Cautions During Operation - Yanmar 4JH45 Operation Manual

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CAUTIONS DURING
OPERATION
Engine trouble can arise if the engine is
operated for a long time under overloaded
conditions with the control handle in the full
throttle position (maximum engine speed
position), exceeding the continuous rated
output engine speed. Operate the engine
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at about 100 min
throttle engine speed.
Note: If the engine is in the first 50
hours of operation, see New
Engine Break-In on page 12 .
Always be on the lookout for problems
during engine operation.
Pay particular attention to the following:
• Is sufficient seawater being discharged
from the exhaust and seawater outlet
pipe?
If the discharge is small, stop the engine
immediately; identify the cause and
repair.
• Is the smoke color normal?
The continuous emission of black
exhaust smoke indicates engine
overloading. This shortens the engines
life and should be avoided.
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lower than the full
ENGINE OPERATION
• Are there abnormal vibrations or noise?
Excessive vibration may cause damage
to the engine, marine gear, hull and
onboard equipment. In addition, it
causes able passenger and crew
discomfort.
Depending on the hull structure, engine
and hull resonance may suddenly
become great at a certain engine speed
range, causing heavy vibrations. Avoid
operation in this speed range. If you hear
any abnormal sounds, stop the engine
and inspect.
• Alarm buzzer sounds during operation.
If any alarm indicator with audible alarm
sound appears on the display during
engine operation, stop the engine
immediately. Determine the cause and
repair the problem before you continue
to operate the engine.
• Is there water, oil or fuel leakage, or are
there any loose bolts?
Check the engine room periodically for
any problems.
• Is there sufficient diesel fuel in the diesel
fuel tank?
Replenish diesel fuel before leaving the
dock to avoid running out of fuel during
operation.
• When operating the engine at low speed
for long periods of time, race the engine
once every 2 hours.
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