieved (approx. 20-30
seconds).
Record the compression pressure.
Check and adjust the valve clearance (see Section 5.4 on page 71).
5. Replace the valve covers using new gaskets.
6. Replace all of the other removed components.
7. Open the generator set fuel supply.
8. Test run the generator set for 5 minutes.
9. Close the generator set circuit breaker.
10. Enable Remote if desired.
11. Place the generator set in Standby mode if desired.