Introduction - SDMO RENTAL POWER R550C2 User And Maintenance Manual

Introduction

The Operator's Manual contains the information required for the correct, safe operation and maintenance of your
Volvo Penta engine. We recommend therefore that you read the manual carefully and learn to handle the engine
and other equipment in a safe manner before starting the engine.
The Operator's Manual describes the engine and equipment sold by Volvo Penta. The specifications, design
information and illustrations used in the Operator's Manual are not definitive. We reserve the right to make changes
without prior notice.
Differences in appearance and function of the controls and instruments may occur in certain variants. In such
cases, refer to the Operator's Manuals for the applications concerned.
When ordering service or spares, always specify the engine and transmission identification number. Refer to
Technical Data page 86.
Warranty
Your new Volvo Penta industrial engine is covered by
a limited warranty, according to the conditions and
instructions compiled in the Warranty and Service
book.
Note that AB Volvo Penta's liability is limited to that
which is described in the Warranty and Service Book.
Read it carefully, as soon as possible after delivery. It
contains important information about the warranty
card, service intervals and maintenance that the
owner must be aware of, check and perform, other-
wise AB Volvo Penta may disclaim its warranty obli-
gations in part or in full.
Contact your Volvo Penta dealer if you have not
received a Warranty and Service book, or a cus-
tomer copy of the warranty card.
Breaking in
The engine must be broken in during its first 10
operating hours, as follows:
Run the engine in normal operations. However, full
load may not be applied other than for short periods.
Never run the engine for long stretches at constant
speeds during this period.
Higher oil consumption is normal during the first
100-200 hours of operation. For this reason, check
the oil level more frequently than the normal recom-
mendation.
When an disengageable clutch is installed, it should
be checked more carefully during the first days.
Adjustments may be necessary to compensate bed-
ding-in of the friction plates.
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Maintenance and replacement parts
Volvo Penta engines are designed for maximum reli-
ability and long life. They are not only built to withstand
a demanding environment, but also to have the small-
est possible environmental impact. These qualities
will be maintained through regular servicing and the
use of genuine Volvo Penta replacement parts or
replacement parts approved by Volvo Penta.
Volvo Penta has a world-wide network of authorized
dealers. They are Volvo Penta product specialists,
and have the accessories, genuine parts, test equip-
ment and special tools needed for high quality service
and repair work.
Always observe the maintenance intervals in the
manual, and remember to note the engine/trans-
mission identification number when you order
service and spare parts.
Fuel, oils and coolant
Only use fuel and oils of the grades recommended in
the Operator's Manual. Other grades may cause
operational malfunctions, increased fuel consumption
and over time even shorten the life of the engine.
Always change the oil, oil filter and fuel filter at the
specified intervals.
Future warranty claims related to the engine and
accessories may be declined if an unsuitable coolant
has been used, or if the instructions for coolant mix-
ture have not been followed.
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