Operator`s manual
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WARNING
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When servicing the battery or checking the electrolyte level, wear rubber gloves, a
rubber apron, and
eye
protection. Battery acid may splash on the skin or into the eyes
inadvertently when removing the electrolyte caps.
Check the battery's electrolyte level and specific gravity
to
ensure maximum engine starting efficiency.
Make sure the
battery'S terminals are clean and tight.
Ventilation
The ventilation requirements of the generator sets include the following: combustion air is required for
the engine cylinders; cooling air is required for the generator end and also for removing the heat produced
by
the generator's engine during operation; and ventilating air is required to clear the bilges below the
generator, as well as the compartment in which the generator
is
located,
of
potentially toxic and
flammable diesel vapors,
Keep in mind that hot air rises,
so
heated air should be removed from the upper area of the generator
compartment and cool fresh air should be directed to the lower areas of the compartment. Ventilation
should be accomplished with the aid
of
blowers especially when the vessel
is
not underway. Refer to the
"SYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS" section of this manual for the airflow requirements
of
the generator set.
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WESTERBEKE
GENERATORS