Perkins Marine Diesel Maintenance Schedule

 

Perkins M92B.

Perkins Marine Diesel Maintenance Schedule, our trained technicians at Santa Barbara Marine Diesel Mechanic, servicing, Oxnard, Channel Islands Marina, Ventura Harbor & Santa Barbara Harbor. Your boats preventive maintenance periods apply to average conditions of operation. Check the periods given by the manufacturer of the boat in which the engine is installed.

It is good preventive maintenance to check your engine room for leakage and loose fasteners at each service. These maintenance periods apply only to engines that are operated with fuel and lubricating oil which conform to the specifications given in this handbook. Use the procedures in this section to maintain your engine in accordance with the preventive maintenance schedule.

 

Introduction:

The Perkins M92B marine engine is the latest development from Perkins Engines Company Limited together with Wimborne Marine Power Centre. The engine is designed specifically for use in commercial and pleasure boat applications. Over sixty years of diesel production experience, together with the latest technology, have been applied to the manufacture of your engine to give you reliable and economic power.

 

Perkins Marine Engine Maintenance Schedule:

Daily:

• Check the amount of coolant in the header tank.
• Check the engine for leakage of oil and coolant.
• Check the sea water strainer.
• Drain water from the fuel pre-filter.
• Check the amount of lubricating oil in the sump.
• Check the lubricating oil pressure at the gauge.
• Check the amount of lubricating oil in the reverse gearbox.

 

250 service hours or yearly:

•  Check the amount of coolant in the header tank.
• Check the engine for leakage of oil and coolant.
• Check the sea water strainer.
• Drain water from the fuel pre-filter.
• Check the amount of lubricating oil in the sump.
• Check the lubricating oil pressure at the gauge.
• Check the amount of lubricating oil in the reverse gearbox.
• Check the tension and the condition of the drive belt.
• Renew the lubricating oil in the reverse gearbox.

 

500 service hours or yearly:

• Check the amount of coolant in the header tank.
• Check the engine for leakage of oil and coolant.
• Check the sea water strainer.
• Drain water from the fuel pre-filter.
• Check the amount of lubricating oil in the sump.
• Check the lubricating oil pressure at the gauge.
• Check the amount of lubricating oil in the reverse gearbox.
• Check the tension and the condition of the drive belt.
• Renew the lubricating oil in the reverse gearbox.
• Check the specific gravity of the coolant.
• Check the impeller of the Seawater pump.
• Clean the sediment chamber and the strainer of the fuel lift pump.
• Renew the element of the fuel filter.
• Renew the engine lubricating oil.
• Renew the canister of the lubricating oil filter.
• Renew the element of the air filter.
• Check all hoses and connections.
• Check the audible warning system which protects the engine.
• Check the engine mounts.

 

1000 service hours:

• Check the amount of coolant in the header tank.
• Check the engine for leakage of oil and coolant.
• Check the sea water strainer.
• Drain water from the fuel pre-filter.
• Check the amount of lubricating oil in the sump.
• Check the lubricating oil pressure at the gauge.
• Check the amount of lubricating oil in the reverse gearbox.
• Check the tension and the condition of the drive belt.
• Renew the lubricating oil in the reverse gearbox.
• Check the specific gravity of the coolant.
• Check the impeller of the Seawater pump.
• Clean the sediment chamber and the strainer of the fuel lift pump.
• Renew the element of the fuel filter.
• Renew the engine lubricating oil.
• Renew the canister of the lubricating oil filter.
• Renew the element of the air filter.
• Check all hoses and connections.
• Check the audible warning system which protects the engine.
• Check the engine mounts.
• Check the valve tip clearances of the engine and adjust if necessary.
• Inspect the electrical system for signs of damage.

Important Tips

• Logbook: Maintain a detailed logbook of all maintenance activities, including dates and work performed.
• Professional Service: Have a certified 805 marine mechanic conduct annual inspections and any major services.
• Spare Parts: Keep a stock of essential spare parts on board, such as oil filters, fuel filters, belts, and impellers.
• Proper Tools: Ensure you have the correct tools for any on-board maintenance tasks.
• Regular Use: Regularly running your engine, even if only for a short time, helps keep all components in good working order.

Conclusion

Following this comprehensive maintenance schedule for your

Perkins Marine Diesel engine ensures efficient and reliable operation.

Regular inspections and servicing by a professional 805 marine mechanic can prevent major issues, extend the lifespan of your engine, and enhance your overall boating experience.

Always refer to your engine’s manual for specific maintenance procedures and intervals.

 

NOTE: These are Perkins Marine periodic maintenance recommendations strait out of the service manual. here at Santa Barbara Marine Diesel Mechanic, we can customize your diesel engines periodic maintenance to fit your needs.