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......... Before You Operate ......... During Operation and Maintenance ..... Location of Safety Decals ........Product Overview ............9 Yanmar 6LPA Features and Applications ....New Engine Break-In ........Component Identification ........Service Side (Left Side as Viewed from Propeller) .............
This manual should be considered a permanent part of the To help you enjoy your Yanmar 6LPA series engine and remain with it. engine for many years to come, please follow these recommendations: •...
SAFETY Yanmar considers safety of great DANGER importance and recommends that anyone Indicates a hazardous situation which, if that comes into close contact with its not avoided, will result in death or products, such as those who install, serious injury.
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NEVER check for a fuel leak with your loosening or tightening engine parts. hands. ALWAYS use a piece of wood or cardboard. Have your authorized Yanmar Flying Object Hazard Marine dealer or distributor repair the damage.
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If a Yanmar Marine Engine is installed at an shorten the engine's life. angle that exceeds the specifications stated in the Yanmar Marine Installation manuals,...
SAFETY LOCATION OF SAFETY DECALS Figure 1 shows the location of safety decals on Yanmar 6LPA series marine engines. DANGER NEVER pour the FULL engine oil across the full line. 119773-07280 0004813 Figure 1 1 – Part Number: 120324-07240 4 – Part Number: 128296–07300 2 –...
(including the propeller) and other onboard equipment, always observe the instructions The 6LPA-STP2 engines are equipped with and cautions given in the operation manuals a marine gear (ZF63A1 or KMH50A). supplied by the shipyard and equipment The 6LPA-STZP2 engines are equipped manufacturers.
Once past the initial 10 hours until 50 hours, the engine should be used over its full A new Yanmar diesel engine must be operating range, with special emphasis on operated at suitable speeds and power running at relatively high power settings.
PRODUCT OVERVIEW ENGINE NAMEPLATE The nameplate of Yanmar 6LPA series engines is shown in Figure 3. The nameplate is located on the engine rocker arm cover. Check the engine's model, Model output, rpm and serial number on the Gear Model nameplate.
Diesel Fuel Specifications replenish them. It also describes the daily NOTICE: Only use diesel fuels engine checks. recommended by Yanmar for the best engine performance, to prevent engine damage and to comply with EPA warranty requirements. Only use clean diesel fuel.
0004908 Figure 4 Grade Viscosity Chart (Figure 5). Check the fuel level in the fuel tank. Yanmar does not recommend the use Refill if necessary. of engine oil “additives.” Open the fuel cock of the fuel tank. Handling Engine Oil...
Figure 6 If you operate your equipment at temperatures outside the limits shown, It is recommended that the engine be consult your authorized Yanmar dealer or as level as possible before checking the distributor for special lubricants or starting oil.
Follow the procedures in Filling the Fuel Before you start for the day, make sure the Tank on page 29, Checking the Engine Oil Yanmar engine is in good operating on page 31 and Checking and Adding condition. CAUTION! It is important to...
(for at least one refill) on board, to be ready for emergencies. Checking the Wiring Connectors See your authorized Yanmar Marine dealer or distributor. Tightening All Major Nuts and Bolts See Tightening Fasteners on page 51 or see your authorized Yanmar Marine dealer or distributor.
• If the ambient temperature is below -16˚C (+5˚F), rubber components such as gaskets and seals will harden causing premature engine wear and damage. • Contact your authorized Yanmar Marine engine dealer or distributor if the engine will be operated outside of this standard 0003622 temperature range.
The alarm should stop and the indicators should go out. NOTICE: If any indicator fails to illuminate when the key switch is in the ON position, see your authorized Yanmar Marine dealer or distributor 0003622 for service before operating the Figure 2 engine.
Any alterations to Periodic maintenance prevents unexpected this engine may void its warranty. Be sure to downtime, reduces the number of accidents use Yanmar genuine replacement parts. due to poor engine performance and helps extend the life of the engine. Performing Periodic...
Failure to perform periodic maintenance will maintenance or service related procedures. shorten the life of the engine. Yanmar Replacement Parts Yanmar recommends that you use genuine Yanmar parts when replacement parts are needed. Genuine replacement parts help ensure long engine life.
See your authorized Yanmar Marine dealer or distributor for assistance when checking items marked with a ●. : Check or Clean ◊: Replace ●: Contact your authorized Yanmar Marine dealer or distributor System Item...
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE : Check or Clean ◊: Replace ●: Contact your authorized Yanmar Marine dealer or distributor System Item Periodic Maintenance Interval Daily Every 50 Every Every Every Every Every hours or 1000 1250 monthly hours or hours hours hours...
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE : Check or Clean ◊: Replace ●: Contact your authorized Yanmar Marine dealer or distributor System Item Periodic Maintenance Interval Daily Every 50 Every Every Every Every Every hours or 1000 1250 monthly hours or hours hours hours...
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE : Check or Clean ◊: Replace ●: Contact your authorized Yanmar Marine dealer or distributor System Item Periodic Maintenance Interval Daily Every 50 Every Every Every Every Every hours or 1000 1250 monthly hours or hours hours hours...
Checking the Fuel Injector Spray See Changing the Engine Oil and Replacing Pattern the Engine Oil Filter Element on page 59. See your authorized Yanmar Marine dealer or distributor. Inspecting and Adjusting Intake / Exhaust Valve Clearance Proper adjustment is necessary to maintain the correct timing for opening and closing the valves.
Note: Never adjust the high speed stop bolt on the governor. This will void the engine warranty. Adjusting Engine Speed (Governor) Remote Control Cable See your authorized Yanmar dealer or distributor. Adjusting Clutch Remote Control Cable Refer to the manufacturer's documentation. 0004920...
Cleaning or Replacing inlet. Exhaust / Water Mixing Elbow Clean the air cleaner with detergent. See your authorized Yanmar dealer or Allow to air dry and install on the air distributor. inlet. NOTICE: Replace the air cleaner if unable to clean or if Replacing Fuel Line and Rubber damaged.
If no damage is found when inspecting Checking the Fuel Injection Timing the inside of the pump, install the O-ring and cover. See your authorized Yanmar Marine dealer If a large amount of water leaks or distributor. continuously from the water drain line...
V-Belt Tension on page 67. or 5 years, whichever comes first. Replacing the Timing Belt • Cleaning the Cooling Water System See your authorized Yanmar Marine dealer • Cleaning and Checking the Seawater or distributor. Passage Washing the Engine Cooler •...
TROUBLESHOOTING TROUBLESHOOTING INFORMATION If the engine does not operate properly, refer to the Troubleshooting Chart on page 73 or see your authorized Yanmar Marine dealer or distributor. Supply the authorized Yanmar Marine dealer or distributor with the following information: • Model name and serial number of your engine •...
6 months. If it remains unused for longer than this, please contact your authorized Wipe off any dust or oil from the outside Yanmar Marine dealer or distributor. of engine. Drain water from fuel filters. Drain fuel tank completely or fill the tank to prevent condensation.
Warranty Handbook for a description of the normal (non-EPA) warranty. Your Warranty Rights and Obligations: Yanmar warrants to the first user and each subsequent purchaser the emission control system on your engine for periods of time 0005438 listed below provided the engine has been...
Repair or replacement of any warranted replacement of emission control systems parts will be performed at an authorized are Yanmar parts. The owner may elect to Yanmar dealer or distributor. This limited have maintenance, replacement or repair of emission control system warranty covers...