CE Nstruction: Lectro Otive
CE Nstruction: Lectro Otive
CE Nstruction: Lectro Otive
1738
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E L E C T R O -M OTIVE
CE
NSTRUCTION
Check lube oil filter tank pressure. LSM. Checks can be made weekly or oftener at
fueling or turnaround points. Replace filter ele-
ments if tank pressure so indicates.
FUEL FILTER
Check pressure differential at rack mounted LSM. Same note as immediately above.
filter gauge. Use only pleated cotton-paper element.
LUBE OIL
Take sample for analysis.. The services of a competent laboratory may help
to monitor the suitability of the oil for continued
use.
ENGINE PROTECTOR
BATTERY
MAIN GENERATOR
Inspect diode fuses, replace diodes and fuses as M.I. 3317-2. Whenever generator air box panels
required (Where Used). are removed, clean the inspection windows, and
inspect collector rings and brushes.
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M.1. 1738
JOURNAL BOX
FUEL FILTERS
Change rack mounted primary filter. LSM. Use only pleated cotton-paper element.
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M.I. 1738
COOLING SYSTEM
FUEL TANK
TRACTION MOTORS
Replace brushes (in sets only). M.I. 3900. Depending upon type of service and
operating conditions, brush life will range from 3
to 6 months.
Visually inspect support bearing wick lubricators Clean and replace as necessary.
for dirt plugging of the wick and for excessive
wear.
INERTIAL FILTER BLOWER MOTOR
Replace elements.
BATTERY
Inspect battery boxes for damage or rust. Repair and paint if necessary.
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M.I. 1738
ENGINE
OIL SYSTEM
Change engine oil. LSM, EMM. Evaluation of engine and oil condi-
tion should dictate the frequency of this item.
Type of service, type of oil, quality of filter
elements, and condition of engine will influence
the frequency of oil change.
Clean scavenging oil screens. EMM. Fill strainer housing with oil before starting
engine.
ENGINE
RADIATORS
Clean air passages. LSM and M.I. 549. Operation in certain sections of
the country and during certain seasons will require
more frequent cleaning due to airborne seeds and
leaves.
MAIN GENERATOR
ARlO/D14
D32/D14
MAIN RESERVOIR
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M.I. 1738
HANDBRAKE
CAB SEATS
Lubricate cab seat posts and guide rails. Lubriplate 630-2 or equivalent.
ENGINE
Remove oil pan handhole cover and inspect Follow inspection procedures as outlined in the
harmonic balancer while engine is being barred EMM.
over.
EXHAUST SYSTEM
AIR COMPRESSOR
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M.I. 1738
AIR FILTERS
MAGNET VALVES
ELECTRICAL CABINETS
Door Seals
Check for damage and leakage. Replace if
necessary. Adjust lock keeper, if required.
Check timing of time delay devices. LSM and applicable settings chart drawing.
AUXILIARY GENERATOR
Inspect and replace brushes when required. Normal auxiliary generator brush life is between
Replace in sets. 21 and 24 months.
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M.I. 1738
Replace brushes.
Check for proper operation and setting. LSM. M.I. 5511 or 5524.
Replace or recondition shutter magnet valves. M.I. 4707
RADIATORS
Clean or renew header screens after first year M.I. 549 and 550. The presence of metal chips at
of operation. Condition of screen at this inspection first cleaning or after engine parts have been renewed
can provide a basis for future cleaning. is not an abnormal condition.
DYNAMIC BRAKE GRIDS (Where Used)
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M.I. 1738
MAIN GENERATOR
ARlO/D14
TRACTION MOTOR
COOLING SYSTEM
GOVERNOR
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M.I. 1738
Check temperature differential between lube LSM. M.I. 928. Clean cooler, if necessary, M.I. 927.
oil and cooling water into engine.
ENGINE PROTECTOR
Recondition and qualify. M.I. 259 or M.I. 260. Qualify on test stand after
renewing springs, “0” rings, and diaphragms.
Check settings and operation of non-modular LSM and applicable settings chart drawing.
prQt.&.ve amd regulating devices and circuits.
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M.I. 1738
ENGINE
AIR COMPRESSOR
TRACTION MOTORS
MAIN GENERATOR-AR1 0
CAUTION
Never use a caustic solution.
COOLING SYSTEM
BATTERY BOXES
Replace piston, piston rod, and cylinder seals. Air test cylinder after seal replacement.
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M.I. 1738
ENGINE BLOWERS
BLOWER-TO-FILTER AIR
DUCT (Where Used)
Replace.
GOVERNOR
AUXILIARY GENERATOR
COOLING FANS
AIR COMPRESSOR
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M.I. 1738
ENGINE
MAIN GENERATOR
ENGINE
MAIN GENERATOR
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M.I. 1738
NON-SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE
A definite time or mileage schedule for items listed below cannot be established due to variations in wear and
component life related to operating conditions.
The following work is to be performed at wheel change time or when truck is removed for reconditioning.
PINION
AXLE GEAR
AXLE
TRACTION MOTOR
Check bearings using heat and noise test. M.I. 3900. Whenever truck assembly is removed
from locomotive, check traction motors for
unusual bearing noise or heat at not less than
1500 RPM.
Jigstone commutator and clean slots. M.I. 3900. Restore smooth and concentric surface
when inspection indicates need.
CAUTION
Do not stone commutator by hand.
TRUCK ASSEMBLIES
Inspect, test, and repair or replace the follow- M.I.‘s 1501, 1504, or 1506
ing items as necessary; frame, bolster, wear
plates, liners, springs, spring seats, snubbers,
brake rigging, rubber bolster springs, shock
absorbers, and sander guides.
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