OPERATORS MANUAL - Westerbeke

CHECK LIST
Follow this check list each day before starting your generator.
o Record the hourmetcr reading in your log (engine hours
relate to the maintenance schedule.)
D Visually inspect the generator for fuel, oil, or water leaks.
o Check the oil level (dipstick).
o Check the coolant level in the coolant recovery tank.
o Check your diesel fuel supply.
D Look for clean fuel in the fuel/separator transparent bowl.
D Check for loose wires at the alternator.
o Check the starting batteries (weekly).
D Check drive belts for wear and proper tension (weekly).
THE DAILY OPERATION
START THE GENERATOR
(See STARTING PROCEDURES nn previous pages).
Allow the engine to warm up for 5 to 1 () minutes to reach an
operating temperature of 140" to 150"F (60"·66"C) before
applying AC loads. Apply loads systematically allowing the
generator to adjust to cach load before applying the next.
Check the gauges for proper oil pressure, operating temperature,
and DC voltage.
NOTE: Some unstable rUllning may occur in a cold engine.
This conditioJl should lessen as normal operating temperature
is reached and loads are applied.
A CAUTION: Do not operate the generator for long
periods of time without a load being placed on the
STOPPING THE GENERATOR
Remove the major AC loads from the generator one at a
time. Allow the generator to run for a few minutes to stabilize
the operating temperature and depress the stop switch.
(Sec STOPPING PROCEDURES on previous pages.)
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