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MAINTENANCE ANO ADJUSTMENTS
Introduction
This section contains a scheduled preventive maintenance program and several adjustment procedures the
owner/operator can perform without the benefit of sophisticated and expensive tools and instruments.
Preventive Maintenance
Perform the preventive maintenance in accordance with the schedules listed In the following paragraphs.
Adherence to these schedules wUI ensure the equipment is maintained In the best possible condition and
that
It
will perform to expectations. Those items marked by an asterisk (*) are recommended to be performed
by an authorized
d~er
or distributor.
Daily (before each use)
1. Check the oil sump level. Maintain the oil level at or near upper level mark on dipstick.
2. Check the coolant level in the plastic recovery tank. Maintain this level
at
or above the level marked
ADO.
3. Check the transmission's lubricant level, and add additional lubricant as needed.
4. Visually inspect the engine; check for loose belts, chafed or broken wires, loose brackets and flttfngs,
damaged hoses, loose clamps, and other equipment not properly secured. This check should Include
the propeller shaft coupling to the transmission's output flange.
5. Visually Inspect the sea water strainer.
6. Check the fuel supply. Fill tank(s) with a good grade of No. 2 diesel fuel, If required. Fuel additives are
recommended to prevent algae growth.
7. Check the primary filter/Water separator. Drain and service as required. (A primary filter/Water separator
Is optional, but strongly recommended.)
a.
Check the engine's gauges or lights for proper oil pressure, operating temperature, and starting battery
charging voltage once the engine is operating.
9. Check each alternator's output gauge (if installed) for proper DC voltage.
Monthly
Check the condition of the zinc anode in the heat exchanger's sea water circuit. aean or replace the anode,
as required. Keep the area inside the heat exchanger clean of zinc anode debris. The rapid deterioration of
the zinc anode may be an indication of electrolysis action caused by an electrical fault adjacent to the ves-
sel, or from an electrical fault on the vessel.
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