Yanmar 8LV320 User manual

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8LV SeriesModel
OPERATION MANUAL
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Date of issue: Jun. 2011
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8LV Series
1st Edition : Jun. 2011
OPERATION MANUAL
Overseas Office
■Yanmar (Head office)
1-32, Chayamachi, Kita-ku, Osaka, Japan 530-8311
■Yanmar Europe B.V. (YEU)
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4 Tuas Lane, Singapore 638613
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Marine Operations Division
Production Dept.
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Quality Assurance Dept.
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TABLE OF
CONTENTS
8LV Series Operation Manual
Page
Introduction ............................................................................................. 1
Record of Ownership........................................................................... 2
Safety........................................................................................................ 3
Safety Precautions .............................................................................. 4
General Information....................................................................... 4
Before You Operate....................................................................... 4
During Operation and Maintenance............................................... 4
Location of Safety Decals.................................................................... 9
Product Overview.................................................................................. 11
Yanmar 8LV Features and Applications............................................ 11
New Engine Break-In................................................................... 12
Component Identification................................................................... 13
Service Side ................................................................................ 13
Non-Service Side......................................................................... 13
Location of Nameplate ...................................................................... 14
Function of Major Components ......................................................... 15
Vessel Control System (VCS) ........................................................... 16
Display......................................................................................... 17
Before You Operate............................................................................... 19
Diesel Fuel ........................................................................................ 20
Diesel Fuel Specifications ........................................................... 20
Filling the Fuel Tank .................................................................... 22
Bleeding the Fuel System............................................................ 22
Engine Oil.......................................................................................... 23
Engine Oil Specifications ............................................................ 23
Engine Oil Viscosity..................................................................... 23
Checking the Engine Oil .............................................................. 24
Adding Engine Oil........................................................................ 24
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Engine Coolant.................................................................................. 25
Engine Coolant Specifications..................................................... 25
Coolant (Closed Cooling System) ............................................... 25
Checking and Adding Coolant..................................................... 25
Checking the Engine Oil and Engine Coolant ................................... 26
Engine Operation .................................................................................. 27
Starting the Engine(Start Up) ............................................................ 28
If the Engine Fails to Start ........................................................... 29
After the Engine has Started ....................................................... 29
Warm Up Mode (Shift Disconnect).................................................... 29
Throttle and Shift Control .................................................................. 30
Neutral......................................................................................... 30
Forward ....................................................................................... 30
Reverse ....................................................................................... 30
Forward (Reverse) to Reverse (Forward) ................................... 30
Cautions During Operation................................................................ 31
Shut-Down the Engine (Stopping)..................................................... 32
Normal Stopping.......................................................................... 32
Emergency Stop.......................................................................... 33
Control the Backup Panel ................................................................. 33
Checking the Engine After Operation................................................ 34
Periodic Maintenance ........................................................................... 35
Precautions ....................................................................................... 36
The Importance of Periodic Maintenance.................................... 36
Performing Periodic Maintenance ............................................... 36
The Importance of Daily Checks ................................................. 36
Keep a Log of Engine Hours and Daily Checks .......................... 36
Yanmar Replacement Parts ........................................................ 36
Tools Required ............................................................................ 36
Ask Your Authorized Yanmar Marine Dealer or
Distributor for Help ...................................................................... 36
Tightening Fasteners................................................................... 37
EPA Maintenance Requirements ...................................................... 39
EPA Requirements for USA and Other Applicable Countries ..... 39
EPA Requirements...................................................................... 39
Conditions to Ensure Compliance with EPA Emission Standards .... 39
Inspection and Maintenance ....................................................... 39
Periodic Maintenance Schedule........................................................ 40
Inspection and Maintenance of EPA Emission-Related Parts..... 41
Periodic Maintenance Procedures .................................................... 42
Daily Checks ............................................................................... 42
After Initial 50 Hours of Operation ............................................... 43
Every 50 Hours of Operation....................................................... 44
Every 250 Hours of Operation..................................................... 46
Every 500 Hours of Operation..................................................... 51
Every 1000 Hours of Operation................................................... 52
Long-Term Storage ............................................................................... 53
Preparing the Engine for Long-Term Storage ................................... 54
Draining the Seawater Cooling System....................................... 54
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Troubleshooting.................................................................................... 57
Troubleshooting After Starting........................................................... 58
Troubleshooting Information.............................................................. 59
Troubleshooting Chart....................................................................... 60
Failsafe Diagnosis Functional Specification Chart ............................ 65
Specifications........................................................................................ 67
Principal Engine Specifications ......................................................... 67
8LV Series Engine Specifications................................................ 67
8LV Series Marine Gear Specifications....................................... 68
System Diagrams .................................................................................. 69
Wiring Diagram.................................................................................. 69
8LV Wiring Diagram .................................................................... 70
EPA Warranty USA Only....................................................................... 73
YANMAR CO., LTD. Limited Emission Control System Warranty -
USA Only........................................................................................... 73
Your Warranty Rights and Obligations ........................................ 74
Warranty Period........................................................................... 74
Warranty Coverage ..................................................................... 74
Exclusions ................................................................................... 74
Owner’s Responsibility ................................................................ 74
Customer Assistance................................................................... 75
Maintenance Log......................................................................... 76
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8LV Series Operation Manual 1
8LV Series Operation Manual
INTRODUCTION
Welcome to the world of Yanmar Marine! Yanmar
Marine offers engines, drive systems and
accessories for all types of boats, from runabouts to
sailboats, and from cruisers to mega yachts. In
marine leisure boating, the worldwide reputation of
Yanmar Marine is second to none. We design our
engines to respect nature. This means quieter
engines, with minimal vibrations, cleaner than ever.
All of our engines meet applicable regulations,
including emissions, at the time of manufacture.
To help you enjoy your Yanmar 8LV series engine
for many years to come, please follow these
recommendations:
• Read and understand this Operation Manual
before you operate the machine to ensure that
you follow safe operating practices and
maintenance procedures.
• Keep this Operation Manual in a convenient place
for easy access.
• If this Operation Manual is lost or damaged, order
a new one from your authorized Yanmar Marine
dealer or distributor.
• Make sure this manual is transferred to
subsequent owners. This manual should be
considered a permanent part of the engine and
remain with it.
• Constant efforts are made to improve the quality
and performance of Yanmar products, so some
details included in this Operation Manual may
differ slightly from your engine. If you have any
questions about these differences, please contact
your authorized Yanmar Marine dealer or
distributor.
• The specifications and components (instrument
panel, fuel tank, etc.) described in this manual
may differ from ones installed on your vessel.
Please refer to the manual provided by the
manufacturer of these components.
• Refer to the Yanmar Limited Warranty Handbook
for a complete warranty description.
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INTRODUCTION
28LV Series Operation Manual
RECORD OF OWNERSHIP
Take a few moments to record the information you need when you contact Yanmar for service, parts or
literature.
Engine Model: _______________________________________________________________________
Engine Serial No.: ____________________________________________________________________
Date Purchased: _____________________________________________________________________
Dealer: _____________________________________________________________________________
Dealer Phone: _______________________________________________________________________
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8LV Series Operation Manual
SAFETY
Yanmar considers safety of great importance and
recommends that anyone that comes into close
contact with its products, such as those who install,
operate, maintain or service Yanmar products,
exercise care, common sense and comply with the
safety information in this manual and on the
machine’s safety decals. Keep the labels from
becoming dirty or torn and replace them if they are
lost or damaged. Also, if you need to replace a part
that has a label attached to it, make sure you order
the new part and label at the same time.
DANGER
DANGER indicates a hazardous situation
which, if not avoided, will result in death or
serious injury.
WARNING
WARNING indicates a hazardous situation
which, if not avoided, could result in death or
serious injury.
CAUTION
CAUTION indicates a hazardous situation
which, if not avoided, could result in minor or
moderate injury.
NOTICE
NOTICE indicates a situation which can cause
damage to the machine, personal property and/or
the environment or cause the equipment to operate
improperly.
A
This safety alert symbol appears
with most safety statements. It
means attention, become alert, your
safety is involved! Please read and
abide by the message that follows
the safety alert symbol.
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SAFETY
48LV Series Operation Manual
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
General Information
There is no substitute for common sense and
careful practices. Improper practices or
carelessness can cause burns, cuts, mutilation,
asphyxiation, other bodily injury or death. This
information contains general safety precautions
and guidelines that must be followed to reduce risk
to personal safety. Special safety precautions are
listed in specific procedures. Read and understand
all of the safety precautions before operation or
performing repairs or maintenance.
Before You Operate
WARNING
• Never permit anyone to install or
operate the engine without proper
training.
• Read and understand this Operation Manual
before you operate or service the engine to
ensure that you follow safe operating
practices and maintenance procedures.
• Safety signs and labels are additional
reminders for safe operating and maintenance
techniques.
• Contact your authorized Yanmar Marine
dealer or distributor for additional training.
During Operation and Maintenance
DANGER
CRUSH HAZARD
• Never stand under hoisted
engine. If the hoist mechanism
fails, the engine will fall on you.
• If the engine needs to be transported for
repair, have a helper assist you attach it to a
hoist and load it on a truck.
• The engine lifting eyes are engineered to lift
the weight of the marine engine only. Always
use the engine lifting eyes when lifting the
engine.
• Additional equipment is necessary to lift the
marine engine and marine gear together.
Always use lifting equipment with sufficient
capacity to lift the marine engine.
WARNING
EXPLOSION HAZARD
• While the engine is running or the
battery is charging, hydrogen gas
is being produced and can be
easily ignited. Keep the area
around the battery well-ventilated
and keep sparks, open flames and
any other form of ignition out of
the area.
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