Workshop Manual

Safety informationNever work alone when heavy components areto be dismantled, even when safe lifting devisessuch as lockable blocks & tackle are used.Even when lifting devises are used, two peopleare needed in most cases. One who operatesthe lifting devise and other who makes sure thatcomponents move freely and are not damagedduring lifting.When you work aboard a boat, always makesure that there is enough space for disassemblywhere you are working, with no risk for personalor material damage.Components in the electrical and fuel systemson Volvo Penta products have been designedto minimize the risks of explosion and fire. Theengine must not be operated in environmentswith adjacent explosive media.WARNING! Fuel delivery pipes must not bebent or straightened under any circumstances.Damaged pipes must be replaced.Remember the following when washing with ahigh pressure washer: Never aim the water jetat seals, rubber hoses or electrical components.Never use a high pressure washer for enginecleaning.Only use the fuels recommended by Volvo Penta.Please refer to the operator’s manual. Theuse of fuel of inferior quality can damage theengine. In a diesel engine, poor fuel can causethe regulation rod to bind and the engine willover-rev, entailing a strong risk of personal injuryand machinery damage. Poor fuel can alsolead to higher maintenance costs.© 2003 AB VOLVO PENTAWe reserve the right to make design changes and amendments without prior noticePrinted on environmentally compatible paper4