Service Letter SL2012-567/AAB

Action code: AT FIRST OPPORTUNITY

Check of Camshaft
Coupling
Fitted Bolts

SL2012-567/AAB
December 2012

Concerns
Owners and operators of MAN B&W
Dear Sirs two-stroke marine diesel engines.
Type: MC and MC-C
Based on service experience, we have found it relevant to issue
an update to the already existing service letters SL1999-368 and Summary
SL2002-405. This update presents a slightly modified strategy for Update on inspection areas and intervals
inspection intervals and inspection areas as summarised below: based on the latest service experience.

 Different and graduated intervals between the chain drive mounted

assemblies and the remaining centre-installed units.

 Differentiated and possibly prolonged intervals based on inspec-

tion results.

 Recommended corrective actions based on results of inspection.

Yours faithfully

Mikael C Jensen Stig B Jakobsen

Vice President, Engineering Senior Manager, Operation

Head office (& postal address) PrimeServ Production Forwarding & Receiving MAN Diesel & Turbo
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Background Conclusion
It has come to our knowledge that, in a few cases, previ- The aim of the inspection strategy, as indicated in the dia-
ous service letters on the checking of camshaft coupling grams enclosed and the described corrective actions, is to
fitted bolts may have been overlooked by the operator, re- minimise the risk of subsequent problems to an absolute
sulting in broken camshafts and, in two cases, the forma- minimum, thereby ensuring the safe operation of the en-
tion of oil mist. gine for its entire lifetime.

Therefore, the purpose of this Service Letter is to specify

the, in our opinion, best suited strategy that considers the Practical information
expected long-life span of our engines and, furthermore, to  The specified bolt torques for the individual engine type
highlight that we distinguish between the adjustable cam- are listed in Fig. 1.
shaft bearings in the chain drive and in the remaining units.
 If tension of the bolts is found to be less than 85% of the
Because the bearings are adjustable, there is an elevated tension specified, the flange joint must be checked for
risk that they may have been incorrectly adjusted from the gaps in accordance with Fig. 2 before and after retight-
start. Another cause could be changes in service due to ening. The size of the gaps must be recorded.
operational aspects, such as incorrect tensioning of the
main chain(s), or changes to the original adjustment of the  Before commencing the inspection, ensure that the
bearings by wear mechanisms caused by, for instance, off- specified torque spanner and necessary attachments
spec. oil properties, or relative movement due to incorrect are available according to the instruction book on board
tension of the fixating bolts or similar. and the standard scope of tool supply.

On the other hand, centre-mounted “non-adjustable” bear-  Ensure that the consequence diagrams in Figs. 3 and 4
ings are less prone to change their original position/height, are followed strictly, and record the inspection intervals
unless wear in the camshaft bearings occurs. Wear in and findings in the plant maintenance system on board.
these bearings is rare and will only occur in case of severe
oil contamination or otherwise deteriorated oil properties. For questions or technical assistance, please contact
PrimeServ DT-CPH in Copenhagen using the following
In addition, we have experienced, in a few cases, that the email: dt-cph@mandieselturbo.com
original factory adjustment of the block-type bearings in
the chain drive, and the camshaft fitted bolts or their flange
holes were not manufactured according to the specified
tolerances.

Misaligned bearings and incorrect shrink-fit of the fitted

bolts may result in forces on the flange joints exceeding the
design values. If such a condition is overlooked, this can
eventually lead to loss of tension or loss of shrink-fit and,
subsequently, bolt breakage and/or parting of the bolted
flange joint.

Therefore, it is important to note that if parts and adjust-

ments comply with our specifications, and the operational
condition of the engine is maintained according to the in-
struction book and our operation manual, there is no risk of
bolt breakage and subsequent full parting of any camshaft
flange.

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Data and figures

Ref. Description Value Unit

Camshaft coupling bolts, tightening torque

D06-67 L 42 MC 130 Nm

D06-60 S/K/L 50 MC 300 Nm

D06-61 S/K/L 60 MC 460 Nm

D06-62 S/L 70 MC 700 Nm

D06-63 S/K/L 80 MC 985 Nm

D06-64 S/K/L 90 MC 1,350 Nm

D06-65 K98MC 1,650 Nm

D06-66 K98MC-C 1,650 Nm

.Fig. 1: Bolt tightening torque

Check the connection between the camshaft coupling

flanges with a 0.05 mm feeler gauge.

NOTE!
If any gap can be measured on the entire circumference
of the couplings, MAN Diesel & Turbo should be con-
tacted for further instructions.

Outside chain drive Inside chain drive

KM906-8.1 01 02

Fig. 2: Check with feeler gauge

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Bolts Outside Chain Drive

OK

Recheck after Recheck every NOT

OK
additional 8,000 R/H 5 years OK

OK

Check condition and

NOT
Interval: 1 year in service OK alignment – rectify as
Action: Check torque 85% needed
of spec.
OK
NO
T
OK
Recheck after
Retighten to spec. OK NOT
additional 8,000 R/H OK

Fig. 3: Inspection scheme for bolts placed outside the chain drive

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 Bolts Inside Chain Drive
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OK

Recheck after addi- Recheck for each

OK
tional 8,000 R/H 16,000 R/H NOT
OK
OK

Check condition
Interval: 1 year in service NOT and alignment –
OK
Action: Check torque 85% rectify as needed
of spec.
OK
NO
OK T
Recheck after
Retighten to spec. OK NOT
additional 8,000 R/H OK

Fig. 4: Inspection scheme for bolts placed inside the chain drive

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