Operator`s manual
MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENTS
Introduction
This section contains a scheduled preventive maintenance program and several adjustment procedures the
owner/operator can perform without the benefit
of
sophisticated and
e".-pensive
tools and instruments.
Preventive
Maintenance
Perform the preventive maintenance in accordance with the schedules listed in the following paragraphs.
Adherence to these schedules will ensure the equipment is maintained in the best possible condition and
that it will perform to expectations. Those items marked by an asterisk (
* ) are recommended to be
performed by
an
authorized dealer or distributor.
Daily (before
each
use)
1.
Check the oil sump level. Maintain the oil level at or near the upper level mark on the dipstick.
2.
Check the coolant level in the plastic recovery tank. Maintain this level
at
or above the level marked
ADD. Periodically, check the coolant level in the manifold. It should be filled to the top
of
the filler
neck.
3.
Visually inspect the unit; check for loose belts, chafed or broken wires, loose brackets and fittings,
damaged hoses, loose clamps and other equipment not properly secured.
4.
Check the fuel supply. Fill tank(s) with a good grade
of
No.
2 diesel fuel,
if
required.
5.
Check the primary filter/water separator. Drain and service as required. (A primary filter/water
separator is optional, but strongly recommended as damage to fuel equipment on the engine from fuel
contaminants is not warrantable.)
6. Check the generator's gauges or lights for proper oil pressure, operating temperature,
and
starting
battery charging voltage once the engine is operating.
7.
Check the generator's output meters (when installed) for proper AC voltage and output frequency.
Monthly
Check the condition
of
the zinc anode in the heat exchanger's sea water circuit. Clean
or
replace the
anode, as required. Keep the area inside the heat exchanger clean
of
zinc anode debris.
Servicing
After
Initial
50
Hours
of
Olleration
1.
Change the engine's lubrication oil and oil filter.
2.
Replace the fuel filter element in the engine-mounted secondary fuel filter. Change the fuel filter
element and clean the filter/water sedimentor,
if
a separator has been installed, and
if
the model type
pennits cleaning.
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