Sole Diesel MINI-17 User manual

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Manual del Operador Motores Diésel Marino. Revisión 0.07/2018
Marine diesel
engines
Operator’s manual
MINI-17
MINI-29
MINI-33
MINI-44
MINI-55
U_MIB3_EN
Revision 1

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Introduction
Introduction
Presentation
Dear Customer,
First of all, we would like to thank you for choosing a Solé Diesel product. We recommend that
you read this manual carefully before carrying out any of the operations and keep it close at hand,
near the engine, as it can be of great use in the future.
Our goal as a manufacturing company is that you enjoy our product, regardless of the use you
make of it. The equipment manufactured in Solé Diesel facilities is designed to offer the highest
performance in the most demanding operating conditions.
The images, text and information contained in this manual are based on the product’s
features at the time of publication. Solé Diesel reserves the right to modify this document without prior
notice.
Abbreviatures
BTDC: Before Top Dead Center
ATDC: After Top Dead Center
BBDC: Before Bottom Dead Center
ABDC: After Bottom Dead Center
API: American Petroleum Institute
ACEA: European Automobile Manufacturers’ Association
ASTM: American Society for Testing Materials
TBD: To Be Determinated
Units of measurament
Measurements are based on the International System of Units (SI), and their converted metric
values are indicated in parentheses (). For metric conversion, the following rates are used.
oPressure: 1 Pa = 1,0197 · 10-5 kgf/cm2 = 1 · 105bar
oTorque: 1 Nm = 0,10197 kgf·m
oForce: 1 N = 0,10197 kgf
oPower: 1 W = 1,341 · 103HP

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Table of contents
Table of contents
Introduction................................................................................................................................................. 3
Safety precautions and instructions.......................................................................................................... 6
Solé Diesel warranty................................................................................................................................. 10
Section 1 –Engine information............................................................................................................... 13
1.1. Engine Identification ............................................................................................................... 13
1.2. Engine parts identification...................................................................................................... 14
Section 2 –Transport, handling and storage ......................................................................................... 15
2.1. Reception ................................................................................................................................ 15
2.2. Transport and handling the packed engine .......................................................................... 15
2.3. Transporting and handling the unpacked Engine ................................................................. 16
2.4. Storage of packed and unpacked engine.............................................................................. 16
Section 3 - Installation ............................................................................................................................. 17
3.1. Angle of installation ................................................................................................................ 17
3.2. Engine Installation .................................................................................................................. 17
Section 4 –SVT Control Panel................................................................................................................. 18
4.1. Identification Panel ................................................................................................................. 18
4.2. Panel Parts .............................................................................................................................. 19
4.3. Settings.................................................................................................................................... 20
Tachometer calibration..........................................................................................................................................................20
Replacing the light bulb .........................................................................................................................................................20
Section 5 - Operation................................................................................................................................ 21
5.1. Prestart checklist .................................................................................................................... 21
5.2. Cranking the engine................................................................................................................ 21
5.3. Stopping engine ...................................................................................................................... 22
5.4. Engine operation at low temperatures .................................................................................. 22
5.5. Winterization and preservation .............................................................................................. 23
5.6. Maintenance during the storage............................................................................................ 24
5.7. Restoration of operational conditions ................................................................................... 24
Section 6 –Systems and scheduled maintenance................................................................................ 25
6.1. Safety and prevention............................................................................................................. 25
6.2. Periodic maintenance schedule............................................................................................. 25
6.3. General .................................................................................................................................... 27
Maintenance task. Screw tightening, fastening....................................................................................................................27
Maintenance task. Valve clearance inspection ....................................................................................................................27
Maintenance task. Compression pressure inspection .........................................................................................................28
6.4. Lubrication system.................................................................................................................. 29
Circuit description ..................................................................................................................................................................29
Oil specifications ....................................................................................................................................................................29
Maintenance task. Oil filter change ......................................................................................................................................29
Maintenance task. Oil level check.........................................................................................................................................30
Maintenance task. Oil fill/Change.........................................................................................................................................31
6.5. Fuel system ............................................................................................................................. 31
Circuit description ..................................................................................................................................................................31
Fuel specifications .................................................................................................................................................................31
Maintenance task. Fuel level inspection...............................................................................................................................32
Maintenance task. Fuel tank clean.......................................................................................................................................32

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Maintenance task. Water separator filter purge...................................................................................................................32
Maintenance task. Fuel filter change....................................................................................................................................32
Maintenance task. Injection pump inspection......................................................................................................................32
Maintenance task. Injector inspection..................................................................................................................................33
Maintenance task. Bleeding air from the fuel system..........................................................................................................34
6.6. Cooling system ........................................................................................................................ 34
Coolant specifications............................................................................................................................................................35
Maintenance task. Coolant check.........................................................................................................................................35
Maintenance task. Coolant fill/change.................................................................................................................................35
Maintenance task. Seawater filter inspection ......................................................................................................................35
Maintenance task. Seawater pump impeller inspection......................................................................................................36
Maintenance task. Zinc anode inspection............................................................................................................................36
6.7. Inlet and exhaust system........................................................................................................ 37
Exhaust circuit description.....................................................................................................................................................37
Maintenance task. Air filter inspection .................................................................................................................................38
Maintenance task. Exhaust gas, noise and vibrations inspection.......................................................................................38
6.8. Electrical system ..................................................................................................................... 39
SVT Panel................................................................................................................................................................................39
Battery ....................................................................................................................................................................................39
Circuit protection....................................................................................................................................................................39
Relays .....................................................................................................................................................................................40
Maintenance task. Incandescent glow plug inspection .......................................................................................................40
Maintenance task. Starter motor inspection ........................................................................................................................41
Maintenance task. Alternator belt tension inspection..........................................................................................................41
Maintenance task. Battery level............................................................................................................................................41
Section 7 - Troubleshooting ..................................................................................................................... 42
Section 8 - Technical specifications ........................................................................................................ 47
Section 9 –Tightening torques ............................................................................................................... 51
Section 10 –Wiring diagrams ................................................................................................................. 52
Section 11 –Overall dimensions ............................................................................................................ 55
Section 12 –Instructions to Replace and Remove................................................................................ 61
Section 13 - Inspection prior to the delivery of propulsion engines ...................................................... 63
Section 14 –Declaration of conformity for recreational Craft Propulsion Engines.............................. 65
Maintenance log....................................................................................................................................... 70

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Safety precautions and
instructions
Safety precautions and instructions
Solé Diesel is concerned for your safety and your machine’s condition. Safety Precautions and
Instructions are one of the primary ways to call your attention to the potential hazards associated with
our engine operation. Follow the precautions listed throughout the manual before and during operation
and maintenance procedures for your safety, the safety of others and the performance of your engine.
Types of Safety Precautions:
Indicates the presence of a hazard that can cause severe personal injuries, death or
substantial property damages.
Indicates the presence of a hazard that will or can cause minor personal injury or property
damages.
Communicates installation, operation and maintenance information that is safety related but
not hazard related.
Servicing the fuel system and combustible materials. A flash fire can cause severe injury or
death
Do not smoke or permit flames or sparks near the fuel injection system, fuel line, fuel
filter, fuel pump, or other potential sources of spilled fuels or fuel vapors. Never add fuel
to the tank while the engine is running because spilled fuel may ignite on contact with
hot parts or from sparks.
Catch fuels in an approved container when removing the fuel line or fuel system. Keep the fuel lines
and connections tight and in good condition. Do not replace flexible fuel lines with rigid lines and use
flexible sections to avoid fuel line breakage caused by vibrations.
Keep the compartment and the engine clean and free of debris to minimize the risk of fire.
Servicing the air cleaner. A sudden backfire can cause severe injury or death.
Do not operate the engine with the air cleaner/silencer removed.

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Combustible materials. A fire can cause severe injury or death.
Engine fuels, fuel vapors and combustible materials are flammable and explosive.
Handle these materials carefully to minimize the risk of fire or explosion. Equip the
compartment or nearby area with a fully charged fire extinguisher.
In case of fire do not open sound shield compartment and follow these instructions:
-Shut down engine(s)
-Continuously discharge entire contents of a halon or CO2 portable fire extinguisher
(or other provision) immediately.
Carbon monoxide (CO) can cause severe nausea, fainting or death.
Engine exhaust gases contains carbon monoxide gas. Carbon monoxide is an
odourless, colourless, tasteless, no irritating gas that can cause death if inhaled for
even a short time.
Get fresh air and do not sit, lie down or fall asleep if anyone shows signs of carbon
monoxide poisoning:
-Light-headedness, dizziness
-Physical fatigue, weakness in joints and muscles. Sleepiness, mental fatigue,
inability to concentrate or speak clearly, blurred vision. Stomachache, vomiting,
nausea.
Keep the area around the battery well ventilated. While the engine is running or the battery is
charging, hydrogen gas is produced which can be easily ignited.
Never allow battery fluid (battery contains sulfuric acid) to come in contact with
clothing, skin or eyes. Always wear safety gloves and protective clothing when servicing
the battery. If battery fluid contacts the eyes and/or skin, immediately flush the
affected area with a large amount of clean water and obtain prompt medical treatment.
Moving parts. Keep hands, feet, hair, clothing and test leads away from the
belts and pulleys when the engine is running. Replace guards, screens and
covers before operating the engine.

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Safety precautions and
instructions
Before working on the engine or connected equipment, disable the engine as follows:
Set the engine controller (SVT) to OFF Mode.
(1) Disconnect the power input from battery.
(2) Disconnect the battery cables. Remove the negative (-) lead first when
disconnecting the battery. Reconnect the negative (-) lead last when reconnecting the
battery.
Follow these precautions to prevent the starting of the engine by engine controller (SVT), remote
start/stop switch, or engine start command from a remote computer.
No quite nunca la tapa del refrigerador si el motor está caliente. Saldrán vapor y
chorros de refrigerante caliente del motor y pueden quemarle gravemente. Deje que
el motor se enfríe antes de intentar quitar la tapa del refrigerador.
Read the engine operator's manual and understand it before operation and maintenance of
the engine, to ensure that it continues operating practices and maintenance procedures.
Hearing protection. Use to avoid hearing loss when handling the motor.
1. The installer/operator of the engine has to wear suitable CLOTHING for the workplace and the
situation; in particular, avoid loose clothes, chains, bracelets, rings and all accessories that
could become entangled with moving parts.
2. The installer/operator of the engine has to wear personal protective equipment such as
gloves, work shoes, eye and hearing protection as required by the task.
3. The area in which the operator is working has to be kept tidy and free of oil and other liquid
spillages and solid waste (metal chips, etc.).

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Engine labels
If the engine does not start after several attempts to crank
may cause water entering the engine. In this situation it is
recommended:
1) Close the seacock.
2) Drain the water from the exhaust system in the
water trap.
3) Do not try to restart the engine until the cause of
the start fail is identified.
The engine and the gearbox are supplied without any fluid inside.
Consult the manual to follow the installation procedure and
commissioning as well as the fluid capacity - coolant, oil and oil of
gearbox -.
Read the engine operator's manual and understand it before any
operation and maintenance of the engine, to ensure that it continues operating practices and
maintenance procedures insurance.
Dangerous voltage. Operate the engine only when all guards
and electrical panels are ready.
Hot parts, coolant and steam. Stop the engine and let it cool
down before touching or removing any engine part.
Moving parts. Keep hands, feet, hair, clothing and test leads
away from the belts and pulleys when the engine is running.
Replace guards, screens and covers before operating the
engine.
Heavy Material. Engine is a heavy element, use the right tools for transportation and handling.
Do not use the motor as a step. Use it as a step can cause engine damage plus cause undesired
operation.
Connection point of the battery cables to the engine. Red cable (positive)
and black cable (negative).
Engine exhaust line installation label, above and below the waterline. See 6.7. Intake and
exhaust system.

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Solé Diesel warranty
Solé Diesel warranty
Read the manual and documents delivered with each engine before carrying out any of the
operations or presenting any queries. The engine is supplied without any liquids. Ensure that the
liquids used match the specifications contained in Solé Diesel manuals.
The application of the conditions described in this document shall only be effective for engines
or generator sets that have been invoiced after January 1, 2012.
Solé Diesel limited warranty
Solé Diesel guarantees that at the time of shipment all its engines and generator sets comply
with the provided specifications and do not have any manufacturing defects.
The limited warranty provided by Solé Diesel enters into force from the time of sale
to the firs end-purchaser or user of the engine or generator ser. In the event that the product is not
immediately delivered to the end-customer, the warranty shall enter into force 6 months after the date
of sale. Any limited warranty period that has not elapsed can be transferred to the following purchaser
(s).
Unless authorized otherwise by Solé Diesel, the warranty periods are applied
according to the time elapsed in months from the date of purchase or the limit of hours of operation
(whichever occurs first) listed in the following table:
Solé Diesel extended warranty
Solé Diesel an extended period of coverage for the following components: engine block,
cylinder head, crankshaft, camshaft, flywheel housing, timing gear housing, timing gear, conrod.
Limited Warranty Coverage Periods
Product
Pleasure
Work
Months
Hours
Months
Hours
Pr opul sion Engines
24
1000
12
2000
Generators sets
24
1000
12
1000
Extended Coverage Periods
Product
Pleasure
Work
Months
Hours
Months
Hours
Pr opul sion Engines
36
1500
-
-
Generators sets
36
1000
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Solé Diesel warranty
Restrictions
Coverage:
a) To validate the warranty is necessary fill and send the inspection prior to the delivery of
propulsion engines or genset to Solé Diesel through an official installer. See SECTION 13.
b) The warranty covers any failure of the product under normal opera- ting conditions caused
by a defect in manufacturing.
c) The warranty covers the labour costs necessary to replace and/or repair the defective
original components, according to Solé Diesel standards of excellence. The time period
covered for these operatio- ns is limited to 4 hours.
d) The warranty covers reasonable costs of travel required to carry out the necessary
operations. The travel distance is limited to 300 kilome- tres in conjunction to a travel time
of 3 hours.
Excluded from coverage:
a) If Solé Diesel products are installed and used alongside other products not designed or
manufactured by Solé Diesel that affect their operation, the warranty shall apply exclusively to
the Solé Diesel products and shall not apply if the products from another manufacturer are
inappropriate for use alongside Solé Diesel products or are the cause of the failure or poor
operation of our products.
b) The warranty doesn’t will be effective if don't filled correctly and send the inspection prior to the
delivery of propulsion engines and genset to Solé through an official installer. SECTION 13.
c) The warranty shall not apply if the revisions and maintenance services indicated in the User and
Maintenance Manuals have not been adhered to properly. In case of implemented warranty,
supporting document of the revisions and maintenance service should be exhibited, proving the
requirements outlined in the manuals have been followed.
d) Deterioration resulting from time of storage exceeding 6 months and/or storage conditions that
do not comply with the procedures described in the User and Maintenance Manuals.
e) Deterioration resulting from not complying with the procedure for winter storage while the engine
is not in service, as described in the User and Maintenance Manuals.
f) Faults due to negligence, lack of service, accidents, abnormal use and inadequate service or
installation.
g) Faults due to the use of components not manufactured or sold by Solé Diesel.
h) Faults due to electrical installations that do not comply with Solé Diesel design specifications or
are not expressly approved by Solé Diesel.
i) Faults due to the use of and operation with fuels, oils or lubricants that are not authorised by Solé
Diesel.
j) Faults due to water entering the cylinder(s) through the exhaust system.
k) Faults in propulsion engines due to the use of a propeller that is inadequate for the load or
application. We recommend contacting Solé Diesel to consult the choice of the correct
propeller(s).
l) Failure for general omission of the procedures described in the User and Maintenance Manuals.
m) Components subjected to normal operating wear and tear.
n) Costs due to phone communications, loss of time or money, discomfort, launching, grounding,
removal or replacement of vessel parts or materials because the design of the vessel makes it
necessary to do so to access the engine, and damage and/or accidents caused as a result of a
failure.

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Solé Diesel warranty
Responsibilities
Responsibilities of the manufacturer:
The obligations of Solé Diesel are restricted to repairing the defective parts or, IF DEEMED
APPROPRIATE BY SOLÉ DIESEL, returning the amount of the purchase or replacing the parts to prevent
poor operation resulting from defective materials or faults in the manufacture covered by the warranty.
Solé Diesel reserves the right to modify the design of any of its products without taking on any
obligation to modify a product that has been manufactured previously.
This manual, as well as technical documentation, manuals or pamphlets may undergo
modifications without prior notice.
Responsibilities of the purchaser:
The purchaser shall be responsible for the care, operation and maintenance of the product
in compliance with the contents of the User and Maintenance Manuals. The purchaser shall provide
proof of all the maintenance services performed on the product. The costs of said services and that
of the components and liquids replaced during said services shall be at the expense of the
purchaser.
The maintenance operations described in this manual shall be performed during the
Warranty Contract Periods (Limited and Extended Coverage) by an AUTHORISED SOLÉ DIESEL
DEALER. Non-compliance with this condition shall void the warranty in all its terms. In such an event,
the materials (oil, filters, etc.) and labour involved shall be at the expense of the purchaser. The
purchaser should keep the invoice of the work performed as proof.
If the service is not covered by the warranty, the purchaser must pay for all labour
performed, the associated materials and any other expense related to the service.
All shipments of products or components sent by the purchaser for inspection and repair
shall be paid in advance by the purchaser.
After-sales service contact
Claims shall be presented during the warranty period to the nearest authorized Solé Diesel
dealer (see chart of Solé Diesel Dealers), who shall take care the service covered by the warranty.
The purchaser must provide a proof of purchase and date of purchase by presenting the
invoice to the authorized dealer for the purchase of the product served or a copy of it. Claims under
warranty shall not be dealt with by the dealer until the date of purchase has been verified.
The following information must also be provided by the purchaser:
a) Owner’s name, address and contact telephone number.
b) Product model and serial number.
c) Number of service hours of the product.
d) Detailed description of the problem.
e) Information regarding any repair or installation performed by a service not included in the
Solé Diesel distribution network, as well as the services performed.
For an updated list of our distribution network, visit Dealers section in our web page
www.solediesel.com
e-mail: [email protected]
Phone: [phone]
Or request this information by contacting Solé Diesel at:

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Operator’s Manual Marine Diesel Engines.
Section 1 –Engine information
1.1. Engine Identification
Identification label:
The nameplate is located above the refrigerator, for MINI-17 and
MINI-29, and on top of the rocker cover for the MINI-33m MINI-44
and MINI-55.
Engine serial number:
In addition, all engines are marked with the serial number on the block.
The standard engine can operate at temperatures between -18 ° C and + 45 ° C.

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1.2. Engine parts identification
PIECE
ELEMENT
1
Oil filler cap
2
Alternator
3
Cooling system
4
Starter
5
Cooling drain plug
6
Gearbox control lever
7
Fuel pump
8
Fuel filter
9
Relays cover
PIECE
ELEMENT
10
Air filter
11
Solenoid switch
12
Oil filter
13
Injection pump
14
Seawater pump
15
Bolt engine hanger
16
Oil dipstick
17
Turbocharger

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Transport, handling and
storage
Section 2 –Transport, handling and storage
2.1. Reception
When the engine is delivered make sure that the packing has not been damaged during
transport and that it has not been tampered with or that components inside the packing have been
removed (see information marked on covers, bases and cartons).
Place the packed engine as close as possible to the place of installation and remove the
packing material, checking that the goods supplied correspond to the order specifications.
If you notice damage or missing parts, inform SOLÉ S.A. after-sales departments and the
carrier immediately and forward photographic evidence of the damage.
After inspecting the goods if you notice damage, write a reservation on the delivery note. Have
the carrier countersign the note and advise SOLÉ S.A., preferably by mail ([e-mail]).
2.2. Transport and handling the packed engine
When lifting and transporting the engine use EXCLUSIVELY a forklift or bridge crane of
appropriate load capacity, with chains equipped with safety hooks suitable for lifting the load.
The use of any other system automatically invalidates the insurance guarantee against
possible damage to the engine.
To unpack the engine, you must follow these steps:
1. Remove the cardboard create.
2. Lift the engine using a forklift and
suitable chains, which hook to the
engine eyebolts.
3. Transfer the engine to the intended
position of installation.
4. Remove the wooden base
5. Begin installation operations.

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2.3. Transporting and handling the unpacked Engine
When the engine is unpacked and ready for transport, use EXCLUSIVELY the appropriate lifting
eyebolts.
2.4. Storage of packed and unpacked engine
If the engine is left idle for prolonged periods, the client must check the possible conditions
of conservation in relation to the place of storage.
If the engine is unused for prolonged periods and stored, observe all the relative technical
specifications.
The treatment of the engine for storage is guaranteed for 6 months after the time of
delivery.
If the user decides to start the engine after a long time period, this must be done in the
presence of an authorized technician.

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Installation
Section 3 - Installation
3.1. Angle of installation
Make sure the engine is installed on a level surface. Otherwise, the following angular
operation maximum is permitted:
Continuously
Temporaly
MINI-17 / MINI-29
25º
30º (Max. 30 min.)
MINI-33 / MINI-44 / MINI-55
15º
30º (Max. 30 min.)
If the engine operates in these conditions, check Section 6.5. Lubrication System.
3.2. Engine Installation
Follow these steps to install the engine:
1. FIX ENGINE. See Section 11 Overall Dimensions and Section 9 Tightening torques.
2. ENGINE COUPLING. Couple the motor to the inverter, hydraulic pump, alternator or power
extraction mechanism correctly.
3. CONNECT EXHAUST OUTLET. See Section 11 Overall Dimensions
1. WET EXHAUST OUTLET
2. DRY EXHAUST OUTLET + SEAWATER OUTLET
4. CONNECT SIPHON BREAKER. (if installed) See Section 11 Overall Dimensions
5. CONNECT SEAWATER INLET. See Section 11 Overall Dimensions
6. CONNECT FUEL INLET. See Section 11 Overall Dimensions
7. CONNECT LEAK COOLANT OUTLET. See Section 11 Overall Dimensions
8. FILL WITH OIL. See 6.4 Lubrication System.
9. FILL WITH COOLANT. See 6.6 Cooling System.
10. CHECK EACH PIPE CONNECTION for oil or coolant leaks.
11. PRIME THE FUEL SYSTEM. See 6.5 Fuel System
12. CONNECT TO SVT PANEL. See Section 11 Overall Dimensions
13. CONNECT TO BATTERY. Follow label battery connection into the engine.
It is necessary to install a waterlock (supplied as accessory) in the exhaust system to avoid
water ingestion (See section 6.7).

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SVT Control Panel
Section 4 –SVT Control Panel
4.1. Identification Panel
The SVT range consists of a control and protection panel set used with propulsion engines. All
units are designed for easy operation by both the installer and the end customer, with different
degrees of performance, depending on the model.
All panels are identified according to their model in the bottom right section (model SVT 10
is identified on the right).
PANEL
SVT 10
SVT 20
SVT 30
SVT 40
ELECTRONIC BOARD
Pre-heating pilot light
•
•
•
•
Battery alarm
•
•
•
•
High temperature alarm
•
•
•
•
Low oil pressure alarm
•
•
•
•
FIVE POSITIONS KEY SWITCH
Engine stop
•
•
•
•
Turn off electronic board
•
•
•
•
Turn on electronic board
•
•
•
•
Engine pre-heating
•
•
•
•
Engine start-up
•
•
•
•
INSTRUMENTS
Tachometer / Hourmeter
-
•
•
•
Coolant temperature gauge
-
•
•
-
Oil pressure gauge
-
-
•
-
Voltmeter
-
-
•
-
The standard model is SVT 20

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SVT Control Panel
4.2. Panel Parts
PRE-HEATING
The LED light turns on when the pre-heating spark plugs receive power. It turns
off after a few seconds to indicate that the engine is ready for start-up.
NOTE: The only purpose of this LED is to inform the user, it does not act on the
engine. The pre-heating spark plugs keep working even if the LED light is not
on.
BATTERY CHARGING FAULT
The LED and the buzzer are activated when the alternator is not charging the
battery.
NOTE: When the engine is off, the alternator is usually not charging and this
alarm is on.
HIGH COOLANT TEMPERATURE
The LED and the buzzer turn on when the coolant temperature is too high.
NOTE: This alarm should never appear during normal engine operation.
LOW OIL PRESSURE
The led and the buzzer light up when the oil pressure is too low.
NOTE: When the engine is off, it is normal for the oil pressure to be low and this
alarm is working.
HIGH SEAWATER TEMPERATURE
This panel part is prepared to install a LED that turns on when the seawater
temperature at the exhaust outlet is more than 70ºC. In addition, in case of
alarm, the buzzer will emit a sound. It is necessary to install the kit alarm
temperature exhaust ref. 60900280.
FIVE POSITION KEY SWITCH
The contact key switch is directly connected to the battery (PIN 30) and
depending on its position (STOP, OFF, ON, PRE-HEATING, START), the key
supplies certain pins/connectors where the different electronic devices are
connected.
TACHOMETER AND HOURMETER
The tachometer displays the revolutions of the engine and is adjusted for each
engine model. If the panel is to be used for an engine other than Solé Diesel
models, the tachometer should be adjusted (see Section 4.3. Settings).
The screen located at the bottom of the clock is the work hours counter. The
hourglass blinks when its counting the work hours; if it does not blink, it
is not counting.
COOLANT TEMPERATURE GAUGE
The thermometer indicates the coolant temperature.
The pressure meter indicates the pressure of the
lubrication circuit.
VOLTMETER
The voltmeter indicates the voltage of the engine electrical installation, generated
by the alternator.
NOTE: During the start-up stage, when the key switch is at the ON and
PREHEATING POSITION, the meter displays the battery voltage, as the alternator
is not yet working.

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4.3. Settings
Tachometer calibration
The tachometers supplied with the panel are calibrated in the factory. The user must only
calibrate tachometers purchased as spare parts.
The tachometer can be calibrated with the switch at the rear. To know its position, the pulley
ratio must be calculated.
After calculating the pulley ratio, refer to the table (approximate value, if required) and rotate
the tachometer switch.
If the pulley ratio is not exactly the same as in the table,
the calibration must be completed with the Calibrator (CAL).
Introduce a small flat screwdriver into the calibrator (CAL) at the
rear of the meter. Carefully calibrate the mechanism moving
the meter needle forwards or backwards until it corresponds to
the engine speed.
Replacing the light bulb
Unscrew the cap of the light bulb (rear of the meters) and change
the light bulb.
Alternator
Poles
12
Switch position
Tachometer
switch
Pulley ratio
1:1
A
1,5:1
B
2:1
C
2,5:1
D
3:1
E
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