INTRODUCTION
SERIAL
NUMBER
LOCATION
The engine's model number and serial number are located on
an I.D. plate that
is
mounted on the side of the water jacketed
exhaust manifold. The engine serial number
is
also stamped
into the engine block on the flat surface just outboard ofthe
fuel injection pump. Take time
to
enter this information on
the illustration below. It will provide a quick reference when
seeking technical information and/or ordering needed parts.
0 HZ.
60HZ.
An
identification plate on the engine manifold also displays
the engine model and selial number.
CARBON
MONOXIDE
DETECTOR
WESTERBEKE recommends mounting a carbon monoxide
detector in the vessels living quarters. Carbon monoxide,
even in small amounts, is deadly.
The presence
of
carbon monoxide indicated
an
exhaust leak
from the engine or generator or from the exhaust
elbow/exhaust hose, or the fumes from a nearby vessel are
entering your boat.
If
carbon monoxide
is
present, ventilate the area with clean
air and correct the problem immediately!
NOTE:
A carbon monoxide warning decal has been provided
by WESTERBEKE. Affix this decal
in
a visible position
in
the
engine
room.
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
of
the same general type
as
that
of
a gasoline engine; and the
diesel engine has the same type
of
valves, camshaft, pistons,
connecting rods and lublicating 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 ofthe fuel, lubricating and cooling systems.
Replacement
of
fuel and lublicating filter elements at the
time periods specified
is
a must, and frequent checking for
contamination (that is, 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 done away with and in
their place
is
a single component -the fuel injection pump
which performs the function
of
both.
ORDERING
PARTS
Whenever replacement/service parts are needed, always
provide the generator model number, engine serial number,
and generator selial number
as
they appear on the silver and
black name plate located on the generator end.
You
must
provide us with this information so we may properly identify
your generator set. In addition, include a complete part
descliption and part number for each part needed (see the
separately furnished Parts List). Also insist upon
WESTERBEKE packaged parts because willfit or generic
parts are frequently not made
to
the same specifications
as
oliginal equipment.
SPARES
AND
ACCESSORIES
Certain spares will be needed
to
support and maintain your
WESTERBEKE generator.
Your
local WESTERBEKE
dealer will assist you in preparing
an
inventory ofspare parts.
See the
SPARE
PARTS page in this manual. For Engine and
Generator Accessolies, see the ACCESSORIES brochure.
INSTALLATION
MANUAL
Publication #43400 provides detailed information for
installing generators.
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