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Using the 8T-2700 Blowby/Air Flow Indicator {0774, 0781, 0785}
Número de medio -SEHS8712-03 Fecha de publicación -2005/01/01 Fecha de actualización -2005/01/12
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Using the 8T-2700 Blowby/Air Flow Indicator {0774, 0781, 0785}

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Introduction
The 8T-2700 Blowby/Air Flow Indicator has a digital readout that is capable of displaying either
volume or air flow. The blowby/air flow indicator displays Metric units. The blowby/airflow indicator
also displays US Customary units.
The blowby/air flow indicator can measure the exhaust gas that escapes from the crankcase. The gas that
escapes is commonly known as blowby. Measuring the blowby helps the technician assess the condition
of the cylinder, which can be very helpful in determining when engine repair is needed. The amount of
blowby can be displayed in liters per minute or in cubic feet per hour.
The blowby/air flow indicator can measure the airflow that passes through the radiator core. Measuring
the airflow helps the technician locate areas in the radiator core that have become restricted. The rate of
airflow can be displayed in meters per minute or in feet per minute.
Adaptability
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The 8T-2700 Blowby/Air Flow Indicator is adaptable to all Caterpillar Engines. Measurements of 3600
Series Engines also require a 1U-8860 Blowby Pickup Gp . The blowby/airflow indicator is adaptable to
all radiators that have straight cores.
8T-2700 Blowby/Airflow Indicator
(1) 6V-7145 Case with Decal, SEES5692
(2) The vinyl hose has an ID of 19.05 mm (0.75 inch). The wall thickness of the vinyl hose is 3 mm
(0.125 inch). The length of the vinyl hose is 1524 mm (5 ft). The nipple is 12.7 mm (0.50 inch) male
pipe by 19.05 mm (0.75 inch) with a 12.7 mm (0.5000 inch) hose clamp.
(3) The bushing is 25.4 mm (1.00 inch) by 12.7 mm (0.50 inch).
(4) The hose clamps have an operating range of 19.05 mm (0.75 inch) to 50.8 mm (2.00 inch). Two hose
clamps are included.
(5) 8T-2685 Blowby Pickup with Decal, SEES5694
(6) 8T-5297 Cable As
(8) The bushing is 32 mm (1.25 inch) by 12.7 mm (0.50 inch).
(9) 8T-2701 Blowby Indicator As
(11) The 8T-2701 Blowby Indicator As comes with the following 4 Vinyl hoses.
z The first vinyl hose has an ID of 22 mm (0.875 inch). The wall thickness is 3 mm (0.125 inch).
The length of the hose is 102 mm (4 inch).
z The second hose has an ID of 6.35 mm (0.25 inch). The wall thickness is 5 mm (0.185 inch). The
length of the hose is 102 mm (4 inch).
z The third hose has an ID of 38.1 mm (1.50 inch). The wall thickness is 5 mm (0.185 inch). The
length of the hose is 102 mm (4 inch) long.
z The fourth hose has an ID of 50.8 mm (2.00 inch). The wall thickness is 5 mm (0.185 inch). The
length of the hose is 102 mm (4 inch).
(12) The length of the PVC pipe is 305 mm (12 inch). The diameter of the PVC pipe is 12.7 mm (0.5
inch). There is also a PVC Schedule 40 Bushing.
The optional items that are available are listed below:
z The 5P-7366 Power Cable allows you to connect the indicator to an 11 to 40 volts DC machine
battery.
z The 8T-5268 Converter operates on either 110 volts AC at 50 Hz or 230 volts AC at 60 Hz. The
converter supplies the diagnostic service tools with 11 to 20 volts DC at a maximum current of 0.3
amperes.
z The 6V-2198 Cable has a length of 5500 mm (18 ft).
Features of the 8T-2700 Blowby/Air Flow Indicator
Digital Readout - A Liquid Crystal Display (LCD) provides a 4.5 digit display of the measurement
value. Arrows on the digital display indicate the active function.
Storage Memory - Three separate storage memories record the minimum, the maximum, and the
different values of the measurements that are being taken. These values may be displayed at any time.
Hold Function - The display may be held constant for any length of time.
Touch Pad - A touch pad controls the functions of the indicator.
Power - The 8T-2701 Blowby Indicator As is powered by an internal 9 volt battery. External power that
is 11 to 40 VDC can be used when the internal battery is low. An 8T-5268 Converter is also available to
power the indicator.
A power saving feature turns the display off if the probe is not used for 15 minutes. This auto turn-off
feature may be disabled.
Low Battery Voltage Indicator - When the internal battery or external power is less than 6 volts, "LO
BAT" will appear on the display. The blowby/airflow indicator will remain accurate until the voltage
drops to 5.5 volts.
Once "LO BAT" appears on the display, two hours of continuous operation will remain or five hours of
intermittent operation will remain.
Specifications
Power
Internal ... standard 9 volt battery

External ... 11 to 40 volts DC at 0.007 ampere
Measuring Range
Liters per minute ... 8 to 472

Cubic feet per hour ... 18 to 1000
Meters per minute ... 43 to 2390
Feet per minute ... 141 to 7843
Accuracy
System accuracy ... ± 5%
Resolution
Blowby ... one liter per minute (one cubic foot per minute)
Air flow ... one meter per minute (one foot per minute)
Display Update Rate and Data Measuring Rate
Normal Rate - Data measured 2 1/2 times per second. The LCD is updated at one second intervals.
Medium Rate - Data measured 2 1/2 times per second. The LCD is updated at five second intervals.
Slow Rate - Data measured 2 1/2 times per second. The LCD is updated at 10 second intervals.
Operating Temperature
8T-2701 Blowby Indicator As ... -18 to +60°C (0 to 140°F)

8T-2685 Blowby Pickup ... -18 to +121°C (0 to 250°F)
Storage Temperature
8T-2701 Blowby Indicator As ... -40 to +100°C (-40 to +212°F)

8T-2685 Blowby Pickup ... -40 to +232°C (-40 to +450°F)
Battery Life (Alkaline Battery)
Continuous use ... 30 hours (nominal)

Intermittent use ... up to 90 hours
Size
8T-2700 Blowby/Air Flow Indicator ... 432 mm × 330 mm × 114 mm (17 inch × 13 inch × 4.5
inch)
8T-2701 Blowby Indicator As ... 190 mm × 112 mm × 40 mm (7.5 inch × 4.4 inch × 1.6 inch)
Weight
8T-2700 Blowby/Air Flow Indicator ... 4.1 kg (9.12 lb)

8T-2701 Blowby Indicator As ... 0.6 kg (1.25 lb)
8T-2685 Blowby Pickup ... 0.2 kg (0.5 lb)
Connections to the 8T-2701 Blowby/Air Flow Indicator
(1) Connector for external power source
(2) Connector for 8T-2685 Blowby Pickup
Connector for the External Power Source - The connection for the external power source is 11 to 40
VDC. This connection is not required if a good 9 volt battery is installed in the indicator.
Use the optional 5P-7366 Power Cable to connect to the machine battery.
The optional 8T-5268 Converter connects at location (1) for 110/230 VAC.
Connector for Blowby Pickup - Install 8T-2685 Blowby Pickup or the 1U-8860 Blowby Pickup at
location (2). Use the 8T-5297 Cable As . The 6V-2198 Cable may be used if a longer cable is required.
Blowby/Air Flow Indicators
(1) "HOLD" - The value on the display is being held and the value will not change even if the values
change.
(2) DIGITAL DISPLAY - Liquid crystal display (LCD)
Note: An arrow will appear on the display next to the label to indicate the following functions.
(3) "UNDER" - The flow rate is under the range of the indicator. The display will be blank.
(4) "L/MIN" - The blowby value in liters per minute
(5) "NORM" - The display is being updated at the normal rate of one second intervals.
(6) "FT3\HR" - The blowby value in cubic feet per hour
(7) "MED" - The display is being updated at the medium rate of five second intervals.
(8) "M/MIN" - The air flow displays in meters per minute
(9) "SLOW" - The display is being updated at the rate of 10 second intervals.
(10) "FT/MIN" - The air flow displays in feet per minute
(11) "MIN" - The minimum value that is recorded during the test
(12) "ACTUAL" - The current actual amount of flow
(13) "MAX" - The maximum value that is recorded during the test
(14) "DIFF INDICATOR" - The difference in the values that are recorded for minimum and maximum
Controls on the Blowby/Air Flow Indicator
(1) "L/MIN" - After pressing, the display will indicate the amount of blowby in liters per minute. An
arrow will appear on display next to "L/MIN".
(2) "FT3/HR". - After pressing, the display will indicate the amount of blowby in cubic feet per hour.
An arrow will appear on display next to"FT3/HR".
(3) "M/MIN" - After pressing, the display will indicate the amount of air flow in meters per minute. An
arrow will appear on display next to "M/MIN".
(4) "FT/MIN" - After pressing, display will indicate the amount of air flow in feet per minute. An
arrow will appear on display next to "FT/MIN".
(5) "MIN" - This button displays the minimum value that is recorded during the test once the "CLEAR"
button is initially pressed. An arrow will appear on display above "MIN".
(6) "MAX" - This button displays the maximum value that is recorded during the test once the
"CLEAR" button is initially pressed. An arrow will appear on display above "MAX".
(7) "DIFF" - After pressing, the display will indicate the difference between the minimum value and
the maximum value, once the "CLEAR" button is initially pressed. An arrow will appear on display
above "DIFF". This function is only for blowby .
(8) "ACTUAL" - After pressing, this will display the current actual value. An arrow will appear on
display above "ACTUAL".
(9) "CLEAR" - After pressing, the memories will be cleared for the "MIN" value, the "MAX" value,
and the "DIFF" value. The value that is currently displayed will be entered into the memory for the
"MIN" and the "MAX" when the "CLEAR" button is pressed.
(10) "SLOW RATE" - This feature causes the display to be updated in 10 second increments. An
arrow will appear on the display next to "SLOW". Use "SLOW RATE" to slow the display reading
when the display is changing rapidly.
(11) "MED RATE" - This feature causes the display to be updated in 5 second increments. An arrow
will appear on the display next to "MED". "MED RATE" may be used to slow the display reading when
the display is changing rapidly.
(12) "NORM RATE" - This feature causes the display to be updated in 1 second increments. An arrow
will appear on the display next to "NORM".
(13) "HOLD" - When you press this button, the "MIN", "MAX", "DIFF", or "ACTUAL"readings will
not change until the "HOLD" and "CLEAR" buttons are pressed or until the indicator is turned off.
(14) "HOLD CLEAR" - If the reading on the display is being held, this button will allow the reading to
be updated to the current value. The arrow next to "HOLD" will disappear when the "HOLD" button is
pressed.
(15) "ON" - This button turns the indicator on.
(16) "OFF" - This button turns the indicator off. No memories are retained.
Powering the Blowby/Air Flow Indicator

The following three methods are used to power the indicator:
z Internal 9 Volt battery for portable use
z External 11 to 40 VDC from machine battery
z 8T-5268 Converter from an AC power source
Operation from the Internal Battery
The blowby/airflow indicator is normally operated from the internal 9 volt battery. If the battery is
installed and the battery is in good condition, the blowby/airflow indicator will operate whenever the
"ON" button is pressed. When the battery voltage drops to 6 volts, and approximately two hours of
battery life remain, the words "LO BAT" will appear on the display. The internal battery should be
changed by using the following procedure:
Note: The battery must be changed within two hours after "LO BAT" appears on the display, or
inaccurate results will be obtained.
Replacing the Internal Battery
1. Remove six screws (1) from the rear cover. Remove cover (2) .
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2. To remove battery (3), pull upward on the battery and remove the battery from the holder.
3. Install a new 9 volt battery in the battery holder.
Note: Be sure that the positive (+) terminal on the battery is on the positive (+) terminal in the
holder.
4. Install the rear cover (2) and six screws (1).
External 11 to 40 Volts DC Operation from Machine Battery
1. Use 5P-7366 Power Cable . This cable is the same 6 m (20 ft) power cable that is used with the
9U-7400 Multitach Tool Gp .
2. Connect power cable to connector (4) on top of the blowby/airflow indicator.
Note: Always connect one of the clips to the frame of the machine. Connect the other clip to the
positive (+) terminal on the battery. The connector is not polarized. Either clip may be connected
to the positive (+) terminal on the battery or to the machine frame.
3. The machines might be equipped with a disconnect switch. You must turn the disconnect switch
to the ""ON"" position in order to power the blowby/airflow indicator. Once power has been
supplied, the blowby/airflow indicator will operate whenever the "ON" button is pressed.
Fuse Replacement
Use the following procedure to check and replace these fuses if the indicator fails to operate.
1. Remove six screws (1) from the rear cover, and remove cover (2) from the indicator.
2. Locate two fuses (3) on the printed circuit board. The fuses are located directly behind the
connector for the external power source. You do not need to remove the fuses from the holders for
the check.
3. Use a 6V-7070 Digital Multimeter to check both fuses. Put the multimeter on the 200 Ohm scale.
Place a probe on each end of the same fuse.
Note: A good fuse will measure less than 1 ohm resistance. A damaged fuse will measure infinite ohm
"OL" on the multimeter display. Replace the damaged fuse with a 8K-4644 Fuse .
External AC Power Operation from the 8T-5268 Converter
1. Set the voltage selector switch on the 8T-5268 Converter for the correct AC voltage, either 120
volts or 230 volts. The voltage selector switch is located on the back of converter.
2. Plug the connector on the 8T-5268 Converter into the connector for the external power source on
the blowby/airflow indicator. Plug the converter into an AC outlet. For operation outside the USA,
an AC adapter may be required.
3. Once the power has been supplied, the blowby/airflow indicator will operate whenever the "ON"
button is pressed.
Operating Instructions
Checking the Operation of the Blowby/Air Flow Indicator
The following procedure may be used to check the operation of the 8T-2701 Blowby Indicator As , the
8T-2685 Blowby Pickup , or the 1U-8860 Blowby Pickup . This procedure is designed to test the
operation of the systems only. This test is not intended to check for accuracy.
The components for this test are the blowby/airflow indicator, the 8T-5297 Cable , and the blowby
pickup. Perform the following steps.
1. In order to power the 8T-2701 Blowby Indicator As , refer to ""Powering the Blowby/Air Flow
Indicator" ". Do not connect the pickup to the blowby/airflow indicator .
2. When you press the "ON" button, the letters "OF" should flash on the display. This display
indicates that a pickup has not been installed or that the cable is broken.
3. Use the 8T-5297 Cable to connect the 8T-2685 Blowby Pickup to the blowby/airflow indicator.
The flashing should stop and the display should read "0".
4. Press the following buttons in order to ensure that an arrow appears on the display at the labels
with the same name as the button.
5. Press the "FT/MIN", "ACTUAL", and the "NORM RATE" buttons.
6. Blow air into the pickup in the direction of the arrow on the pickup. Observe the reading on the
display. The display should show approximately 300 to 900 "FT/MIN".
7. Press the "M/MIN" button. the arrow should point to "M/MIN". Blow air into the pickup. The
display should show approximately 100 to 400 "M/MIN".
8. Press the "FT3/HR" button. The arrow should point to "FT3/HR". Blow air into the pickup. The
display should show approximately 100 to 400 "FT3/HR".
9. Press the "L/MIN" button. The arrow should point to "L/MIN". Blow air into the pickup again.
The display should show approximately 10 to 80 "L/MIN".
10. Press the "MAX" button. The arrow should point to "MAX". A number should be on the display.
The maximum value should be 900 during the last four tests. Remember this number for the next
test.
11. Press the "MIN" button. The arrow should point to "MIN". The display should read "0".
12. Press the "DIFF" button. The arrow should point to "DIFF". The display should read the
difference between "MIN" and "MAX". The value for the "DIFF" should equal the value for the
"MAX".
13. Press the "CLEAR" button and look at the values in "MIN", "MAX" and "DIFF". The values
should be "0".
14. Blow air into the pickup continuously after you press the "MIN" button in order to check the
"MIN" function. The display will read "0". While you are still blowing air, press the "CLEAR"
button. A value will appear on the display. This value is the minimum value that appeared. When
you stop blowing air into the pickup, the display will go to "0". This value is the new minimum
value.
15. In order to check the "HOLD" function, repeat Step 14. While you blow air into the pickup, press
the "HOLD" button after you press the "CLEAR" button. The minimum value should stay on the
display and an arrow should appear next to "HOLD". Press the "HOLD" button and the "CLEAR"
button. The number on the display should go to "0". The arrow next to "HOLD" should disappear.
16. In order to check the "RATE" buttons, press the "FT/MIN" button and the "ACTUAL" button.
The arrow for the "NORM RATE" button should indicate that the "NORM RATE" button has
been depressed. You should vary the force of the air into the pickup. The reading on the display
should change accordingly. The reading should change every second. Press the "MED RATE"
button. The reading should change in five second intervals. Press the "SLOW RATE" button. The
reading should change in 10 second intervals.
17. Press the "OFF" button. The display should be blank. This completes the test of the blowby/Air
Flow Indicator.
Test Procedure
Hookup for Checking Blowby
1. Attach the 1.5 m (5 ft) hose (4) to the most convenient location on the crankcase breather output
tube or the breather hose. Connect appropriate sized bushing (3) and hose (2) to the crankcase
breather. Secure hose with clamps (1) .
2. Attach 8T-2685 Blowby Pickup (5) to the hose by sliding the pickup into hose (4).
Note: Install pickup (5) with arrow (6) in the direction of the air flow.
3. Attach 8T-5297 Cable to 8T-2685 Blowby Pickup and 8T-2701 Blowby Indicator As .
Measuring Blowby
Note: The 8T-2685 Blowby Pickup is sensitive to noise or movement of air. In order to prevent
inaccurate readings, keep the pickup away from the engine fan and any movement of air past the end of
the pickup.
1. Start and run the engine until normal operating temperature is reached.
2. Press the "ON" button.
a. Press the "ACTUAL" button. An arrow must appear above "ACTUAL" on the display.
b. Select "L/MIN" or "FT3/HR" and press the button. An arrow must appear next to the
selection.
c. Press the "NORM RATE" button. An arrow must appear next to the selection.
3. Run the engine at high idle. The value of the blowby will be displayed. The display will change
whenever the amount of blowby changes.
4. Press the "MED RATE" or "SLOW RATE" button if the display is changing too fast.
a. After you test the minimum blowby, test the maximum blowby and record the difference
between the two. Press the buttons in order to recall the "MIN", the "MAX", or the "DIFF"
between the two readings.
b. Press the "CLEAR" button in order to retest the "MIN" and "MAX".
c. To retain the "MIN", "MAX", "DIFF" or "ACTUAL" value on the display, press the
"HOLD" button.
Note: Do not press the "HOLD" button until the check has been completed. The readings will not
change after the "HOLD" button is pressed. The memory will retain the values until the "HOLD
CLEAR" button is pressed or until the blowby/airflow indicator is turned off.
Analyzing Results
Note: Do not use the data alone to determine if the engine should be overhauled. The obtained data from
the blowby/air flow indicator should only be used for additional information. Other indicators such as
high oil consumption, low power, hard starting, and excessive fuel consumption must be considered.
The data from the blowby/air flow indicator should be used in order to establish a trend for the engine.
You should not make a decision in order to repair an engine on the results of a single blowby test.
After a new engine is used for a short time, the blowby can decrease as the rings are seated. New
engines should be checked for blowby during all maintenance checks. As the piston rings and cylinder
walls wear, the blowby will gradually increase. Other sources of blowby can be worn valve guides or
leaking turbocharger seals.
The blowby on a worn engine may be two times or more than the blowby of a new engine and may
indicate the need for an overhaul.
An engine that has been overhauled can have a high rate of blowby due to several factors: improperly
seated rings, worn parts which were not changed and worn valve guides.
By keeping a record of the results, a gradual increase in the amount of the blowby will be noted until the
amount of blowby has become excessive. Any sudden increase in blowby could indicate a broken piston
ring.
Always check the blowby by the same method for better comparison of future tests. Read the rate of
blowby at full engine RPM, either at no load or at full load. The blowby could vary as much as 100
percent under a no load condition to a full load condition. Use the highest reading for the actual blowby
value.
The blowby meter is sensitive to engine noise at high frequencies. When you are making blowby
measurements, keep the blowby pickup as far away from the engine as possible. Do NOT put the pickup
near the turbocharger or fan blades, as this can cause a reading error.
The rates of blowby for new Caterpillar engines without ACERT technology are shown in the chart
below. The rates of blowby are typical. The readings are not the absolute rates of blowby. Do not base
your decision for repairs on only the readings.
Note: It is normal for ACERT Engines to have twice the blowby in comparison to engines that are not
equipped with ACERT technology. Blowby rates for ACERT Engines will be released at a later date.
Table 1
Typical Blowby Rates for New (Low Hour) Caterpillar Engines without ACERT technology
High Idle No Load
Ring Blowby Range Blowby Range
Engine Blowby/HP Ft3/Hour Ratio L/Min
Package Ft 3/Hour L/Min
3204 NA
2 ring 90-100 42-47 1.0 0.5
3204 DIT
2 ring 110-240 52-110 2.0 1.0
3208 2 ring 120-250 56-118 1.2 0.5

3208 T 2 ring 250-500 118-230 2.0 1.0
3304 3 ring 160-214 74-98 1.3 0.6
3306 3 ring 180-250 85-118 1.3 0.6
3406 3 ring 400-450 189-212 1.1 0.5

3408 3 ring 450-500 212-236 1.0 0.5
3412 3 ring 650-750 307-354 1.0 0.5
3512 3 ring 550-600 259-283 0.5 0.22
3126/B/E
3 ring 166-228 82-107 1.1 0.5
C-9 3 ring 90-111 42-52 0.3 0.15

C-10 3 ring 113-143 53-67 0.4 0.2
C-12 3 ring 130-151 61-71 0.4 0.17
C-15 3 ring 183-228 86-108 0.5 0.23
Checking Air Flow Through the Radiator Core

The 8T-2700 Blowby/Air Flow Indicator can help in analyzing engine overheating problems. The
following items can cause Overheating:
z Overload
z Low fan speed
z Improper shroud
z Plugged radiator core
Plugging of the radiator core is the most common cause of poor air flow. The blowby/airflow indicator
measures the air flow through the radiator core. The blowby/airflow indicator also helps pinpoint the
exact location of a restriction in the radiator core.
The blowby/airflow indicator is most effective with blower fans. Suction fans tend to average the air
flow across the core. A radiator core that has plugged areas will have a reduction of air flow.
The air that flows across the radiator core may not be consistent. The items that follow affect the air that
flows across the radiator core:
z Air swirl
z Guards
z Braces
z Position of engine mounted components
The air flow rises sharply at the inner tip (2) of the fan blade. The air flow gradually increases to a
maximum at the outer tip (1).
The flow of air is lowest at the center of the fan hub (5). Maximum air flow is found in the area of the
fan blades (4).
The flow of the air in the corners of radiator core (3) are generally less than flow of the air in area (4).
However, the flow of the air in the corners of radiator core (3) are higher than the flow of air in area (5) .
Turn off the engine and place a light behind the radiator core. Inspect the radiator core for plugged areas.
The fan guards may limit the visibility of the inspection.
If area (4) of the radiator core is plugged, the rest of the radiator core could be plugged. The light may
show through area (4) and the radiator core can still be plugged in area (3). This is due to air velocity
that has not been high enough to blow material through the core.
Test Procedure for Measuring Air Flow
1. Attach PVC pipe (6) to 8T-2685 Blowby Pickup (7).
Note: Ensure that the air flow is in the direction of arrow (8). The end of pipe (6) should be
against the radiator core during the test.
2. Connect 8T-2685 Blowby Pickup (7) to 8T-2701 Blowby Indicator As (10) with 8T-5297 Cable
(9) .
3. Press the "ON" button. Select the following functions with the buttons on the front panel of the
blowby/airflow indicator .
a. Press the "ACTUAL" button. An arrow must appear above "ACTUAL" on the display.
b. Select "M/MIN" or "FT/MIN" and press the button on the blowby/airflow indicator. An
arrow must appear on the display next to the selection made.
c. Press the "NORM RATE" button. An arrow must appear next to "NORM" on the display.
4. Start the engine and run the engine at high idle. Check the air flow by placing the PVC pipe
against the radiator core.
Note: Air flow below 43 "M/MIN" (141 "FT/MIN") will read "0" on the blowby/airflow
indicator .
5. Check the air flow by using circular patterns at an equal distance from the fan hub. The air flow
can be decreased at some point in any circular pattern.
A blocked radiator core or a restricted radiator core will cause a decrease in the air flow.
Disabling the Auto Turn-off Feature (If Equipped)

The blowby/airflow indicator will turn off automatically if the indicator is left on but not used for an
extended period of time. Provisions have been made in order to disable the auto turn-off feature. Once
the blowby/airflow indicator is disabled, the indicator will turn off only when the "OFF" button that is
on the front panel is pressed. Use the following procedure to disable the auto turn-off feature.
1. Remove the internal battery. Follow Step 1 and Step 2 in ""Replacing the Internal Battery" ".
2. Remove four screws (1) that are located on the corners of the small printed circuit board (2) .
Note: Care must be taken when you remove the small circuit board (2) in order to prevent damage
to the conductors.
3. Remove small circuit board (2) by using a small screwdriver to separate the connector from the
circuit board. Remove the small circuit board (2) .
4. Locate the connector for the auto turn-off feature on the large circuit board. The connector is
located between the battery and the integrated circuit (40 pin).
5. Lift the connector and move the connector to the next set of pins that are closest to the battery.
This will disable the auto turn-off feature. The Illustration18 shows the proper location of the
connector for each mode of operation.
6. Carefully place the small circuit board (2) on top of the large printed circuit board. Ensure that the
connector for the two circuit boards is properly aligned before you press the two circuit boards
together.
7. Install four screws (1) in the corners of small board (2). Replace the battery and install the rear
cover.
Replacement of Serviced Parts for 8T-2701 Blowby Indicator As

Removal Procedure for the 8T-0999 Membrane Switch
1. Remove the rear cover and remove the internal battery. Follow Step 1 and Step 2 in ""Replacing
the Internal Battery" " .
2. Remove the small printed circuit board. Follow Step 3 and Step 4 in ""Disabling the Auto Turn-
off Feature (If Equipped)" ".
3. Remove six screws (3). Lift up the printed circuit board (4) from the front cover. Be sure to lift the
printed circuit board from the LCD end.
4. Carefully remove the 8T-0999 Membrane Switch connector (5) from the connector pins (6) .
Replacement Procedure for the 8T-0844 Front Cover and the 8T-0999 Membrane
Switch
Note: Always replace both the front cover and the membrane switch even if only one is damaged.
1. Repeat Steps 1 through 4 of ""Removal Procedure for the 8T-0999 Membrane Switch " ".
2. Start at the window end of the membrane switch. Carefully peel the backing from the 8T-0999
Membrane Switch while you align the membrane switch with the 8T-0844 Front Cover .
Note: Before you glue the switch in place, make sure that the switch connector is properly installed
through the slot in the front cover.
Replacing the 8T-0887 Connector As or the 8T-1005 LCD Display
1. Repeat Steps 1 through 4 of ""Removal Procedure for the 8T-0999 Membrane Switch " " .
2. Remove four screws (7) from circuit board (4).
3. Remove 8T-0887 Connector As (8) and 8T-1005 LCD display (12) from the circuit board.
Note: The 8T-0887 Connector As consists of the following items: Cover (10), Shield (11), LCD
display (12), Frame (13) and Strips (14)
Note: Do not touch strips (14) with bare hands. If the strips need to be placed into the slots in
frame (13), use a tweezers.
4. Discard damaged part(s).
The pins on the bottom of the frame of the connector must fit into holes (15) .
5. Place the assembled frame (13) and strips (14) on the large circuit board.
6. Hold the digital LCD display (12) in front of a light in order to determine which end the "LO
BAT" display is on. Do not lose this orientation.
7. Place theLCD display on top of the strips with the "LO BAT" on the left.
8. Place shield (11) on top of the LCD display. Put cover (10) over the shield and install four screws
(7) in the large circuit board.
9. Make sure that the connector for the membrane switch (5) is properly aligned with the pins (6) on
the large circuit board. Press the components together.
10. Install six screws (3). Carefully place the small circuit board on top of the large circuit board.
11. Align the connector for the circuit boards before you press the two boards together.
12. Install four screws (1) in the corners of small circuit board (2). Replace the battery and the rear
cover.
Repair Information
If the blowby/airflow indicator does not operate correctly, install a new internal battery. Recheck the
operation. If the blowby/airflow indicator is faulty, contact the Dealer Service Tools for repair locations.
Units that are less than one year old will be repaired under the warranty. The cost of repairs that are out
of warranty will be charged to the owner.
Dealer Service Tools

8900 N. Pioneer Road
Peoria, IL U.S.A. 61615-1522
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Caterpillar Products: All

8T-2700 Blowby/Airflow Indicator

(1) 6V-7145 Case with Decal, SEES5692

(3) The bushing is 25.4 mm (1.00 inch) by 12.7 mm (0.50 inch).

(5) 8T-2685 Blowby Pickup with Decal, SEES5694

(6) 8T-5297 Cable As

(7) The bushing is 19.05 mm (0.75 inch) by 12.7 mm (0.50 inch).

(8) The bushing is 32 mm (1.25 inch) by 12.7 mm (0.50 inch).

(9) 8T-2701 Blowby Indicator As

(10) The bushing is 38.1 mm (1.5 inch) by 12.7 mm (0.50 inch).

The optional items that are available are listed below:

z The 6V-2198 Cable has a length of 5500 mm (18 ft).

Features of the 8T-2700 Blowby/Air Flow Indicator

Touch Pad - A touch pad controls the functions of the indicator.

Internal ... standard 9 volt battery

Liters per minute ... 8 to 472

System accuracy ... ± 5%

Display Update Rate and Data Measuring Rate

8T-2701 Blowby Indicator As ... -18 to +60°C (0 to 140°F)

8T-2701 Blowby Indicator As ... -40 to +100°C (-40 to +212°F)

Battery Life (Alkaline Battery)

Continuous use ... 30 hours (nominal)

8T-2700 Blowby/Air Flow Indicator ... 4.1 kg (9.12 lb)

Connections to the 8T-2701 Blowby/Air Flow Indicator

(1) Connector for external power source

(2) Connector for 8T-2685 Blowby Pickup

Blowby/Air Flow Indicators

(2) DIGITAL DISPLAY - Liquid crystal display (LCD)

(4) "L/MIN" - The blowby value in liters per minute

(6) "FT3\HR" - The blowby value in cubic feet per hour

(8) "M/MIN" - The air flow displays in meters per minute

(10) "FT/MIN" - The air flow displays in feet per minute

(12) "ACTUAL" - The current actual amount of flow

Controls on the Blowby/Air Flow Indicator

(15) "ON" - This button turns the indicator on.

Powering the Blowby/Air Flow Indicator

z Internal 9 Volt battery for portable use

z External 11 to 40 VDC from machine battery

z 8T-5268 Converter from an AC power source

Operation from the Internal Battery

Replacing the Internal Battery

3. Install a new 9 volt battery in the battery holder.

4. Install the rear cover (2) and six screws (1).

External 11 to 40 Volts DC Operation from Machine Battery

2. Connect power cable to connector (4) on top of the blowby/airflow indicator.

External AC Power Operation from the 8T-5268 Converter

5. Press the "FT/MIN", "ACTUAL", and the "NORM RATE" buttons.

2. Press the "ON" button.

3208 2 ring 120-250 56-118 1.2 0.5

3406 3 ring 400-450 189-212 1.1 0.5

C-9 3 ring 90-111 42-52 0.3 0.15

Checking Air Flow Through the Radiator Core

z Low fan speed

z Plugged radiator core

z Position of engine mounted components

Test Procedure for Measuring Air Flow

1. Attach PVC pipe (6) to 8T-2685 Blowby Pickup (7).

Disabling the Auto Turn-off Feature (If Equipped)

Replacement of Serviced Parts for 8T-2701 Blowby Indicator As

Replacing the 8T-0887 Connector As or the 8T-1005 LCD Display