M.1.

1724
*Rev. C
ELECTROMOTIVE

AINTENANCE

SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE PROGRAM

SW1000 - SW1001 - SW1500
SW1504 - MP15(DC)

INTRODUCTION 3. Engine coolant used will meet the specifications

in Maintenance Instruction 1748.
This Maintenance Instruction provides average
recommendations which should ensure satisfactory 4. Lubricating oil filters will be of a quality equal
locomotive operation and economical maintenance to original equipment and will be changed at the
cost where average load factors and average climatic intervals specified in this M. l.
conditions are encountered. It is intended to serve as
a guide when establishing maintenance schedules 5. Procedures listed in M.I. 1705 or 1707 will be
that will meet the particular requirements of followed for new locomotives and newly
individual operations. and planned economic life of installed replacement assemblies.
the locomotive.
INSTRUCTION REFERENCES
These recommendations are based on the following
conditions: Abbreviations are used in this instruction to
reference publications that contain information
l. Fuel oil used will meet the specifications of related to maintenance. The following examples are
Maintenance Instruction 1750. provided to aid in understanding the abbreviations
used.
2. l .ubricating oil used will meet the specifications
of the applicable Maintenance Instructions, ISM means Locomotive Service Manual
and will be changed at the intervals specified in EMM means Engine Maintenance Manual
this M.I. M.l. means Maintenance Instruction

*This bulletin is revised and supersedes previous issues of this number.

DE-L August 1980

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AFTER FIRST WEEK OF OPERATION

COOLING FAN

Check "V" belt tension. M.I. 1216

AFTER FIRST MONTH OF OPERATION

COOLING FAN

Check "V" belt tension. M.I. 1216

EVERY WEEK

LUBE OIL FILTERS

Check lube oil filter tank pressure. Checks can be made weekly or oftener at fueling or ~ '
turnaround points. Replace filter elements if tank
pressure so indicates.

FUEL FILTER

Check pressure differential at rack mounted filter Same note as immediatelv above.
gauge. (Where Used.) Use only pleated cotton-paper elements.

TRACTION MOTOR SUPPORT BEARING

Check lubricant level. Fill to overflow. M.I. l 756

TRACTION MOTOR GEAR CASE

Maintain lubricant at sufficient level to provide

full gear tooth dip into grease.

AUTOMATIC COOLING SYSTEM DRAIN

(Where Used)

Check drain valve operation. M.I. 582

EVERY MONTH

LUBE OIL

Take sample for analysis. The services of a competent laboratory may help to
monitor the suitability of the oil for continued use.

ENGINE PROTECTOR

Check operation. EMM, M.l. 259, or M.1. 260

GENERATOR PIT DRAINS

Inspect and clean, if needed.

AIR BOX DRAINS

Check operation and clean, if needed. EMM

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EVERY MONTH (CONT'D)

BATIERY

Check electrolyte level.

Check specific gravity.

Wash out battery boxes.

RADIATORS

Clean air passages. Operation in certain sections of the country and

during certain seasons will require more frequent
cleaning due to airborne seeds and leaves.

ENGII\IE AIR FILTER-PANEL TYPE OIL BATH

(Where Used)

Check oil level. M.I. 440

ENGINE AIR FILTER-PAPER OR FIBERGLASS

TYPE (Where Used)

Check indicator. If tripped. take manometer

readings and renew elements. if necessary.

CARBODY AIR FILTERS-IMPINGEMENT TYPE

I"""- (Where Used)

Remove, clean, and reinstall.

CARBODY AIR FILTERS-FIBERGLASS TYPE

(Where Used)

Replace. LSM

JOURNAL BOX

Maintain lubricant to full level on gauge. M.I. 1756, M.l. 1552, M.L 1553

EVERY TWO MONTHS

LUBE OIL FILTER

Change filter elements.

Clean lube oil strainer. Fill strainer housing with oil before starting engine.

FUEL FILTERS

Clean or replace suction strainer element. LSM

Change engine mounted filter elements. EMM. Use only elements equal to original
equipment.

Change rack mounted primary filter. (Where Used.) LSM. Use only pleated cotton-paper elements.

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EVERY THREE MONTHS

COOLING SYSTEM

Check inhibitor concentration. M.I. 1748

Check for proper automatic cooling system drain

operation. (Where Used.)

FUEL TANK

Drain condensate. LSM. More frequently during periods of high

humidity or rapid temperature change.

TRACTION MOTORS

Replace brushes (in sets only). M.I. 3900. Depending upon type of service and ~
operating conditions, brush life will range from 3 to
6 months.

Clean creepage areas and blow out with clean dry

air.

Visually inspect suspension bearing wick lubri- Clean and replace as necessary.
cators for dirt plugging of the wick and for
excessive wear.

ENGINE ArR FILTERS-PANEL TYPE OIL BATH

(Where Used)

Change oil. Drain and fill only. LSM

ENGINE AIR FILTE RS-PAPER (Where Used)

Take manometer readings. Renew elements if LSM

necessary.

ENGINE AIR FILTEAS-FIBERGLASS

Replace elements.

BATIE RY

Wash cell tops and apply petroleum jelly to

terminals.

Inspect battery boxes for damage or rust. Repair and paint if necessary.

LOW VOLTAGE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Check for grounds. LSM

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EVERY THREE MONTHS (CONT'D)

ENGINE

Inspect air box. FMM

Inspect crankcase. EMM

Tnspect crankshaft and connecting rods. EMM

Inspect pistons and piston rings. EMM

Inspect cylinder liners. EMM

Inspect cylinder head mechanism with engine EMM

idling and at operating temperature.

Inspect engine fuel lines and connections for leaks. EMM

Inspect engine water system for leaks. EMM. LSM

SPEED RECORDER AND DRIVE CABLE

(Where Used)

Lubricate. This item is not required for grease lubricated

recorders. Refer to speed recorder manufacturer's
bulletins.

DOOR HARDWARE

Lubricate hinges, latches, and linkage. M.I. 1756

EVERY SIX MONTHS

OIL SYSTEM

Change engine oil. LSM, EMM. Evaluation of engine and oil condition
should dictate the frequency of this item. Type of
service. type of oil. quality of filter elements, and
condition of engine will influence the frequency of
oil change.

Clean oil suction screens. EMM

Clean scavenging oil screens. EMM. Fill strainer housing with oil helore starting
engine.

Clean oil pan. EMM

Clean filter housing.

ENGINE

Check exhaust manifold base flange bolts for EMM

proper tightness.

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EVERY SIX MONTHS (CONT'D)

COOLING FAN

Grease pedestal bearings. LSM

Check "V" belt tension. M.I. 1216

MAIN GENERATOR

Inspect commutator brushes. M.L 3302 or M.I. 3304

Blow out with air and clean creepage surfaces.

MAIN RESERVOIR

Replace air filter element. (Where Used.) LSM

Check operation of automatic drain valves. LSM

(Where Used.)

VOLTAGE REGULATOR

Check auxiliary generator output voltage. LSM

GROUND RELAY

Check ground relay action. LSM

HANDBRAKE

Check operation and lubricate. M.I. 1577

CAB SEATS

Lubricate cab seat post and guide rails. Lubriplate 630-2 or equivalent.

EVERY YEAR

ENGINE BOLT AND NUT RETORQUING

Cylinder head crab nuts. Follow torquing procedures as outlined in the ~'
EMM.

Main lube oil and piston cooling oil pump shaft EMM
nut.

Head frame to crankca!e bolts. EMM

ENGINE

Replace top deck cover seals and check latches. EMM

Qualify injectors. EMM

Set injector timing and injector rack length. EMM

Check engine speed. EMM

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EVERY YEAR (CONT'D)

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Check ovcrspeed trip. EMM

Check governor pilot valve setting. EM M. If engine speed is changed, reset on governor
stand.

Remove and clean oil separator element. EMM

Inspect harmonic balancer. EMM

GOVERNOR

Change oil. M.L 1764

EXHAUST SYSTEM

Clean spark retention trap.

Tighten bands connecting manifold sections.

AIR COMPRESSOR

Clean air intake screen. (Where Used.) LSM

Clean air filter housing and replace air filter LSM

elements. Do not attempt to clean elements.

Change oil. M.l. 1756

ENGINE AIR FILTERS-PANEL TYPE OIL BATH

Change oil. Clean sump and filter media. M.I. 440

LUBE OIL FILTER

Remove oil filter bypass valve, clean, inspect, and M.l. 926
test.

MAGNET VALVES

Clean and replace seats. M.I. 4707

ELECTRICAL CABINETS

Air Filter (Where Used)

Change filter element.

Door Seals

Check for damage and leakage. Replace if

necessary. Adjust lock keeper, if required.

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EVERY YEAR (CONT'D)

ELECTRICAL CABINETS (CONT'D)

Contact Tips

Visually inspect tips of all power contactors,

reversers, and brake transfer switches. Replace
as required.

Check timing of time delay devices.

AUXILIARY GENERATOR

Inspect and replace brushes when required. Normal auxiliary generator brush life is between 21
Replace in sets. and 24 months.

AUTOMATIC TRANSITION CIRCUIT (Where

Used)

Check relay settings.

LOAD REGULATOR

Clean and inspect. Renew brushes if required. M.l. 4504

FUEL PUMP MOTOR

Inspect and clean with dry air. M.I. 4101

Replace brushes.

CAB HEATER BLOWER MOTOR (HOT WATER)

Replace brushes.

COOLING FAN AND ENGINE TEMPERATURE

SWITCHES

Check for proper operation and setting. LSM

Replace or recondition shutter magnet valves. M.I. 4707

RADIATORS

Clean or renew header screens after first year of The presence of metal chips at first cleaning or after
operation. Condition of screen at this inspection engine parts have been renewed is not an abnormal
can provide a basis for future cleaning. condition.

MAIN GENERATOR

Replace commutator brushes. M.I. 3302 or M.l. 3304

TRACTION MOTOR

Check air duct bellows for alignment and leakage.

Inspect wear plates and arm.

Replace support bearing wick lubricators. M.l. 3900

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EVERY YEAR (CONT'D)

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ALIGNMENT CONTROL COUPLER (Where Used)

Check for wear and alignment control engagement. M.I. 2703

COOLING SYSTEM

Inspect and perform pressure test. LSM

Replace pressure cap if defective.

BRAKE SLACK ADJUSTER SCREWS

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Use graphite grease. Keep surfaces coated.

TRUCK CENTER BEARING

Add two quarts of oil. LSM

MAIN RESERVOIR DRAIN VALVES

Clean and repair.

AUTOMATIC COOLING SYSTEM DRAIN

(Where Used)

Recondition automatic drain valve. M.I. 582

EVERY TWO YEARS

LUBE OIL COOLER

Check temperature differential between lube oil M.I. 928. Clean cooler if necessary, M.I. 927.
and cooling water into engine.

HOT OIL DETECTOR (Where Used)

Remove and check for operation at proper LSM

temperature.

GOVERNOR

Renew diaphragm. EMM

FUEL PUMP AND MOTOR

Replace coupling spider.

COOLING SYSTEM PRESSURE CAP

Replace cap.
Inspect filler neck for damage. Replace if damaged.

r ENGINE PROTECTOR

Replace. Qualify on test stand after renewing springs, "O"

rings, and diaphragm. M.I. 259 or M.I. 260.

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EVERY TWO YEARS (CONT'D)

ELECTRICAL CONTROL CIRCUITS

Check settings and operation of protective and

regulating devices and circuits.

COOLING FAN SHUTTER

Lubricate blade stems and bearing holes in frame

with powdered lubricant.

AIR COMPRESSOR (Gear Type Oil Pump) I

Renew oil filter. M.I. 1144

FUEL OIL PREHEATER (Where Used)

Renew thermostatic valve element.

EVERY THREE YEARS

ENGINE

Replace water pump seals and all worn parts. EMM

Replace injectors. EMM

NOTE
IF LOCOMOTIVE IS BEING USED PRIMARILY FOR ROAD SERVICE, PERFORM THE
ADDITIONAL ENGINE MAINTENANCE FUNCTIONS LISTED BELOW:

Replace cylinder assemblies. EMM

Inspect and qualify connecting rod bearings. EMM

Inspect and qualify piston cooling tubes. EMM

Inspect lower liner inserts and replace if EMM

required.

Install new thrust collars. EMM

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Install new lower main bearings. EMM

Check rocker arms, rocker arm bushings, and EMM

cam followers.

Check lash adjusters. EMM

Check exhaust valve timing. EMM

AIR COMPRESSOR

Recondition valves. M.I. 1144

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EVERY THREE YEARS (CONT'D)

TRACTION MOTORS

Replace. Replacement motors should be EMD Unit Exchange

or equivalent. Refer to non-scheduled maintenance
portion of this M.l.

MAIN GENERATOR

Jigstone commutator and clean slots. M.l. 3302 or M.L 3304

CAUTION
Do not stone commutator by hand.

COOLING SYSTEM

Replace flexible coupling seals.

COOLING FAN

Replace "V" belts. M.I. 1216

CAB HEATER'BLOWER MOTOR (Electric)

Replace brushes.

BATTERY BOXES

,,,.. Clean and paint.

SHUTTER AIR CYLINDERS

Replace piston, piston rod, and cylinder seals. Air test cylinder after seal replacement.

TRUCKS

Replace shock absorbers. (Where Used.) M.l. 1504

EVERY FOUR YEARS

ENGINE BLOWERS

Replace. Replacement should be EMD Unit Exchange or

equivalent.

BLOWER-TO-FILTER AIR DUCT (Where Used)

Replace.

GOVERNOR

Replace. Replacement should be EMD Unit Exchange or

equivalent.

FUEL PUMP AND MOTOR

Recondition. M.l. 4110, M.I. 4101

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EVERY FOUR YEARS (CONT'D)

AUXILIARY GENERATOR

Replace. M.I. 1753. Replacement should be EMO Unit

Exchange or equivalent.

Replace drive couplings. M.l. 1753

EVERY SIX YEARS

AIR COMPRESSOR

Recondition. M.l. 1144

Recondition drive coupling. M.I. 1753

ENGINE

Install new lower main bearings. EMM

Install new thrust collars. EMM

Replace crankshaft harmonic balancer. Recondition and requalify.

Replace oil pumps. EMM

Remove oil pressure relief valve; clean, inspect, EMM

and test.

Replace cylinder assemblies. EMM

Replace lower liner inserts. EMM

Inspect and qualify connecting rod bearings. EMM

Inspect and qualify piston cooling tubes. EMM

Check rocker arms, rocker arm bushings, and EMM

cam followers.

Check lash adjusters. EMM

Check exhaust valve timing. EMM

Inspect injector control linkage. Replace links, EMM

seals, and bearings, if required.

MAIN GENERATOR

Remove bearing cover and inspect for grease M.l. 3302 or M.I. 3304
contamination, excessive wear, and overheating.
Apply new grease.

MAIN RESERVOIR SYSTEM

Clean system and recondition valves.

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EVERY SIX YEARS (CONT'D)

COOLING FAN

Replace bearings.

Replace flexible drive coupling. (Where Used.)

EVERY TWELVE YEARS

ENGINE

Replace. Replacement should be EMD Unit Exchange or

equivalent.

MAIN GENERATOR

Replace. Replacement should be EMO Unit Exchange or

equivalent.

HIGH VOLTAGE CABLING

Renew. It is recognized that this work may not be required

at this particular time or mileage. However, shop
efficiency may require this operation at time of
engine and generator Unit Exchange.

LOW VOLTAGE WIRING

Renew. Same remark as immediately above.

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NON-SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE

A definite time or mileage schedule for items listed below cannot be established due to variations in wear and
component life related to operating conditions. ~

The following work is to be performed at wheel change time or when truck is removed for reconditioning.

PINION

Check for involute profile wear. M.l. 1518

Magnaflux.

AXLE GEAR

Check for involute profile wear. M.L 1518

Magnaflux.

AXLE

Magnaflux with wheels and inner races removed. M.l. 1518

TRACTION MOTOR

Check bearings using heat and noise test. M. I. 3900. Whenever truck assembly is removed
from locomotive, check traction motors for unusual
bearing noise or heat at not less than 1500 RPM.

Jigstonc commutator and clean slots. M.I. :WOO. Restore smooth and concentric surface ~
when inspection indicates need.

CAUTION
Do not stone commutator by hand.

JOURNAL BOXES/JOURNAL BEARINGS

Clean and recondition. M.I. 1552 or M.l. 1553

TRUCK ASSEMBLIES

Inspect, test. and repair or replace the following M.I.'s 1501, 1504, 1507
items as necessary; frame, bolster, wear plates,
liners, springs, spring seats, snubbers, brake
rigging, rubber bolster springs, shock absorbers,
and sander guides.

• • • • A Service Department Publication • • • •

Electro-Motive Division Of General Motors La Grange, Illinois 60625

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