Service parts for the 3516
Grouped by system, with how many of each the parts manual calls for.
Air intake
1 requiredEquivalents: WIX 533180, DONALDSON P181126, BALDWIN PF823-E
Fuel system
1 requiredEquivalents: FLEETGUARD AF876, BALDWIN BF7633, NAPA 3356
Oil system
1 requiredEquivalents: FLEETGUARD HF6097, BALDWIN PT189, CATERPILLAR 1M9150
Hydraulic system
1 requiredPrices captured from merchant listings; some links are affiliate links. Confirm against your serial number before ordering.
Specifications
| Fuel | diesel |
|---|---|
| Frequency | 60.0 Hz |
| Standby power | 1490 kW |
| Standby kVA | 2000 |
| Prime power | 1384 kW |
| Emissions | Low BSFC |
| Controller | ADEM A3, Adem Ii, EMCP 3.3 |
| Alternator | SR4 |
| Voltage options | 600 V |
| Phase | 3 phase |
| Rated current | 1804 A |
| Power factor | 0.7 |
| Coolant capacity | 440 L |
| Max ambient | [52, 50, 48, 46] °C |
| Dimensions (L×W×H) | 3366×1703×1718 mm |
| Dry weight | 8029 kg |
| Fuel tank | 300000.0 L |
Filters for the Caterpillar 3516B
4Engine-mounted filters the filter manufacturers list for this engine family. These come from the engine, not from this generator set’s own parts list, so confirm against your serial number before ordering.
| System | Filter | Description | Cross-references | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oil filter | P551808 | Lube Filter, Spin-On Full Flow | CATERPILLAR 1R1808, CATERPILLAR 1R808, NAPA 7792, BALDWIN B7299 | KuduParts $80.00 |
| Oil filter | P554005 | Lube Filter, Spin-On Full Flow | CATERPILLAR 1R0716, CATERPILLAR 1W2660, NAPA 1792, BALDWIN BF46150-O | FridayParts $41.73 |
| Fuel filter | P551316 | Fuel Filter, Spin-On | CATERPILLAR 1R0755, CATERPILLAR 3890433, NAPA 3685, BALDWIN BF7639 | KuduParts $54.00 FridayParts $55.99 |
Listed for this engine in only one kind of machine, so they may depend on how the engine was installed:
| System | Filter | Description | Cross-references | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fuel / water separator | P552020 | Fuel Filter, Water Separator Cartridge | CATERPILLAR 1110716, CATERPILLAR 3I1252, BALDWIN PF7890-10, IMPERIAL 04FS1206 | buy |
Maintenance & consumables
for the Caterpillar 3516B| Item | Spec | Capacity | Part # | Interval | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Air filter | Air filter outer | 8N6309 | eBay $89.68 NAPA $186.85 KuduParts $185.00 FridayParts $290.20 | ||
| Fuel filter | Filter fuel | 1R0750 | Amazon eBay $33.80 eBay $33.80 NAPA $21.82 NAPA $21.82 KuduParts $17.00 FridayParts $29.50 | ||
| Oil filter | Filter oil | 1R0719 | eBay $20.00 FridayParts $31.32 KuduParts $58.00 | ||
| Battery | Battery Charger | — | 500 hr | ||
| Belt | Fan Drives, Radiators, Fans, Expansion Tanks | — | 1000 hr | ||
| Coolant | Cooling System | 440.0 L | — | 5000 hr | |
| Hydraulic filter | Filter hydraulic | 1R0741 | eBay $22.00 NAPA $25.37 | ||
| Oil | Change | — | 1000 hr | ||
| Spark plug | Engine Control Switch, Ammeter-Voltmeter Phase Selector Switch | — | 1000 hr |
Service intervals
40| Item | Action | Hours | Months | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| System | Test | 1 hr | ToCI quarterly: exercise system under full load for 1 hour | |
| Battery Electrolyte Level | Check | 250 hr | Every 250 Service Hours | |
| Belts | Inspect | 250 hr | Inspect/Adjust/Replace; Every 250 Service Hours | |
| Cooling System Coolant Sample (Level 1) | Other | 250 hr | Obtain; Every 250 Service Hours | |
| Cooling System Supplemental Coolant Additive (SCA) | Test | 250 hr | Test/Add; Every 250 Service Hours | |
| Engine Oil Sample | Other | 250 hr | Obtain; Every 250 Service Hours | |
| Engine Oil Sample | Test | 250 hr | Every 250 Service Hours - Obtain | |
| Engine Valve Lash | Adjust | 4000 hr | First service — Inspect/Adjust; Initial 250 Service Hours | |
| Fan Drive Bearing | Lubricate | 250 hr | Every 250 Service Hours | |
| Fuel Injector | Adjust | 4000 hr | First service — Inspect/Adjust; Initial 250 Service Hours | |
| Hoses and Clamps | Inspect | 250 hr | Inspect/Replace; Every 250 Service Hours | |
| Radiator | Clean | 250 hr | Every 250 Service Hours | |
| Speed Sensor | Clean | 250 hr | First service — Initial 250 Service Hours (Prime Power) - Clean/Inspect | |
| Air Shutoff | Test | 500 hr | Every 500 Service Hours (Prime Power) | |
| Cooling System Coolant Sample (Level 1) | Test | 500 hr | Every 500 Service Hours (Prime Power) | |
| Cooling System Coolant Sample (Level 2) | Test | 500 hr | First service — Initial 500 Hours for new, refilled and converted systems | |
| Engine Oil and Filter | Change | 500 hr | Every 500 Service Hours - standard sump; deep sump every 1000 hours | |
| Magnetic Pickups | Clean | 500 hr | First service — Clean/Inspect; Initial 500 Service Hours or at first oil change | |
| Cooling System Coolant Sample (Level 2) | Other | 1000 hr | Obtain; Every 1000 Service Hours | |
| Engine | Clean | 1000 hr | Every 1000 Service Hours | |
| Engine Crankcase Breather | Clean | 1000 hr | Every 1000 Service Hours | |
| Engine Protective Devices | Check | 1000 hr | Every 1000 Service Hours | |
| Engine Protective Devices | Test | 1000 hr | Check; Every 1000 Service Hours | |
| Fuel System Primary Filter | Replace | 1000 hr | Every 1000 Service Hours - Clean/Inspect/Replace | |
| Fuel System Secondary Filter | Replace | 1000 hr | Every 1000 Service Hours | |
| Generator Winding Insulation | Test | 1000 hr | Every 1000 Service Hours | |
| Rotating Rectifier | Inspect | 1000 hr | 12 mo | Every 1000 Service Hours or 1 Year - Inspect/Test |
| Crankshaft Vibration Damper | Inspect | 2000 hr | Every 2000 Service Hours | |
| Engine Mounts | Check | 2000 hr | Every 2000 Service Hours | |
| Generator | Other | 2000 hr | 6 mo | Every 2000 Service Hours or 6 Months - Dry |
| Generator Set Vibration | Test | 2000 hr | Every 2000 Service Hours - Test/Record | |
| Stator Lead | Check | 2000 hr | 6 mo | Every 2000 Service Hours or 6 Months |
| Turbocharger | Inspect | 2000 hr | Every 2000 Service Hours | |
| Cooling System Coolant (DEAC) | Change | 3000 hr | 36 mo | Every 3000 Service Hours or 3 Years |
| Cooling System Coolant Extender (ELC) | Other | 3000 hr | 36 mo | Every 3000 Service Hours or 3 Years - Add |
| Air Shutoff Damper | Check | 6000 hr | Every 6000 Service Hours - Remove/Check | |
| Alternator | Inspect | 6000 hr | 72 mo | Every 6000 Service Hours or 6 Years |
| Cooling System Coolant (ELC) | Change | 6000 hr | 72 mo | Every 6000 Service Hours or 6 Years |
| Cooling System Water Temperature Regulator | Replace | 6000 hr | 72 mo | Every 6000 Service Hours or 6 Years |
| Prelube Pump | Inspect | 6000 hr | 72 mo | Every 6000 Service Hours or 6 Years |
Extracted from the manufacturer documentation linked to this model. Values are copied as printed; confirm against your unit's manual and serial number.
Service specifications
60| Type | Item | Value | Unit | Condition |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Clearance | Air shutoff damper plunger distance A (minimum) | 18.3 | mm | 0.72 inch; replace plunger if less |
| Clearance | Coolant level below bottom of filler pipe | 13 | mm | no sight gauge |
| Clearance | Crankshaft end play | .178 to .635 | mm (0.0070 to 0.0250 inch) | measured with dial indicator |
| Clearance | Crankshaft end play after assembly | 0.178 to 0.635 | mm (0.0070 to 0.0250 inch) | after assembly |
| Clearance | End play at heat sink after assembly | 0.076 to 0.635 | mm (0.0030 to 0.0250 inch) | after assembly |
| Clearance | Gap at 3, 6, 9, 12 o'clock positions | 0.03 to 0.13 | mm (0.001 to 0.005 inch) | between |
| Clearance | Gap between generator and flywheel housing at locations (E), (F), (G), (H) | >0.03 and <0.13 | mm (0.001 inch to 0.005 inch) | more than 0.03 mm and less than 0.13 mm |
| Clearance | Generator forward offset from midpoint of end play | + 0.50 | mm (+ 0.0200 inch) | while generator supported by crane |
| Clearance | Rotor end play | 3.81 to 7.62 | mm (.150 to .300 inch) | approximately |
| Clearance | Shim thickness divisor for number of shims | 0.8 | mm (0.03 inch) | divide Letter L by this value |
| Clearance | Support deflection during bolt tightening | 0.13 | mm (0.005 inch) | maximum allowed movement |
| Gap | Air shutoff damper plunger distance A (replace if less) | 18.3 | mm | |
| Gap | Speed sensor air gap adjustment (back off after contact) | 270 | degrees (three-fourths turn) | counterclockwise |
| Other | Air cleaner element cleaning limit | six times | replace at least once per year regardless | |
| Other | Altitude capability without derate | 1525 | m | |
| Other | Altitude capability without derate | 800 | m | |
| Other | Coolant Sample (Level 1) interval for Cat DEAC | 250 | hours | |
| Other | Cooling system cleaner amount (heavy deposits) | 0.5 | L per 3.8 to 7.6 L capacity | 1 pint per 1 to 2 US gal |
| Other | Cooling system cleaner amount (normal deposits) | 0.5 | L per 15 L capacity | 1 pint per 4 US gal |
| Other | Cooling system cleaning duration (heavy deposits) | 90 | minutes | minimum, coolant at least 82 C (180 F) |
| Other | Cooling system cleaning duration (normal deposits) | 30 | minutes | minimum, coolant at least 82 C (180 F) |
| Other | Cooling system fill rate maximum | 19 | L/min | |
| Other | Damper fluid viscosity degradation limit | 20 | percent | majority of applications |
| Other | Damper fluid viscosity degradation limit (Hasse & Wrede) | 20 | percent | majority of applications |
| Other | Damper operating hours before rebuild/replace (damper without sampling port) | 20000 | hours | |
| Other | Damper without sampling port - rebuild/replace interval | 20000 | hours | or at major overhaul |
| Other | Exercise under full load | 1 | hour | ToCI quarterly |
| Other | Fast Acting Cooling System Cleaner amount | 0.5 L per 15 L | L | cooling system capacity, normal deposits |
| Other | Fast Acting Cooling System Cleaner amount | 0.5 L per 3.8 to 7.6 L | L | cooling system capacity, heavy deposits |
| Other | Full load test duration | 4 | hours | Once per year |
| Other | Gross Input Torque (TH55-E70) | 12 667 | N•m (9350 lb-ft) | |
| Other | Gross Input Torque (TH55-E90) | 12 677 | N•m (9350 lb-ft) | |
| Other | Hydrosolv cleaner concentration | 2 to 5 | percent | temperatures up to 93 C (200 F) |
| Other | Load bank data recording interval | 15 | minutes | During load bank test |
| Other | Load bank test load level | 80 | % of generator nameplate capacity | 4-hour resistive load bank test |
| Other | Load bank test profile | 2 hours at 50%, 1 hour at 75%, 1 hour at 100% | Annual four (4) hour load bank test | |
| Other | Maximum air pressure at nozzle for cleaning purposes | 205 | kPa | 30 psi |
| Other | New drive belt tension recheck after operation | 30 | minutes | rated rpm |
| Other | Rating condition (diesel 7 L and higher) | 99 kPa (29.31 in Hg) dry barometer, 25°C (77°F) | SAE J1995 inlet air standard | |
| Other | Rating condition (diesel up to 6.6 L) | 100 kPa (29.5 in Hg) total barometric pressure, 1 kPa (.295 in Hg) vapor pressure, 25°C (77°F) | ISO/TR14396 inlet air standard | |
| Other | Rating condition (gas) | 100 kPa (29.61 in Hg) and 25°C (77°F) | SAE J1349 standard | |
| Other | Stall Torque Ratio (TH55-E70) | 2.23 | ||
| Other | Stall Torque Ratio (TH55-E90) | 2.23 | ||
| Other | Starting motor cool-down between cranking periods | 2 | minutes | |
| Other | Supplemental coolant additive concentration maximum (conventional coolant) | 6 | percent | |
| Other | Supplemental coolant additive concentration maximum (water and SCA) | 8 | percent | |
| Other | Thread lock cure time minimum before air shutoff use | 1 | hour | |
| Pressure | Air cleaner service indicator restriction (clean/replace) | 6 | kPa | 25 inches of H2O |
| Pressure | Engine air cleaner differential pressure (nominal) | 3 | kPa | normal engine operation |
| Pressure | Engine air cleaner maximum differential pressure (replace element) | 6.2 | kPa | |
| Pressure | Engine oil filter differential pressure (nominal) | 60 | kPa | normal engine operation |
| Pressure | Engine oil filter differential pressure (normal) | 60 | kPa | normal engine operation |
| Pressure | Engine oil filter differential pressure (replace elements) | 103 | kPa | oil filter elements to be replaced |
| Pressure | Engine oil pressure during cranking | 70 | kPa | cranking with fuel off |
| Pressure | Fuel filter differential pressure (nominal) | 60 | kPa | normal engine operation |
| Pressure | Fuel filter differential pressure (normal) | 60 | kPa | normal engine operation |
| Pressure | Fuel filter differential pressure (replace secondary elements) | 103 | kPa | fuel filter elements to be replaced |
| Pressure | Low Engine Oil Pressure Shutdown Event Threshold (factory default) | 34 | kPa (5 psi) | default |
| Pressure | Low Engine Oil Pressure Warning Event Threshold (factory default) | 160 | kPa (23 psi) | default |
| Pressure | Maximum air pressure at nozzle for cleaning | 205 | kPa |
Extracted from the manufacturer documentation linked to this model. Values are copied as printed; confirm against your unit's manual and serial number.
Recommended fluids
| Fluid | Grade | Standard | Ambient | Capacity | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Coolant | Cat DEAC | Diesel; 3,000 Service Hours or Three Years; annual S·O·SSM Level 2 coolant sampling and analysis | |||
| Coolant | Cat DEAC (Diesel Engine Antifreeze/Coolant) | Conventional coolant; SCA required; see SEBU6251 | |||
| Coolant | Cat ELC | Diesel; 12,000 Service Hours or Six Years; add Cat ELC Extender at 6,000 service hours or one half of service life; annual S·O·SSM Level 2 coolant sampling and analysis | |||
| Coolant | Cat ELC (Extended Life Coolant) | Add Cat ELC Extender once; do not use conventional SCA with Cat ELC | |||
| Coolant | Cat ELC Extender | Needs to be added only once; add per cooling system capacity | |||
| Coolant | Cat NGEC | Natural Gas; 16,000 Service Hours or Three Years; use interval that occurs first | |||
| Coolant | Commercial long life / heavy-duty coolant meeting Caterpillar EC-1 | Caterpillar Engine Coolant Specification -1 (EC-1) | Obtain Level 1 coolant sample | ||
| Coolant | Commercial long life coolant meeting Caterpillar EC-1 | Caterpillar Engine Coolant Specification -1 (EC-1) | |||
| Coolant | Supplemental Coolant Additive (SCA) | Max 6 percent with conventional coolant; max 8 percent with water and SCA | |||
| Engine oil | EPA 2D 89.330-96 (fuel reference, Diesel <6.6 L, density 0,845-0,850 kg/L a 15 °C) | Reference condition only, not a lubricant recommendation | |||
| Engine oil | Cat NGEO | Natural Gas | |||
| Engine oil | air tool oil | below 0°C | Air starting motor lubricator; temperatures below 0 C (32 F) | ||
| Engine oil | low sulfated ash oil | Required for U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final, EU Stage IV engines. | |||
| Engine oil | meeting manufacturer's specs | Add crankcase oil (grade meeting manufacturer's specs) to correct level (SCI) | |||
| Engine oil | Cat Arctic DEO SYN SAE 0W-30 | -40°C to 30°C | Engine Crankcase; Industrial Engines | ||
| Engine oil | Cat DEO SYN SAE 5W-40 | -30°C to 50°C | Engine Crankcase; Industrial Engines | ||
| Engine oil | Cat DEO SAE 10W-30 | -18°C to 40°C | Engine Crankcase; Industrial Engines | ||
| Engine oil | Cat DEO SAE 15W-40 | -9°C to 50°C | Engine Crankcase; Industrial Engines | ||
| Engine oil | nondetergent SAE 10W | above 0°C | Air starting motor lubricator; temperatures greater than 0 C (32 F) | ||
| Fuel | Ultra Low Sulfur Diesel (ULSD) | Contains less than or equal to 15 parts per million sulfur (mg/kg); required for U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final, EU Stage IV engines. B20 biodiesel capability available. | |||
| Fuel | 35° API gravity at 60°F (16°C) | LHV 18,390 Btu/lb (42 780 kJ/kg) | Fuel at 85°F (29°C) weighing 7.001 lbs/U.S. gal (838.9 g/liter) | ||
| Fuel | 35° API gravity, LHV 42 780 kJ/kg (18,390 btu/lb) | SAE J1995 | Diesel engines 7 liter and higher; used at 29°C (84.2°F) with density 838.9 g/L | ||
| Fuel | EPA 2D 89.330-96 | EPA 2D 89.330-96 | Diesel engines up to 6.6 liter; density 0.845-0.850 kg/L @ 15°C (59°F); fuel inlet temperature 40°C (104°F) | ||
| Fuel | No. 2 fuel | 3600 engines designed for 80 000 hours on No. 2 fuel; ratings based on API gravity of 35 at 15 C (60 F), LHV of 42 780 kJ/kg used at 29 C (84 F) with a density of 838.9 g/L | |||
| Fuel | dry natural gas, LHV 35.54 MJ/Nm3 (905 btu/ft3) | Gas ratings based on SAE J1349 standard conditions of 100 kPa (29.61 in Hg) and 25°C (77°F) | |||
| Grease | Cat Generator Set Grease | Part Number 108-8611 | |||
| Grease | EA6 | -40°C to 80°C | Non-regreasable bearings 311-0843/311-0844 | ||
| Grease | Mobilith SHC220 | -40°C to 80°C | 2.8 g | Roller bearings 139-0349/139-0350; every 250 service hours | |
| Grease | 2S-3230 Bearing Lubricant | -29°C to 80°C | 51.2 g | Generator bearings; 59 mL (2 oz); every 2000 service hours or 12 months | |
| Grease | UNIREX N3 | -29°C to 60°C | Do not exceed 60 °C (140 °F) above ambient; some bearings non-regreasable |
Extracted from the manufacturer documentation linked to this model. Values are copied as printed; confirm against your unit's manual and serial number.
Fault codes
80| Code | Name | Meaning | Severity | Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 38-0 | External Tank High Fuel Level Shutdown | EXT TANK HIGH FUEL LEVEL S/D | Shutdown | |
| 38-1 | External Tank Low Fuel Level Shutdown | EXT TANK LOW FUEL LEVEL S/D | Shutdown | |
| 38-3 | External Tank Fuel Level Sensor Short High | EXT TANK FUEL LEVEL SENSOR SHORT HIGH | Info | |
| 38-4 | External Tank Fuel Level Sensor Short Low | EXT TANK FUEL LEVEL SENSOR SHORT LOW | Info | |
| 38-15 | External Tank High Fuel Level Warning | EXT TANK HIGH FUEL LVL WARNING | Warning | |
| 38-17 | External Tank Low Fuel Level Warning | EXT TANK LOW FUEL LVL WARNING | Warning | |
| 82-0 | High Starting Air Pressure Shutdown | HIGH STARTING AIR PRES SHUTDOWN | Shutdown | |
| 82-1 | Low Starting Air Pressure Shutdown | LOW STARTING AIR PRES SHUTDOWN | Shutdown | |
| 82-3 | Starting Air Pressure Sensor Short High | STARTING AIR PRES SENSOR SHORT HIGH | Info | |
| 82-4 | Starting Air Pressure Sensor Short Low | STARTING AIR PRES SENSOR SHORT LOW | Info | |
| 82-15 | High Starting Air Pressure Warning | HIGH STARTING AIR PRES WARNING | Warning | |
| 82-17 | Low Starting Air Pressure Warning | LOW STARTING AIR PRES WARNING | Warning | |
| 95-0 | High Fuel Filter Differential Pressure Shutdown | HIGH FUEL FILTR DIFF PRES SHUTDOWN | Shutdown | |
| 95-1 | Low Fuel Filter Differential Pressure Shutdown | LOW FUEL FILTER DIFF PRES SHUTDOWN | Shutdown | |
| 95-3 | Fuel Filter Differential Pressure Sensor Short High | FUEL FLTER DIFF PRES SENSOR SHORT HIGH | Info | |
| 95-4 | Fuel Filter Differential Pressure Sensor Short Low | FUEL FLTER DIFF PRES SENSOR SHORT LOW | Info | |
| 95-15 | High Fuel Filter Differential Pressure Warning | HIGH FUEL FILTR DIFF PRES WARNING | Warning | |
| 95-17 | Low Fuel Filter Differential Pressure Warning | LOW FUEL FILTER DIFF PRES WARNING | Warning | |
| 96-0 | High Fuel Level Shutdown | HIGH FUEL LEVEL SHUTDOWN | Shutdown | |
| 96-1 | Low Fuel Level Shutdown | LOW FUEL LEVEL SHUTDOWN | Shutdown | |
| 96-3 | Fuel Level Sensor Short High | FUEL LEVEL SENSOR SHORT HIGH | Info | |
| 96-4 | Fuel Level Sensor Short Low | FUEL LEVEL SENSOR SHORT LOW | Info | |
| 96-15 | High Fuel Level Warning | HIGH FUEL LEVEL WARNING | Warning | |
| 96-17 | Low Fuel Level Warning | LOW FUEL LEVEL WARNING | Warning | |
| 98-0 | High Engine Oil Level Shutdown | HIGH ENGINE OIL LVL SHUTDOWN | Shutdown | |
| 98-1 | Low Engine Oil Level Shutdown | LOW ENGINE OIL LVL SHUTDOWN | Shutdown | |
| 98-3 | Engine Oil Level Sensor Short High | ENGINE OIL LEVEL SENSOR SHORT HIGH | Info | |
| 98-4 | Engine Oil Level Sensor Short Low | ENGINE OIL LEVEL SENSOR SHORT LOW | Info | |
| 98-15 | High Engine Oil Level Warning | HIGH ENGINE OIL LVL WARNING | Warning | |
| 98-17 | Low Engine Oil Level Warning | LOW ENGINE OIL LVL WARNING | Warning | |
| 99-0 | High Oil Filter Differential Pressure Shutdown | HIGH OIL FILTER DIFF PRES SHUTDOWN | Shutdown | |
| 99-1 | Low Oil Filter Differential Pressure Shutdown | LOW OIL FILTER DIFF PRES SHUTDOWN | Shutdown | |
| 99-3 | Oil Filter Differential Pressure Sensor Short High | OIL FILTER DIFF PRES SENSOR SHORT HIGH | Info | |
| 99-4 | Oil Filter Differential Pressure Sensor Short Low | OIL FILTER DIFF PRES SENSOR SHORT LOW | Info | |
| 99-15 | High Oil Filter Differential Pressure Warning | HIGH OIL FILTER DIFF PRES WARNING | Warning | |
| 99-17 | Low Oil Filter Differential Pressure Warning | LOW OIL FILTER DIFF PRES WARNING | Warning | |
| 100-1 | Low Engine Oil Pressure Shutdown | LOW ENGINE OIL PRESS SHUTDOWN | Shutdown | |
| 100-3 | Engine Oil Pressure Sensor Short High | ENGINE OIL PRES SNSR SHORT HIGH | Info | |
| 100-4 | Engine Oil Pressure Sensor Short Low | ENGINE OIL PRES SNSR SHORT LOW | Info | |
| 100-17 | Low Engine Oil Pressure Warning | LOW ENGINE OIL PRESS WARNING | Warning | |
| 107-0 | High Air Filter Differential Pressure Shutdown | HIGH AIR FILTER DIFF PRES SHUTDOWN | Shutdown | |
| 107-1 | Low Air Filter Differential Pressure Shutdown | LOW AIR FILTER DIFF PRES SHUTDOWN | Shutdown | |
| 107-3 | Air Filter Differential Pressure Sensor Short High | AIR FILTER DIFF PRES SENSOR SHORT HIGH | Info | |
| 107-4 | Air Filter Differential Pressure Sensor Short Low | AIR FILTER DIFF PRES SENSOR SHORT LOW | Info | |
| 107-15 | High Air Filter Differential Pressure Warning | HIGH AIR FILTER DIFF PRES WARNING | Warning | |
| 107-17 | Low Air Filter Differential Pressure Warning | LOW AIR FILTER DIFF PRES WARNING | Warning | |
| 110-0 | High Engine Coolant Temperature Shutdown | HIGH ENGINE COOLANT TEMP SHUTDOWN | Shutdown | |
| 110-3 | Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor Short High | ENG COOL TEMP SENSOR SHORT HIGH | Info | |
| 110-4 | Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor Short Low | ENG COOL TEMP SENSOR SHORT LOW | Info | |
| 110-15 | High Engine Coolant Temperature Warning | HIGH ENGINE COOLANT TEMP WARNING | Warning | |
| 110-17 | Low Engine Coolant Temperature Warning | LOW COOLANT TEMP WARNING | Warning | |
| 111-0 | High Engine Coolant Level Shutdown | HIGH ENG COOL LEVEL SHUTDOWN | Shutdown | |
| 111-1 | Low Engine Coolant Level Shutdown | LOW ENG COOL LEVEL SHUTDOWN | Shutdown | |
| 111-3 | Engine Coolant Level Sensor Short High | ENGINE COOLANT LEVEL SENSOR SHORT HIGH | Info | |
| 111-4 | Engine Coolant Level Sensor Short Low | ENGINE COOLANT LEVEL SENSOR SHORT LOW | Info | |
| 111-15 | High Engine Coolant Level Warning | HIGH ENG COOL LEVEL WARNING | Warning | |
| 111-17 | Low Engine Coolant Level Warning | LOW ENG COOL LEVEL WARNING | Warning | |
| 137-0 | High Fire Extinguisher Pressure Shutdown | HIGH FIRE EXTNG PRES SHUTDOWN | Shutdown | |
| 137-1 | Low Fire Extinguisher Pressure Shutdown | LOW FIRE EXTNG PRES SHUTDOWN | Shutdown | |
| 137-3 | Fire Extinguisher Pressure Sensor Short High | FIRE EXTING PRES SENSOR SHORT HIGH | Info | |
| 137-4 | Fire Extinguisher Pressure Sensor Short Low | FIRE EXTING PRES SENSOR SHORT LOW | Info | |
| 137-15 | High Fire Extinguisher Pressure Warning | HIGH FIRE EXTNG PRES WARNING | Warning | |
| 137-17 | Low Fire Extinguisher Pressure Warning | LOW FIRE EXTNG PRES WARNING | Warning | |
| 167-17 | Low Battery Charging System Voltage Warning | LOW BATTERY CHARGING SYS VOLT WARN | Warning | |
| 168-0 | High Battery Voltage Shutdown | HIGH BATTERY VOLTAGE SHUTDOWN | Shutdown | |
| 168-15 | High Battery Voltage Warning | HIGH BATTERY VOLTAGE WARNING | Warning | |
| 168-17 | Low Battery Voltage Warning | LOW BATTERY VOLTAGE WARNING | Warning | |
| 171-0 | High Ambient Air Temperature Shutdown | HIGH AMBIENT AIR TEMP SHUTDOWN | Shutdown | |
| 171-1 | Low Ambient Air Temperature Shutdown | LOW AMBIENT AIR TEMP SHUTDOWN | Shutdown | |
| 171-3 | Ambient Air Temperature Sensor Short High | AMBIENT AIR TEMP SENSOR SHORT HIGH | Info | |
| 171-4 | Ambient Air Temperature Sensor Short Low | AMBIENT AIR TEMP SENSOR SHORT LOW | Info | |
| 171-15 | High Ambient Air Temperature Warning | HIGH AMBIENT AIR TEMP WARNING | Warning | |
| 171-17 | Low Ambient Air Temperature Warning | LOW AMBIENT AIR TEMP WARNING | Warning | |
| 173-0 | High Exhaust Temperature Shutdown | HIGH EXHAUST TEMP SHUTDOWN | Shutdown | |
| 173-1 | Low Exhaust Temperature Shutdown | LOW EXHAUST TEMP SHUTDOWN | Shutdown | |
| 173-3 | Exhaust Temperature Sensor Short High | EXHAUST TEMPERATURE SENSOR SHORT HIGH | Info | |
| 173-4 | Exhaust Temperature Sensor Short Low | EXHAUST TEMPERATURE SENSOR SHORT LOW | Info | |
| 173-15 | High Exhaust Temperature Warning | HIGH EXHAUST TEMP WARNING | Warning | |
| 173-17 | Low Exhaust Temperature Warning | LOW EXHAUST TEMP WARNING | Warning | |
| 175-0 | High Engine Oil Temperature Shutdown | HIGH ENGINE OIL TEMP SHUTDOWN | Shutdown |
Showing the first 80 of 176 codes.
Extracted from the manufacturer documentation linked to this model. Values are copied as printed; confirm against your unit's manual and serial number.
Procedures
12Alignment Of Electric Sets With Supports At The Flywheel Housing / Installation Of A New Generator Or Flexible Plates adjustment
Tools: crane, dial indicator, shims, torque wrench
- Loosen all bolts connecting base to foundation; loosen all bolts fastening engine supports and generator supports to base.
- Ensure enough clearance between bolts and bolt holes in base, engine supports, generator supports at all locations.
- Check clearance between base and foundation at all mounting locations; use shims to prevent deflection; tighten base-to-foundation bolts to final torque.
- While generator supported by crane, loosen all bolts (2) fastening generator to flywheel housing; tighten alternate bolts to final torque; check clearance between base and engine and generator support
- Tighten all bolts fastening engine supports and generator supports to base to half of final torque; loosen all bolts (2); measure gap between generator and flywheel housing; ensure bolts centered in c
- Gaps at (E), (F), (G), (H) should be more than 0.03 mm (0.001 inch) and less than 0.13 mm (0.005 inch); adjust shims or move rear of generator right or left.
- After shim correction, tighten generator support bolts to half of final torque 450 N-m (332 Ib ft); check gaps; repeat until 0.13 mm (0.005 inch) or less; begin with Step 5.
- Install dial indicator on base with tip next to support mounting bolt (4); put tip on support (3); check while tightening bolt to final torque; if indicator moves more than 0.13 mm (0.005 inch), insta
Alignment Of Electric Sets Without Supports At The Flywheel Housing adjustment
Tools: shims, torque wrench
- Loosen all bolts connecting base to foundation; loosen all bolts fastening generator supports and engine supports to base.
- Ensure clearance between bolts and bolt holes in base, engine supports, generator supports at all locations.
- Check clearance between base and foundation at all mounting locations; use shims to prevent base deflection; tighten base-to-foundation bolts to final torque.
- Check clearance between base and engine, base and engine supports, base and generator supports over entire length; use shims to prevent support deflection; tighten all mounting bolts to final torque.
Belts - Adjusting the Alternator Belt adjustment
- Remove the drive belt guard.
- Loosen mounting bolt (1), adjusting nuts (2) and mounting bolt (3).
- Turn adjusting nuts (2) to increase or decrease drive belt tension.
- Tighten adjusting nuts (2), mounting bolt (3), and mounting bolt (1).
- Reinstall the drive belt guard.
- If new belts installed, recheck tension after 30 minutes at rated rpm.
Belts - Inspect/Adjust/Replace adjustment
⚠ Slippage of loose belts can reduce efficiency of driven components
⚠ Too tight belts place unnecessary stress on components
- Remove the drive belt guard.
- Loosen mounting bolt, adjusting nuts and mounting bolt.
- Turn adjusting nuts to increase or decrease drive belt tension.
- Tighten adjusting nuts and both mounting bolts to proper torque.
- Reinstall the drive belt guard.
- If new drive belts are installed, recheck tension after 30 minutes.
Electronic Control Module (Generator Set) - Configure adjustment
⚠ Ensure that the fault protection timer is ENABLED for events that will cause a SHUTDOWN EVENT during Start-Up (LOW OIL PRESS, UNDER VOLTAGE, UNDER FREQ, UNDER SPEED).
- From main menu highlight PREFERENCES; set CONTRAST, BACKLIGHT, PRESSURE, TEMPERATURE, VOLUME, and LANGUAGE.
- Press ESCAPE to return to the main menu and highlight CONFIGURE.
- Press DOWN until SETPOINTS is highlighted.
- Scroll to AUTOMATIC START/STOP and adjust setpoints to desired values.
- Highlight ENG COOL TEMP; select Data Link for ADEM3/ADEM4 or I/O PIN otherwise.
- Highlight ENG OIL PRES MONITOR; select I/O PIN or Data Link.
- Highlight ENG SPEED MONITOR and input the flywheel teeth number.
- Highlight GEN AC MONITOR and adjust setpoints and input values.
- Highlight GEN OVER/UNDER FREQ and adjust setpoints and values.
- Highlight GEN OVER/UNDER VOLT and adjust setpoints and values.
- Highlight SPARE ANALOG INPUT; enable and configure if used.
- Highlight EVENT RESPONSE CONFIG and select the event responses and checkboxes.
Rechecking The Alignment adjustment
Tools: torque wrench, shims
- Loosen the sixteen close coupled adapter bolts (2); visually ensure they are centered in clearance holes.
- Check gaps at 3, 6, 9, and 12 o'clock positions; use 2, 4, 8, and 10 o'clock if 12 and 6 are inaccessible.
- If gaps are between 0.03 mm (0.001 inch) and 0.13 mm (0.005 inch), tighten all bolts; alignment check complete. If not, loosen bolts fastening generator to base frame; adjust shims; move rear of gener
- After adjustment, tighten generator mounting bolts to one half of standard torque 450 N-m (332 lb ft); repeat procedure starting with Step 1.
Speed Sensor (Engine) - Adjust adjustment
⚠ Do not allow speed sensor to turn as locknut is tightened.
- Remove the speed sensor from the flywheel housing and remove all debris from the tip.
- Align a ring gear tooth directly in the center of the threaded sensor opening.
- By hand, screw the speed sensor into the hole until the end contacts the gear tooth.
- Turn the sensor counterclockwise through 270 degrees (three-fourths turn).
- Tighten locknut to 25 ± 5 N·m (18 ± 4 lb ft). Do not allow the sensor to turn.
Air Shutoff - Test (ADEM II Engine Control Modules) diagnostic
⚠ Check the wiring for the air shutoff switches, and for the solenoids
- Do not start the engine; ensure engine control is OFF.
- Verify both air shutoff gates latched OPEN and switches connected.
- Turn panel power ON; gates should remain open.
- Activate EMERGENCY STOP; both gates should close.
- Reset; latch only right gate; power ON; right gate should close.
- Latch only left gate; power ON; left gate should close.
- Operate engine normally; ensure gates remain latched.
Generator Winding Insulation - Test diagnostic
⚠ High voltage can cause electrocution. Discharge instrument leads and generator windings.
Tools: 300-8648 Insulation Testing Gp
- Take the generator out of service.
- Visually inspect generator for moisture. If moisture exists, dry the unit first.
- Inspect installation. Determine equipment that will be tested.
- Discharge capacitance of the windings. Disconnect 'T0' from ground.
- Disconnect sensing lead wires for regulator and PT leads of load share module.
- Connect insulation tester Black lead to ground; RED lead to 'T0'.
- Set voltage to rated voltage. Apply voltage; observe readings at 30 and 60 seconds.
- Record 60 second reading (correct for temperature), temperature, and humidity.
Installation Of The Generator For Generator Sets That Are Equipped With A 3500 Engine installation
⚠ Damage to engine and generator can result if electric set is operated with a plate assembly that does not have proper clearance.
⚠ If N or O is less than initial A, disassemble and check coupling plate for bowing; replace if bowed.
Tools: dial indicator, straight edge, magnetic bases, crane, torque wrench, 17 5N-4478 Plates
- Ensure generator is disengaged from engine; clean generator support and base contact surfaces; remove protective material from flywheel pilot bearing bore and coupling contact surface.
- Remove two engine side covers; rotate engine until no. 1 crankshaft throw is perpendicular; measure crankshaft end play with dial indicator; record as A and divide by two for B.
- With crankshaft at extreme forward position, measure distance from straight edge to flywheel housing mounting surface (C) and flywheel pilot surface (D); subtract D from C for E.
- Remove coupling bolts and washers; remove plates, shims, and exhaust fan; lift rotor; locate rotor so air gap equal; move rotor to extreme rear.
- Place dial indicator on vertical surface of heat sink at rear of rotor shaft; measure rotor end play (approximately 3.81 to 7.62 mm); record F and divide by two for G.
- Move rotor to extreme rear; position straight edge across mounting ring diameter; measure distance to mounting ring surface (H) and hub mounting surface (I); subtract H from I for J.
- Bolt a standard set of 17 5N-4478 Plates together; measure thickness in two locations along contour; average as K.
- Determine number of shims: subtract B, E, G, K from J for L; divide L by 0.8 mm (0.03 inch) for M; round up.
- Put coupling plate in flywheel bore; check clearance between coupling plate outside diameter and flywheel bore inside diameter.
- Install coupling plate assembly, bolts (6) and calculated shims; tighten bolts (5) in 180 degree intervals in three stages to 525 + 25 N-m (390 + 20 lb ft).
- Install guide bolts in flywheel; put generator on engine; install bolts (10); tighten to 100 N-m (75 lb ft) in pairs at 180 degree intervals in three stages.
- While crane supports generator, place dial indicator on heat sink vertical surface; push generator forward within + 0.50 mm (+ 0.0200 inch) of midpoint of end play.
- Install fan mounting bolts (11) into flywheel; tighten to 200 N-m (150 Ib ft) in pairs at 180 degree intervals in three stages.
- Place dial indicators on no. 1 crankshaft throw and heat sink; push crankshaft forward; check crankshaft end play 0.178 to 0.635 mm and heat sink end play 0.076 to 0.635 mm; record N and O.
- If N or O is less than initial A, disassemble; check coupling plate for bowing; replace if bowed; check calculations; install generator and repeat steps 13 and 15.
Installation Of The Generator For Generator Sets That Are Not Equipped With A 3500 Engine installation
⚠ Damage to engine and generator can result if electric set is operated with a plate assembly that does not have proper clearance.
Tools: dial indicator, indicator assembly, bar, torque wrench, guide bolt, crane
- Remove dirt, burrs, paint from generator support and base contact surfaces; remove protective material from flywheel pilot bearing bore and coupling contact surface.
- Remove timing pointer cover; install indicator assembly on front of engine; tip contacts crankshaft pulley face.
- Position plate assembly in flywheel bore; check clearance between plate outside diameter and bore inside diameter.
- Install full shim pack and plate assembly on generator with bolts; tighten bolts to 525 + 45 N-m (390 + 30 lb ft).
- Install guide bolt in flywheel; put generator on engine; install bolts (9) and (10); tighten but do not bend locks under bolts (8).
- Use dial indicator to check crankshaft end play; if reading differs from initial, remove generator and enough shims to get original end play.
- Install generator again and check crankshaft end play; after correct shims, bend locks under bolts (8).
Aftercooler Core - Inspect/Clean maintenance
⚠ Do not use a high concentration of caustic cleaner
⚠ Do not use high pressure when the fins are cleaned
- Remove the core.
- Turn the aftercooler core on one side; remove accessible debris.
- Back flush the core with cleaner.
- Remove the drain plug; steam clean the core; flush the fins.
- Wash the core with hot, soapy water.
- Flush thoroughly with clean, fresh water until clear.
- Dry the core with compressed air opposite to normal flow direction.
- Inspect O-rings/seals; pressure test for leaks; install the core.
Extracted from the manufacturer documentation linked to this model. Values are copied as printed; confirm against your unit's manual and serial number.
Voltage reconnection
| Voltage | Phase | Connection | Leads | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3-wire delta | Open Delta configuration of external potential transformers (PT) | Allows accurate measurement of power parameters including unbalanced loads and circulating current. Real power phase A, B, C and power factor phase A, B, C can not be determined. Two potential transformers allow maximum accuracy. | ||
| 4-wire wye | Open Delta configuration of external potential transformers (PT) | Results in less accurate measurement of all power parameters when loads are unbalanced and neutral current is present. Real power phase A, B, C and power factor phase A, B, C can not be determined and are not shown. | ||
| 4-wire wye | Wye configuration of external potential transformers (PT) | Allows accurate measurement of all power parameters by the EMCP3 including when loads are unbalanced and neutral current is present. Preferred configuration for 4-wire wye generators. | ||
| 600 | 3 | wye (10 wire) | 10 wire | Brushless SR4B generator; 0.7 pf; voltage regulator optional; space heater and 100 ohm platinum temperature detectors standard |
Extracted from the manufacturer documentation linked to this model. Values are copied as printed; confirm against your unit's manual and serial number.
Common questions
What is the power rating of the Caterpillar 3516?
The Caterpillar 3516 is rated 1490 kW standby (2000.0 kVA).
Which engine powers the Caterpillar 3516?
The Caterpillar 3516 is powered by the Caterpillar 3516B engine.
What kind of fuel does the Caterpillar 3516 run on?
The Caterpillar 3516 runs on diesel.
What is the coolant capacity of the Caterpillar 3516?
The Caterpillar 3516 cooling system holds 440 liters (116.2 US gallons) for the radiator system including the engine, per the manufacturer specification sheet.
What is the continuous rating of the Caterpillar 3516?
The Caterpillar 3516 is rated 1384 kW prime (2000 kVA), against 1490 kW standby.
What is the dry weight of the Caterpillar 3516?
The Caterpillar 3516 has a dry weight of 8029 kg (17700 lb).
How big is the fuel tank on the Caterpillar 3516?
The Caterpillar 3516 has a 300000 liter (79252 US gallon) fuel tank.
What voltages is the Caterpillar 3516 available in?
The Caterpillar 3516 is offered in 600 V, 3 phase-phase.
What alternator comes on the Caterpillar 3516?
The Caterpillar 3516 uses a SR4 alternator.
Which oil filter part number does the Caterpillar 3516 take?
The Caterpillar 3516 uses oil filter part number 1R0719. Equivalents: FLEETGUARD HF6097, BALDWIN PT189, CATERPILLAR 1M9150.
What fuel filter does the Caterpillar 3516 use?
The Caterpillar 3516 uses fuel filter part number 1R0750.
Which air filter part number does the Caterpillar 3516 take?
The Caterpillar 3516 uses air filter part number 8N6309.
Repair guides
14- Aftercooler Core - Inspect/Clean
- Air Shutoff - Test (ADEM II Engine Control Modules)
- Air Shutoff - Test (Engines with ADEM II ECM)
- Batteries - Replace
- Belts - Adjusting the Alternator Belt
- Electronic Control Module (Generator Set) - Configure
- Electronic Control Module (Generator Set) - Replace
- Engine Crankcase Breather - Clean
- Event Clearing (Procedure For Clearing Events)
- Event Viewing
- Fuel System Primary Filter - Clean/Inspect/Replace
- Generator Winding Insulation - Test
- Speed Sensor (Engine) - Adjust
- Turbocharger - Cleaning and Inspecting
Step-by-step procedures compiled from the Caterpillar service manual for this model.
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Fuel consumption
| Rating | Load | L/h | gal/h |
|---|---|---|---|
| Prime | 100% | 275.6 | 72.8 |
Source — consumption: cat-3516-4256.
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