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Section 1 INTRODUCTION This manual gives specific instructions for the Along with standard tools, Yanmar recommends the proper repair of Yanmar 6LY3 series marine use of special tools necessary to perform repairs engines. correctly. Please follow the procedures carefully to ensure Yanmar products are continuously undergoing quality service.
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6LY3 Service Manual Section 2 SAFETY SAFETY STATEMENTS Yanmar is concerned for your safety and the Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not condition of your marine engine. Safety statements avoided, will result in death or serious injury. are one of the primary ways to call your attention to the potential hazards associated with Yanmar marine engines.
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NEVER use a shop rag to catch the fuel. • Safety signs and decals are additional reminders for safe operating and maintenance techniques. Wipe up all spills immediately. • See your authorized Yanmar marine dealer or distributor for additional training. NEVER refuel with the engine running. Crush Hazard...
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ALWAYS use a piece of wood or cardboard. Have parts cleaners, primers, sealants and sealant your authorized Yanmar marine dealer or distributor removers. repair the damage. Undersized wiring systems can cause an electrical fire.
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Make sure the engine is installed on a level surface. or cause it to operate improperly. If a Yanmar Marine engine is installed at an angle that exceeds the specifications stated in the Yanmar Marine Installation Manuals, engine oil may Only use replacement parts specified.
Location of Safety Decals SAFETY 12/05 LOCATION OF SAFETY DECALS Figure 2-1 shows the location of safety decals on Yanmar 6LY3 series marine engines. Figure 2-1 NEVER pour the engine oil across FULL the full line. 119773-07280 DO NOT STEP ON COVERS.
If the engine is operated at temperatures below 1. Check that the engine oil, oil storage container those shown in Figure 3-5, consult your Yanmar and filling equipment are free of sediment and Marine dealer for special lubricants and starting water.
• SAE J814C, J1941, J1034, J2036 temperature range in which you will be operating. • ASTM D3306 • ASTM D4985 Yanmar recommends using genuine Yanmar coolant / antifreeze. Contact your authorized Yanmar dealer or distributor. Recommended Engine Coolants: • TEXACO LONG LIFE COOLANT ANTIFREEZE, both standard and pre-mixed.
Exhaust Gas Emission Regulations EXHAUST GAS EMISSION REGULATIONS 6LY3 series engines are applicable with Marine Compression Ignition Engines Regulation of the EPA (40 CFR Part 94) in the U.S. RCD Regulation and BSO Regulation in Europe and other regulations are applied to this engine.
Safety Precautions PERIODIC MAINTENANCE 12/05 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Yanmar Replacement Parts Yanmar recommends that using genuine Yanmar Before servicing the 6LY3 marine engines, review parts when replacement parts are needed. the Safety Section on page 2-1. Genuine replacement parts help ensure long engine life.
The following should be treated only as a general guideline. : Check : Replace : Contact your authorized Yanmar Marine dealer or distributor Every 50 Every 250 Every 500...
Periodic Maintenance Schedule PERIODIC MAINTENANCE 12/05 : Check : Replace : Contact your authorized Yanmar Marine dealer or distributor Every 50 Every 250 Every 500 Every 1000 Every 2000 Before Hours or System Item Hours or Hours or Hours or...
Be sure to check the following items every modifications or repairs should be performed by 250 hours or after one year of operation, whichever your authorized YANMAR service center. comes first. WARNING! • Check the Fuel Injector Spray Pattern (Initial •...
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NOTICE: Only No. 1 opening equipment are required. Consult your authorized pressure can be measured with this method. YANMAR marine dealer or distributor. Specialized equipment is required to (a) Install the fuel injection nozzle to the nozzle measure No. 2 opening pressures precisely.
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(whichever comes first). This lowers cooling performance, so it is necessary to clean and maintain the oil cooler. See your authorized Yanmar marine dealer or distributor to replace the rubber fuel hoses. Internal contamination of the oil cooler reduces...
(See Adjusting the No-load Minimum 2. Fill the diesel fuel, oil and coolant. Speed on page 4-26.) 3. Only use oil recommended by Yanmar. 4. Perform loaded operations as required. 4. Be sure to mix LLC with fresh water.
Timer Components and Functions Figure 6-5 Timer Components The 6LY3 series engine utilizes an electro-hydraulic timer. The timer consists of a piston, a cylinder and a cam drive coupling. The piston has helical spline outside and straight spline inside, as illustrated in Figure 6-6.
This engine uses double-spring nozzles manufactured by DENSO. NOTICE: NEVER disassemble the nozzle holder 0005699 retaining nut at a Yanmar workshop. Defer maintenance to an authorized FIE service shop, Figure 6-36 which can maintain the DENSO fuel nozzles. 1 – Nozzle Body Holder Fuel Injection Nozzle Functions 2 –...
ELECTRONIC CONTROL SYSTEM The Electronic Control System (ECS) is used with the 6LY3 series engines. In order to function, the Engine Control Unit (ECU), the electronic governor and electro-hydraulic timer are interconnected to the fuel injection pump. The ECU controls the fuel injection quantity and injection timing electronically.
In order to prevent the misuse or illegal operation of an engine’s control system, the control program and data are managed by a production system. In addition, Yanmar’s production data management system can provide the correct data for replacing an ECU and / or fuel injection pump when it is necessary.
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In the case of replacing a fuel injection pump, the ECU of the engine must be rewritten by the Pump Adjustment Data by using a YDT. The rewriting of the ECU control data is performed by Yanmar authorized personnel when replacement of an ECU or its components is necessary.
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NOTICE: The bilge pump impeller should be 3. Secure the strainer so that it will not turn upside replaced by an authorized YANMAR service center. down or on its side. Use the supplied hose and avoid thin vinyl hose and hose that is not heat “Bolt Lock”...
Check to see if the specific gravity of the battery fluid is greater than 1.25. Recharge or replace the battery. Faulty starter switch. Consult your local Yanmar Marine dealer. Faulty pump. Consult your local Yanmar Marine dealer. Pump turns, but does not draw up water.
12/05 An easy-to-use battery charger is available from Precautions for Battery Storage Yanmar. Take proper care of the battery by using a The life of a battery depends on the way it is battery charger (Figure 12-10, (1)) and handled. After about 2 years its performance will hydrometer.
Electronic Control System ELECTRONIC CONTROL SYSTEM The 6LY3 series engine is equipped with an Electronic Control System (ECS). The ECS includes an Engine Control Unit (ECU), an engine interface module, an electronic governor and an electro-hydraulic timer. These components are attached to the fuel injection pump, control fuel injection quantity and injection timing electronically.
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0.5 seconds SEC THROTTLE on the TELEFLEX display Remarks *If the sub-throttle position sensor is replaced with YANMAR standard parts, check the specification of the throttle potentiometer. Fail mode will be different according to the position of the main throttle.