Installation manual
INTRODUCTION
SERIAL
NUMBER
LOCATION
The
engine's model number and serial number are located
on
the nameplate mounted
on
the side
of
the
engine's water
jacketed exhaust manifold. The engine's serial number
is
stamped
in
the engine block on the right rear side just above
the side oil fill. Enter this information
on
the illustration
of
the nameplate below. Use it for a quick reference when needed.
Fill
in
the
information for your
referance.
UNDERSTANDING
THE
DIESEL
ENGINE
The
diesel engine closely resembles the gasoline engine,
since
the
mechanism
is
essentially the
same.
The cylinders
are arranged above a closed crankcase. The crankshaft
is
the
same general type
as
that of a gasoline engine, and the diesel
engine
has
the same
types
of valves, camshaft, pistons,
connecting
rods
and
lubricating system.
Therefore,
to
a great extent, a diesel engine requires
the
same preventive maintenance
as
a gasoline
engine.
The
most important factors
are
proper ventilation and proper
maintenance of the
fuel,
lubricating and cooling systems.
Fuel and lubricating filter elements must
be
replaced
at
the
time periods specified and frequent checking for
contaminations
(water,
sediment, etc.)
in
the
fuel
system
is
also essential. Another important factor
is
the
use
of
the
same
brand of high detergent diesel lubrication oil designed
specifically for diesel engines.
The diesel engine
does
differ
from
the gasoline engine,
however,
in
its
method of handling and
firing
of
fuel.
The
carburetor and ignition systems
are
replaced
by
a single
component -
the
fuel
injection
pump
- which performs the
function of
both.
ORDERING
PARTS
Whenever replacement parts
are
needed,
always
provide
the
engine
model
number
and
engine serial number
as
they
appear
on
the silver and black name plate located
on
the
manifold.
You
must provide
us
with this information
so
we
may
properly identify your engine.
In
addition,
include
a
complete part description and part number
for
each part
needed
(see
the
separately furnished Parts List). Insist
upon
WESTERBEKE packaged parts because will fit
or
generic
parts
are
frequently not made
to
the same specifications
as
original equipment.
SPARES
AND
ACCESSORIES
Certain spares
will
be
needed
to
support and maintain your
WESTERBEKE engine.
Your
local WESTERBEKE dealer
will
assist
you
in
preparing
an
inventory of spare
parts.
See
the
SPARE
PARTS
page in this manual. For engine
accessories,
see
WESTERBEKE'S ACCESSORIES
brochure.
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