OPERATORS MANUAL - Westerbeke

SCHEDULED
MAINTENANCE
Fuel Supply
Fuel/Waler Separalor
Engine Oil Level
Coolant Level
Drive Bells
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
A WARNING: Never attempt to perform any service while the engine is
running. Wear the proper safety equipment such as goggles and gloves, and
use the correct tools for each job. Disconnect the battery terminals when
servicing any of the engine's DC electrical equipment.
NOTE: Many of the following maintenance jobs are simple but others are more
difficult and may require the expert know/edge of a service mechanic.
CHECK HOURS OF OPERATION
EACH EXPLANATION OF SCHEDULED
DAY 50 100 250 500 750 1000 1250 MAINTENANCE
0 Diesel No.2 rating of 45 cetane or higher.
0 Check for water and dirt in fuel (drain/replace filter
if necessary).
0 Oil level should indicate between MAX. and LOW on
dipstick.
0 Check at recovery tank; if empty, check at manifold.
Add coolant if needed.
0 Inspect for proper tension (3/8" to 1/2" deflection)
weekly and adjust if needed. Check belt edges for wear.
Visual Inspection 01 Engine 0 NOTE: Please keep engine surtace clean. Dirt Check for fuel, oil and water leaks. Inspect wiring
and oil will inhibit the engines ability to and electrical connections. Keep bolts & nuts tight.
remain GOO/. Check for loose belt tension.
Fuel Filter 0 0 0 0 0 0 Initial change at 50 hrs, then change every 250 hrs.
Starting Balleries 0 Every 50 operating hours check electrolyte levels
(and House Balleries) weekly and make sure connections are very tight. Clean off
excessive corrosion.
Engine Oil (and filler) 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 Initial engine oil & filter change at 50 hrs., then
change both every 100 hours.
Generator 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 Check that AC connections are clean and secure
with no chafing. See GENERATOR SECTION
for additional information.
Heat Exchanger Zinc Anode 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 Inspect zinc anode, replace if needed, clear the heat
exchanger end of zinc anode debris.
Fuel/Waler Separator 0 0 0 0 0 0 Change every 200 hours.
Electronic Governor Control 0 0 Check and or adjust the no-load speed in the panel,
(if applicable) required (hertz) and the regulator board adjustment
as needed.
NOTE: These adjustment are not a warrantable
adjustment during or after the units break-in.
Exhaust System 0 0 0 0 Initial check at 50 hrs., then every 250 hrs. Inspect
lor leaks. Check anti-Siphon valve operation. Check
the exhaust elbow for carbon and/or corrosion
buildup on inside passages; clean and replace as
necessary. Check that all connections are tight.
Engine Hoses 0 0 0 0 0 0 Hose should be hard & tight. Replace if soft or
spongy. Check and tighten all hose clamps.
Engines & Generators
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