Perkins 1506 — Fuel System - Prime
Maintenance
For the Perkins 1506, from the Perkins owner's manual.
Applies to: Perkins 1506A engine, Perkins 1506C engine, Perkins 1506D engine
Before you start
- Fuel leaked or spilled onto hot surfaces or electrical components can cause a fire.
- Do not crank the engine continuously for more than 30 seconds. Allow the starting motor to cool for two minutes before cranking again.
Procedure
- Ensure key switch is OFF, fuel tank is full, and fuel supply valve is ON.
- Unlock the fuel priming pump handle (1); turn counter clockwise and operate until strong pressure is felt.
- Press in the fuel pump handle and lock into the fuel pump body (2), turning clockwise.
- Start the engine.
- If the engine will not start, repeat Steps 2 to 3.
- Once the engine starts, allow it to operate with no load for 5 minutes.
Source: Perkins owner's manual. Steps and values are as documented; always cross-check against the official manual and any later revisions for your exact serial number before servicing.