Unit of competency Outline
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Service engines and engine components (outdoor power equipment)
Service engines and engine components (outdoor power equipment)
Unit of competency
National Code
AURP201570B
AURP201570B
State Code
D7631
D7631
TGA Status
Replaced
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Replaced
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
12/10/2011
Field of Education
030503 - Vehicle Mechanics
Original Release Date
12/10/2011
Nominal Hours
20
Description
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to service small engines and engine components appropriate to outdoor power equipment. No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Prepare for engine service
- 1.1. Identify and confirm work to be carried out
- 1.2. Access and interpret service procedures, workshop manuals and manufacturer information
- 1.3. Identify and prepare tools, equipment and materials required for servicing job
- 1.4. Set up work area
2. Service engines and engine components
- 2.1. Identify and observe applicable occupational health and safety (OHS) requirements, including state/territory regulatory requirements and personal protection needs
- 2.2. Perform service operations in accordance with workplace procedures and manufacturer/component supplier specifications
- 2.3. Apply appropriate lubricants to engine
- 2.4. Start engine and run up to operating temperature and check for leaks, abnormal noises and pressures, where applicable
- 2.5. Make any adjustments as required and re-test
- 2.6. Complete workplace documentation and update customer and warranty information, as required
3. Complete work
- 3.1. Inspect serviced unit to ensure protective guards, cowlings and safety features are in place
- 3.2. Clean engine to workplace expectations
- 3.3. Clean work area, dispose of waste and store tools and equipment in accordance with workplace procedures
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Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| W2915 | AURP201570A | Service engines and associated engine components (outdoor power equipment) | Unit of competency |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| WF304 | AURPTE2002 | Service engines and engine components (outdoor power equipment) | Unit of competency |
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| D542 | AUR30711 | Certificate III in Outdoor Power Equipment | Qualification |
| D538 | AUR20811 | Certificate II in Outdoor Power Equipment | Qualification |