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Product: MARINE ENGINE

Model: C-12 MARINE ENGINE 9HP
Configuration: C-12 Marine Engine 9HP00001-UP

Operation and Maintenance Manual

C-12 and C12 Marine Engines
Media Number -SEBU7599-09 Publication Date -01/01/2015 Date Updated -27/04/2017

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Engine Performance
SMCS - 1000

Today's marine operator is concerned with performance, cost of operation and satisfactory engine
life. Traditionally, poor performance of the vessel is believed to result from a lack of engine
performance or from a loss of engine performance. In fact, the engine is only one of numerous
factors that influence the overall performance of a vessel.

Several factors determine the power demand on an engine. The engine does not have control over
the demand that is caused by the vessel design. The vessel design includes the following features:

• Hull

• Propeller

• Drive train

Those features also affect the amount of power that is available to perform additional work. For
example, those features affect the power that is used to drive an auxiliary pump.

If a problem with the performance of the vessel occurs, consider the following effects on power
demand:

• Loads

• Condition of the vessel

• Vessel design

• Condition of the drive train

• Condition of the propeller

Deterioration of the engine systems decreases the ability of the engine to produce power and
vessel speed. Engine systems include the cooling system, the lubrication system, the fuel system,
etc. The engine is not likely to be the cause of poor fuel economy without excessive exhaust
smoke and/or the loss of power.
If you have a valid problem with the engine's performance, consult an authorized Cat dealer for
assistance.

If the engine is covered by a warranty, the Cat warranty will cover the cost in order to solve a
valid deficiency of the engine's performance. However, if the engine is not at fault, all costs that
are incurred will be the responsibility of the owner.

Note: Adjustment of the fuel system outside Caterpillar specified limits will not improve fuel
efficiency. Adjustment of the fuel system outside Caterpillar specified limits could also result in
damage to the engine.

Cat engines are manufactured with state-of-the-art technology. Cat engines are designed to help
provide two characteristics in all applications:

• Maximum performance

• Fuel efficiency

To ensure optimum performance for the service life of the engine, follow the recommended
operation procedures that are described in this manual. Also, follow the preventive maintenance
procedures that are described in this manual.

Performance Analysis Report (PAR)

To verify the condition of the propulsion system, Caterpillar has developed the Performance
Analysis Report (PAR) for marine engines.

A PAR is an in-vessel test procedure that is performed by a Caterpillar analyst under operating
conditions. The test compares the performance of all marine engine systems to the original testing
specifications.

When a PAR is conducted at Sea Trial, an installation of high quality can be ensured. The PAR
will confirm the matching of the following components for optimum performance and for fuel
efficiency: hull, rudders, propeller, marine transmission, ventilation and cooling systems.

Caterpillar recommends scheduling a PAR in order to maintain optimum performance.

A periodic PAR can define deterioration of the propulsion system. A PAR can assist in repairs, in
overhauls, and in maintenance schedules. This will help to provide the most economical, efficient
cost of operation.

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