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Overhaul outdoor power equipment engines

Overhaul outdoor power equipment engines

Unit of competency
National Code
AURPTE104
State Code
OCL74
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
13/11/2020
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
31/03/2021
Field of Education
030503 - Vehicle Mechanics
Original Release Date
31/03/2021
Nominal Hours
32
Description
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to return outdoor power equipment engines to original manufacturer tolerances and clearances. The unit involves preparing for the task, dismantling and evaluating the engine, carrying out the overhaul procedures, reassembling and testing the engine, and completing workplace processes and documentation.The unit applies to those working in the outdoor power equipment and the engines may be two and four stroke spark ignition and four stroke compression ignition engines. The unit does not apply to light or heavy vehicle engines. This unit does not apply to light or heavy vehicle engines.No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Prepare to dismantle outdoor power equipment engine
  • 1.1 Identify job requirements from workplace instructions
  • 1.2 Identify required information for overhaul activity
  • 1.3 Analyse and select dismantling options appropriate to the circumstances
  • 1.4 Identify hazards and environmental issues associated with overhaul activity, assess potential risks and implement control measures in line with workplace policies and procedures
  • 1.5 Identify tools and equipment required for testing strategy and establish serviceability according to workplace procedures
2. Dismantle and evaluate engine and components
  • 2.1 Dismantle engine and relevant components in a logical sequence according to manufacturer and workplace procedures, and safety and environmental requirements, without causing unnecessary damage to components or systems
  • 2.2 Clean components and evaluate according to workplace procedures and safety and environmental requirements
  • 2.3 Measure components and compare with manufacturer specifications and serviceability is determined
  • 2.4 Determine component repair method
  • 2.5 Identify unserviceable parts and source replacement parts
  • 2.6 Obtain authorisation to proceed according to workplace procedures
3. Carry out overhaul
  • 3.1 Source and interpret overhaul information
  • 3.2 Analyse overhaul options and select most appropriate to the circumstances
  • 3.3 Select and check overhaul tools and equipment for serviceability
  • 3.4 Machine, repair and replace components, as required, and carry out adjustments according to manufacturer specifications, workplace procedures, and safety and environmental requirements, and without causing damage to components or systems
4. Assemble engine and components
  • 4.1 Assemble engine according to manufacturer specifications, workplace procedures, and safety and environmental requirements
  • 4.2 Measure tolerances and clearances against manufacturer specifications and make necessary adjustments
  • 4.3 Complete assembly of engine within workplace timeframes and without causing damage to other components or systems
  • 4.4 Carry out post-assembly testing according to workplace procedures and safety and environmental requirements, and rectify any problems detected as having been introduced during the assembly process
5. Complete work processes
  • 5.1 Conduct final inspection according to workplace procedures and confirm equipment is ready for use
  • 5.2 Clear work area and dispose of or recycle materials according to workplace procedures
  • 5.3 Complete documentation according to workplace procedures
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
AXB70 AURPTE004 Overhaul outdoor power equipment engines Unit of competency