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preiod of
time at
least
twice
that
used when cranking.
repeat steps 3 through 5.
Then
CAUTION:
Excessive cranking can damage
the starter
as well as
fill the exhaust muffler and that portion of the system between
the muffler and engine with raw cooling water possibly getting it
back into the engine.
STARTING THE ENGINE (WARM)
If the engine is warm and has only been stopped for a short time,
place
the
throttle
in
the par tially open position
and engage
the
starter as above, eliminating the preheat step.
NOTE:
preheat must be depressed on generator units whenever
it is
being started.
NOTE:
Always be sure that the star ter pinion has stopped revolving
before again re-engaging
the starter
~
otherwise,
the flywheel ring
gear or starter pinion may be damaged.
Extended use of the cold starting aid beyond the time periods stated
should be avoided to prevent damage to the aid.
NEVER under
any circumstances use or allow anyone to use ether to
start
your
engine.
If
your
engine
will
not
start,
then
have
a
qualified Westerbeke marine mechanic check it.
WHEN ENGINE STARTS
1.
Check for normal oil presure immediately upon engine starting.
Do
not continue to run engine if oil pressure is not present within
15 seconds of starting the engine.
2.
Check Sea Water Flow.
Look for water discharge with the exhaust.
Do this without delay.
3.
Recheck Crankcase Oil.
After the engine has run 3 or 4 minutes,
subsequent to an oil change or new installation, stop the engine
and check the crankcase oil level.
This is important as it may be
necessary to add oil to compensate for the oil that is required to
fill the engine's internal oil passages and oil filter.
Add oil
as necessary.
Check oil level prior to each day's operation.
4.
Recheck Transmission Fluid level.
(This applies only subsequent
to a fluid change or new installation.)
In such a case, stop the
engine after running for several minutes at 800 RPM with one shift
into forward and one into reverse,
then add fluid as necessary.
Check fluid level each day of operation.
5.
Check
Expansion Tank Water Level.
This
is done
stopping
the
engine
and
removing
the
fresh
water
fill
cap
from
the
manifold/expansion tank.
(To remove the cap, press down on it
with the palm of the hand and twist the cap counterclockwise until
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