Every 50 Hours Of Operation - Yanmar 6SY Series Operation Manual

PERIODIC MAINTENANCE

Every 50 Hours of Operation

After you complete the initial 50 hour
maintenance procedures, perform the
following procedures every 50 hours or
monthly whichever comes first.
• Draining the Fuel Filter and the Fuel
Filter / Water Separator
• Checking the Battery Electrolyte
Level
Draining the Fuel Filter and the Fuel
Filter / Water Separator
See Draining or Replacing the Fuel Filter
Element and Fuel Filter / Water Separator on
page 40.
Checking the Battery Electrolyte
Level (Serviceable Batteries Only)
NOTICE: NEVER attempt to remove the
covers or fill a maintenance-free battery.
1. Do not operate with insufficient battery
electrolyte as the battery will be
destroyed.
2. Remove the plugs and check the
electrolyte level in all cells. WARNING!
Batteries contain sulfuric acid.
NEVER allow battery fluid to come
in contact with clothing, skin or
eyes. Severe burns could result.
ALWAYS wear safety glasses and
protective clothing when servicing
the battery. If battery fluid contacts
the eyes and / or skin, immediately
flush the affected area with a large
amount of clean water and obtain
prompt medical treatment.
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3. If the level is lower than the minimum fill
level (Figure 13, (1)), fill with distilled
water (Figure 13, (2)) (available in the
grocery store) up to the upper limit
(Figure 13, (3)) of the battery.
(3)
Figure 13
NOTICE: Battery fluid tends to evaporate in
high temperatures, especially in summer. In
such conditions, inspect the battery earlier
than specified.
Note: The maximum fill level is
approximately 10 - 15 mm
(3/8 - 9/16 in.) above the plates.
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