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1.0
INTRODUCTION
The following paragraphs summarize the “Scope
of Supply” of the Engine:
The CLARKE Engine supplied has been
designed for the sole purpose of driving a
stationary Emergency Fire Pump. It must
not be used for any other purpose.
Shall not be subjected to Horsepower
requirements greater than the certified
nameplate rating (for UL/cUL/FM/LPCB
only).
Engines must be sized to cover fully the
maximum power absorbed by any
particular driven equipment together with
a safety factor on no less than 10%. (For
Non-listed only).
Derates for elevation and temperature need
to be considered for maximum pump
power.
Fuel delivery settings are factory set with-
in the injection pump and must not be
tampered with or adjusted. Minor RPM
adjustments to meet pump requirements
are permissible.
The engine shall be installed and
maintained in accordance with the
guidelines stated in this manual.
Periodic running checks to ensure
functionality should be kept to a maximum
of ½ hour per week.
1.1
IDENTIFICATION/NAMEPLATE
Throughout this manual, the terms
“Engine” and “Machine” are used.
The term “Engine” refers solely to the
diesel engine driver as supplied by
CLARKE.
The term “Machine” refers to any piece of
equipment with which the engine might
interface.
This manual provides all the information necessary
to operate your newly acquired engine safely and
efficiently, and perform routine servicing correctly.
Please read it carefully.
MODEL NUMBERING & IDENTIFICATION
There are two identification plates attached to each
engine. Clarke Identification Plate: Engine Model,
Serial Number, Rating and Date of Manufacture
are shown on this identification plate.
Note that there are five types of identification
plates, dependent on whether the engine is a “Non-
Listed” or “Listed/Approved” Model. These are
typical examples. (See
Figure #1)
.
Clarke Identification Plates
USA Non Listed USA
Listed/Approved
