Westerbeke 10.0KW-60Hz User manual

Gasoline with an ETHANOL content
higher than 10% (E10) is not allowed
and may void warranty.
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
INTRODUCTION
Readthis safety manual carefully. Most accidents are caused
by failure to follow fundamenfLll ruks and precautions.
Know when dangerous conditions exist and fLliaJ the
necessary precautions
to protectyourself, yourpersonnel,
andyour machinery.
The following safety instructions are in complimlce with the
American Boat and
Yacht Council (ABYC) standards.
PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK
A WARNING: Do not touch AC electrical connections
while engine Is running, Dr when connected to shore
power. Lethal voltage is present at these connections!
• Do not operate this machinery without electrical
enclosures and covers in place.
• Shut offelectrical power before accessing electrical
equipment.
• Use insulated mats whenever working on electrical
equipment.
• Make sure your clothing and skin are dry, not damp
(particularly shoes) when handling electrical equipment.
• Remove wristwatch and all jewelry when working on
electrical equipment.
• Do not connect utility shore power to vessel's AC
circuits, except through a ship-ta-shore double throw
transfer switch. Damage to vessel's AC generator may
result if this procedure is not followed.
• Electrical shock results from handling a charged capacitor.
Discharge capacitor
by shorting terminals together.
PREVENT BURNS - HOT ENGINE
A WARNING: Do not touch hot engine parts Dr
exhaust system components_ A running engine gets
very hot!
• Always check the engine coolant level at the coolant
recovery
tank.
A WARNING: steam can cause Injury Dr death!
• In case of an engine overheat, allow the engine to cool
before touching
the engine or checking the coolant.
PREVENT BURNS - FIRE
A WARNING: Fire can cause injury Dr death!
• Prevent flash fires. Do not smoke or pennit flames or
sparks to occur near the carburetor, fuel line, filter, fuel
pump, or other potential sources of spilled fuel or fuel
vapors. Use a suitable container to catch all fuel when
removing the fuel line, carburetor, or fuel filters.
• Do not operate with ~ Coast Guard Approved flame
arrester removed. Backfire can cause severe injury or
death.
• Do not operate with the air cleaner/silencer removed.
Backfire can cause severe injury or death.
• Do not smoke or permit flames or sparks to occur near the
fuel system. Keep the compartment and the engine/gener-
ator clean and free ofdebris to minintize the chances of
fire. Wipe up all spilled fuel and engine oil.
• Be aware - diesel fuel will bum.
PREVENT BURNS - EXPLOSION
A WARNING: Explosions from fuel vapors can cause
Injury Dr death!
• Follow re-fueling safety instructions. Keep the vessel's
hatches closed when fueling. Open and ventilate cabin
after fueling. Check below for fumeslvapor before running
the blower. Run the blower for four ntinutes before start-
ing your engine.
• All fuel vapors are highly explosive. Use extreme care when
handling and storing fuels. Store fuel in a well-ventilated
area
away from spark-producing equipment and out of the
reach ofchildren.
• Do not fill the fuel tank(s) while the engine is running.
• Shut off the fuel service valve at the engine when servicing
the fuel system. Take care in catching any fuel that ntight
spill.
DO NOT allow any smoking, open flames, or other
sources of fire near the fuel system or engine when servicing.
Ensure proper ventilation exists when servicing the fuel
system.
• Do not alter or modify the fuel system.
• Be sure all fuel supplies have a positive shutoff valve.
• Be certain fuel line fittings are adequately tightened and
free of leaks.
• Make sure a fire extinguisher is installed nearby and is
properly maintained. Be familiar with its proper use.
Extinguishers rated ABC by the NFPA are appropriate
for all applications encountered in this environment.
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Engines & Generators

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
ACCIDENTAL STARTING
A WARNING: Accidental starting can cause injury
01 death!
• Disconnect the battery cables before servicing the engine!
generator. Remove
the negative lead first and reconnect
it last.
• Make certain all personnel are clear of the engine before
starting.
• Make certain all covers, guards, and hatches are re-
installed before starting the engine.
BAnERY EXPLOSION
A WARNING: Battery explosion can cause injury
«death!
• Donot smoke or allow an open flame near the battery
being serviced. Lead acid batteries emit hydrogen, a
highly explosive gas,
which can be ignited by elec~cal
arcing or by lit tobacco products. Shut off all electncal
equipment in the
vicinity to prevent electrical arcing dur-
ing servicing.
• Never connect the negative (-) battery cable to the posi-
tive (+) connection ternrinal
of the starter solenoid. Do
not test the battery condition by shorting the terminals
together. Sparks could ignite battery gases or fuel vapors.
Ventilate any compartment containing batteries to prevent
accumulation
of explosive gases. To avoid sparks, do not
disturb the battery charger connections while the battery
is being charged.
• Avoid conlllcting the ternrinals with tools, etc., to prevent
burns or sparks that could cause
an explosion. Remove
wristwatch, rings, and any otherjewelry before handling
the
battery.
• Always tum the battery charger offbefore disconnecting
the battery connections.
Remove the negative lead first
and reconnect it last whenservicing the battery.
BAMRYACID
A WARNING: Sulfuric acid in batteries can cause
SIWBI8 injury 01 death!
• When servicing the battery orchecking the electrolyte
level, wear rubber
gloves, a rubber apron, and eye protec-
tion. Batteries conlllin sulfuric
acid which is destructive.
If itcomes in conlllCt with your skin, wash it off at once
with
water. Acid may splash on the skin or into the eyes
inadvertently when
removing electrolyte caps.
TOXIC EXHAUST GASES
A WARNING: Carbon monoxide (CO) is a deadly gas!
• Ensure that the exhaust system is adequate to expel gases
discharged from the engine. Check the exhaust system
regularly for leaks and make sure the exhaust manifold!
water-injected elbow is securely attached.
• Be sure the unit and its surroundings are well ventilated.
Run blowers when running the generator set or engine.
• Don't run the generalor sel or engine unless the boat is
equipped with a functioning marine carbon monoxide
detector that complies with ABYCA-24. Consult your boat
builder
or dealer for installation of approved detectors.
• For additional information refer to ABYC T-22
(educational information on Carbon Monoxide).
A WARNING: Carbon monoxide (CO) is an invisible
odorless gas. Inhalation produces flu·like symptoms,
nausea or death!
• Do not use copper tubing in diesel exhaust systems. Diesel
fumes can rapidly destroy copper tubing in exhaust systems.
Exhaust sulfur causes rapid deterioration of copper tubing
resulting in exhaust/water leakage.
• Do not install exhaust outlet-where exhaust can be drawn
through portholes, vents, or air conditioners. If the engine
exhaust discharge outlet is near the waterlme, water could
enter the exhaust discharge outlet and close or restrict the
flow of exhaust. Avoid overloading the craft.
• Although diesel engine exhaust gases are not as toxic as
exhaust fumes from gasoline engines, carbon monoxide
gas is present in diesel exhaust fumes. Some of the
symptoms or signs of carbon monoxide inhalation or
poisoning are:
Vomiting
Dizziness
Headache
Nausea
AVOID MOVING PARTS
Inability to think coherently
Throbbing in temples
Muscular twitching
Weakness and sleepiness
A WARNING: Rotating parts can cause Injury
or death!
• Do not service the engine while it is running. If a situation
arises in which it is absolutely necessary to make operat-
ing adjustments, use extreme care to avoid touching mov-
ing parts and hot exhaust system components.
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