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P216, P218
P220, P224
Performer Series
Printed in U.S.A. 965-0762
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Safety Precautions .
It is recommended that you read your engine manual and
become thoroughly acquainted with your equipment before
you start the engine.
This symbol if used warns of imme-
diate hazards which will result in
severe personal injury or death.
1 This symbol refers io a hazard or
LAWARNING unsafe practice which can result in
severe personal injury or death.
This symbol refers to a hazard or
unsafe practice which can result in
personal injury or product or properfy damage.
Fuels, electrical equipment, batteries, exhaust gases and
moving parts present potential hazards that can result in
serious, personal injury. Take care in following these recom-
mended procedures. All local, state and federal codes should
be consulted and complied with.
This engine is not designed or in-
IeWARNiNG’ fendedforuseinanytype ofaircraft.
Use of this engine in aircraft can result in engine failure
and causes serious personal injury or death.
General
0 Provide appropriate fire extinguishersand install them in
convenient locations. Use an extinguisher rated ABC by
NFPA.
0 Make sure that all fasteners on the engine are secure and
accurately torqued. Keep guards in position over fans,
driving belts, etc.
0 If it is necessary to make adjustments while the engine is
running, use extreme caution when close to hot exhausts,
moving parts, etc.
Protect Against Moving Parts
0 Do not wear loose clothing in the vicinity of moving parts.
such as PTO shafts. flywheels, blowers, couplings, fans,
belts, etc.
0 Keep your hands away from moving parts.
Batteries
Before starting work on the engine. disconnect batteries
to prevent inadvertent starting of the engine.
DO NOT SMOKE while servicing batteries. Lead acid
batteries give off a highly explosive hydrogen gas which
can be ignited by flame, electrical arcing or by smoking.
Verify battery polarity before connecting battery cables.
Connect negative cable last.
Fuel System
DO NOT fill fuel tanks while engine is running.
DO NOT smoke or use an open flame in the vicinity of the
engine or fuel tank. Internal combustion engine fuels are
highly flammable.
Fuel lines must be of steel piping, adequately secured,
and free from leaks. Piping at the engine should be
approved flexible line. Do not use copper piping for
flexible lines as copper will work harden and become
brittle enough to break.
Be sure all fuel supplies have a positive shutoff valve.
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Exhaust System
0 Exhaust products of any internal combustion engine are
toxic and can cause injury, or death if inhaled. All engine
applications, especially those within a confined area,
should be equipped with an exhaust system to discharge
gases to the outside atmosphere.
0 Do not use exhaust gases to heat a compattment.
0 Make sure that your exhaust system is free of leaks.
Ensure that exhaust manifolds are secure and are not
warped by bolts unevenly torqued.
Exhaust Gas is Deadly!
Exhaust gases contain carbon monoxide, a poisonous gas
that can cause unconsciousness and death. It is an odorless
and colorless gas formed during combustion of hydrocarbon
fuels. Symptoms of carbon monoxide poisoning are:
0 Dizziness 0 Vomiting
Headache 0 Muscular Twitching
0 Weakness and Sleepiness
If you experience any of these symptoms, get out into fresh air
immediately, shut down the unit and do not use until it has
been inspected.
The best protection against carbon monoxide inhalation is
proper installation and regular, frequent inspections of the
complete exhaust system. If you notice a change in the sound
or appearance of exhaust system, shut the unit down
immediatelyand have it inspected and repaired at once by a
competent mechanic.
0 Throbbing in Temples
Cooling System
.
0 Coolants under pressure havea higher boiling point than
water. DO NOT open a radiator pressure cap when
coolant temperature is above 212OF (100°C) or while
engine is running.
Keep the Unit and Surrounding Area Clean
0 Make sure that oily rags are not left on or near the enginc
0 Remove all unnecessary grease and oil from the unit.
Accumulated grease and oil can cause overheating and
subsequent engine damage and present a potential fire
hazard.
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Table of Contents
TITLE PAGE
General Information ................................................... .I-1
Specifications ........................................................ .2-I
Dimensions and Clearances ........................................... .3-1
Assembly Torques and Special Tools ................................... .4-1
Engine Troubleshooting ............................................... .5-1
Oil System ........................................................... .6-1
Fuel System .......................................................... .7-1
Ignition and Battery Charging .......................................... .8-1
Engine Wiring Diagram ................................................ .8-7
Starting System.. ..................................................... .9-1
Engine Disassembly, ................................................. 10-1
~AWARNING I
EXHAUST GAS IS DEADLY!
Exhaust gases from all fuels (including diesel, gasoline, 1iqu.J propane, natura
gas) contain carbon monoxide, an odorless and colorless gas. Carbonmonoxide
is poisonous and can cause unconsciousness and death. Symptoms of carbon
monoxide poisoning can include:
0 Dizziness
0 Nausea 0 Muscular Twitching
0 Headache 0 Vomiting
0 Weakness and Sleepiness
0 Throbbing in Temples
0 Inability to Think Coherently
IF YOU OR ANYONE ELSE EXPERIENCEANY OF THESESYMPTOMS, GET OUT
INTO THE FRESH AIR IMMEDIATELY. If symptoms persist, seek medical
attention. Shut down the unit and do not operate until it has been inspected and
repaired.
Protection against carbon monoxide inhalation includes proper installation,
ventilation and regular, frequent visual and audible inspections of the complete
exhaust system.
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General Information
INTRODUCTION
This manual deals with specific mechanical and elec-
trical information needed by engine mechanics for
troubleshooting, servicing, repairing, or overhaulingthe
engine.
Usethe separatePARTS MANUALfor parts identification
and for establishingtheir proper location on assemblies.
The PARTS MANUALcontains detailedexploded views
of each assembly and the individual piece part numbers
and their proper names for ordering replacement parts.
The illustrations and procedures presented in each
section apply to the engines listed on the cover. The
flywheel-blower end of the engine is the front end so
right and left sidesaredeterminedby viewing theengine
from the front. The No. 1 cylinder is on the left, No. 2
cylinder is on the right.
If a major repair or an overhaul is necessary, a competent
mechanic should either do the job or supervise and
check the work of the mechanic assigned to the job to
ensure that all dimensions, clearances and torque
values are within the specified tolerances.
Use the table of contents for a quick reference to the
separate engine system sections.
The troubleshooting guide is provided as a quick
reference for locating and correcting engine trouble.
The wiring diagram shows how the electrical compo-
nents are interconnected.
The disassembly section contains major overhaul
procedures for step by step removal, disassembly,
inspection, repair, and assembly of the engine
components.
See the Operator’s Manualfor fuel and engine oil recom-
mendations and the Periodic Maintenance Schedule.
Use only Genuine Onan replacement parts to ensure
quality and the best possible repair and overhaul
results. When ordering parts, always use the complete
model and spec number as well as the serial number
shown on the nameplate.
ENGINE MODEL REFERENCE
Identify your model by referring to the model and
specification (spec letter) as shown on the unit name-
plate. Always use these numbers and the engine serial
number when making reference to your engine.
How to interpret MODEL and SPEC NO.
P 2 16 G - I / 10464 A
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
1 2 3 4 5 6 7
I AWARNING I
Factory code for general identification of basic
engine series.
Number of cylinders.
BHP rating.
Fuel required (G = horizontal shaft, V = vertical
shaft).
Engine duty cycle.
Factory code for designated optional equipment, if
any.
Specification (spec letter) which advances with
factory production modifications.
INCORRECT SERVICE OR REPLACEMENT OF PARTS CAN RESULT IN
SEVERE PERSONAL INJURY AND/OR EQUIPMENT DAMAGE. SERVICE
PERSONNEL MUST BE QUALIFIED TO PERFORM ELECTRICAL AND/OR
MECHANICAL SERVICE.
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Specifications
This manual contains SI metric equivalents that follow immediately in parentheses
after the US. customary units of measure.
UNIT OF SERIES
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SPECIFICATION MEASURE P216 P218 P220 P224
Number of Cylinders 2 2 2 2
Bore in 3.250 3.250 3.250 3.560
(mm) (82.55) (82.55) (82.55) (90.42)
Stroke in 2.625 2.875 2.875 3.000
(mm) (66.68) (73.03) (73.03) (76.20)
(cm3) (71 0) (782) (782) (983)
Compression Ratio 6.5 to 1 7.0 to 1 7.0 to 1 7.0 to 1
Rated Speed (Maximum) RPM 3600 3600 3600 3600
Power at BHP 16 18 20 24
Oil Capacity*
Displacement cu in 43.3 47.7 47.7 59.7
Rated Speed (kW) (1 1.9) (13.4) (1 4.9) (1 7.9)
Without Filter (litre) (1.4) (1.4) (1.4) (1.4)
Medium Capacity Base Qts 2.2 2.2 2.2 2.2
Without Filter (litre) (2.1) (2.1) (2.1) (2.1)
Standard Base Qts 1.5 1.5 1.5 1.5
High Capacity Base Qts 2.7 2.7 2.7 2.7
Without Filter (litre) (2.6) (2.6) (2.6) (2.6)
Oil Filter Capacity Qts .3 .3 .3 .3
(litre) (.3) (.3) (.3) (.3)
Crankshaft Rotation
Valve Clearance (Cold)
(viewed from flywheel) Clockwise Clockwise Clockwise Clockwise
Intake in ,005 ,005 .005 ,005
Exhaust in .013 .013 .013 .013
Spark Plug Gap in ,025 .025 .025 .025
(mm) (64) (.64) (.64) (.64)
. (mm) (.13) (.13) (.13) (.13)
(mm) (.33) (.33) (.33) (.33)
Ignition Timing BTC 20" 20" 20" 20"
Cylinder Compression psi 75 to 115 75 to 115 75 to 115 75 to 115
* - Refer to MAlNTENANCE section.
(kPa) (517 to 793) (51 7 to 793) (517 to 793) (517 to 793)
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Dimensions and Clearances
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P216, P218, P220
All clearancesgiven at room temperature of 70°F. (21OC).All dimensionsin inches (approximatemillimeter dimensions
in parentheses) unless otherwise specified.
DESCRIPTION MINIMUM MAXIMUM
Inches (mm) Inches (mm)
CYLINDER BLOCK
Cylinder Bore Honed Diameter ............................ 3.2490 (82.52) 3.2500 (82.55)
Maximum Allowable
Out-of-Round ......................................... 0.003 (0.08)
Main Bearing Inside Diameter (Without bearing) ............. 2.1 870 (55.55) 2.1 880 (55.58)
Main Bearing Inside Diameter (Installed service bearing) ..... 2.0015 (50.84) 2.0040 (50.90)
Camshaft Bearing Bore (Installed service bearing) ........... 1.3757 (34.94) 1.3787 (35.02)
CRANKSHAFT
Main Bearing Journal Diameter ............................ 1.9992 (50.78) 2.0000 (50.80)
Main Bearing Clearance .................................. 0.0024 (0.061) 0.0042 (0.1 07)
Connecting Rod Journal Diameter ......................... 1.6252 (41.28) 1.6260 (41.30)
Crankshaft End Play.. .................................... 0.0060 (0.152) 0.01 20 (0.305)
Taper ................................................. 0.005 (0.13)
CONNECTING ROD
Large Bore Diameter (Rod bolts properly torqued) ........... 1.6280 (41.35) 1.6285 (41.36)
End Play ................................................ 0.0020 (0.051) 0.01 60 (0.406)
Piston Pin Bushing Bore (Finished bore) .................... 0.6879 (17.47) 0.6882 (1 7.48)
Bearing to Crankshaft Clearance.. ......................... 0.0020 (0.051) 0.0033 (0.084)
CAMSHAFT
Bearing Journal Diameter ................................. 1.3740 (34.90) 1.3745 (34.91)
Bearing Clearance ....................................... 0.0015 (0.038) 0.0030 (0.076)
0.0480 (1.219)
Lobe Height
End Play ................................................ 0.0110 (0.279)
P216, P218 Intake.. .................................... 1.1 370 (28.88)
P216, P218 Exhaust .................................... 1.1 570 (29.39)
P220 Intake.. .......................................... 1.1670 (29.64)
P220 Exhaust.. ........................................ 1.1 570 (29.39)
PISTON
Clearance in Cylinder
Measure 90° to pin 1.187 inch below top of piston ......... 0.0033 (0.084) 0.0053 (0.1 35)
Piston Pin Bore 0.6877 (17.47) 0.6882 (1 7.48)
Ring Groove Width
..........................................
Top Compression Ring ................................. 0.0800 (2.032) 0.081 0 (2.057)
Bottom Oil Control Ring. ................................ 0.1 880 (4.775) 0.1 890 (4.800)
*
Middle Compression Ring., ............................. 0.0800 (2.032) 0.081 0 (2.057)
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P216. P218. P220
DESCRIPTION
PISTON PIN
Clearance in Piston ......................................
Clearance in Connecting Rod .............................
Diameter ................................................
PISTON RINGS
Clearance
Top Groove ...........................................
Ring End Gap in Cylinder .................................
INTAKE VALVE
Stem Diameter ...........................................
Clearance (Stem to Guide) ................................
Valve Face Angle ........................................
INTAKE VALVE SEAT
Seat Bore Diameter in Block ...............................
Seat Outside Diameter ....................................
Valve Seat Width .........................................
Valve Seat Angle .........................................
EXHAUST VALVE
Stem Diameter ...........................................
Clearance (Stem to Guide) ................................
Valve Face Angle ........................................
EXHAUST VALVE SEAT
Seat Bore Diameter in Block ...............................
Seat Outside Diameter ....................................
Valve Seat Width .........................................
Valve Seat Angle .........................................
VALVE GUIDE
Intake Inside Diameter ....................................
Exhaust inside Diameter ..................................
TAPPET
Body Diameter ...........................................
Bore Diameter ...........................................
Clearance in Bore ........................................
VALVE SPRINGS INTAKE AND EXHAUST
Valve Spring Free Length (Approx.) ........................
Valve Spring Length
Valve Open ............................................
Valve Closed ..........................................
Spring Load (Valve Open Length) ..........................
Spring Load (Valve Closed Length) .........................
GEAR BACKLASH
Timing Gear .............................................
Oil Pump Gear ...........................................
MINIMUM MAXIMUM
Inches (mm) Inches (mm)
0.00004 (0.001) 0.00064 (0.01 6)
0.0002 (0.005) 0.0007 (0.01 8)
0.6875 (17.46) 0.6877 (1 7.47)
0.0030 (0.076) 0.0080 (0.203)
0.01 00 (0.254) 0.0200 (0.508)
0.2795 (7.099) 0.2800 (7.1 12)
0.001 0 (0.025) 0.0025 (0.064)
44O
1.4395 (36.56) 1.4405 (36.59)
1.443 (36.65) 1.444 (36.68)
0.031 0 (0.787) 0.0470 (1.1 94)
45O
0.2780 (7.061) 0.2785 (7.074)
0.0020 (0.051) 0.0035 (0.089)
44"
1.1 890 (30.20) 1.1 900 (30.23)
1.1 920 (30.28) 1 . 1930 (30.30)
0.031 0 (0.787) 0.0470 (1.1 94)
45O
0.281 0 (7.137) 0.2820 (7.163)
0.2805 (7.1 25) 0.281 5 (7.150)
0.7475 (18.99) 0.7480 (1 9.00)
0.7500 (19.05) 0.751 5 (1 9-09)
0.0020 (0.051) 0.0040 (0.102)
1.600 (40.64)
1.055 (26.80)
1.346 (34.1 9)
55 Ib . (25 kg)
25 Ib . (11 kg)
0.001 0 (0.025) 0.0050 (0.1 27)
0.001 0 (0.025) 0.0080 (0.203)
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