Engine Mounting - Beta Marine Beta 10 Operator's Maintenance Manual

ENGINE MOUNTING

To ensure vibration free operation, the engine must be
installed and correctly aligned on substantial beds,
extending as far forward and aft as possible, well braced
and securely fastened to form an integral part of the hull.
The engine must be installed as low as possible on the
flexible mount pillar stud. This will limit vibration and
extend the life of the flexible mount.
To assist with engine replacement we offer 'Special
Engine Feet' manufactured to your dimensions, as an
optional extra to suit your existing engine bearers and
shaft alignment / installation.
WARNING!
• Do not set the engine feet high up the flexible mount
pillar stud. This will cause excessive engine movement
and vibration. Pack under the flexible mount with steel
shims securely bolted into the engine bearer.
• The pillar stud on the flexible mount is secured into
position by the lower locknut, do not forget to tighten
this. Also ensure that the stud is not screwed too far
through the mounting body so that it can touch the
bearer. This will cause vibration and knocking noises
which are very hard to find!
ENGINE INSTALLATION AT AN ANGLE
Beta Marine propulsion engines can be installed at angles
up to a maximum of 15° flywheel up or flywheel down
when static, or can be run at up to 25° when heeling.
However if you are considering installing above 12°
please contact Beta Marine or alternatively consider the 7°
down angle gearbox.
4 Engine Mount
5 Engine Mount Alignment
When our engines are installed at varying angles of
inclination the normal markings on the dipstick should be
disregarded. It is probably better to totally drain the sump,
and completely refill the engine sump with the
recommended quantity / volume of lubricating oil - noting
its position on the dipstick - and then marking the
dipstick accordingly (don't forget to replace the oil filter).
If in doubt ask Beta Marine!
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