Maintenance Schedule - Westerbeke 3.5 SBCG Operator's Manual

MAINTENANCE· SCHEDULE
WARNING:
Never attempt to perform any StJrvlce whl/11 th8 eogi'rllls tunnlng. Wear the proper safsty equ/pmsnt sut:h as goggJas
and
gloves, and use the corrBct tools for 11ach job. When ssrviclng/replacing DC components, turn off ths 20 amp DC circuit lmlaker on the
control panel, or disconnsct the battery tennina/s.
SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE
I
DAllY CHECK BEFORE START-UP
Coolant level
Engine Oil Level
Fuel/Water
St~parator
(owner installed)
Fuel SUpply
Visual Inspection of Engine
I
INITIAL 50 HOURS OF OPERATION
EXPLANATION OF SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE
Check at recovery tank, if empty, check.at manifold. Add coolant if needed.
Oil level should indicate. between MAX. and LOW on dipstick. Do not overfill!
Check for water and dirt in fuel. Drain filter if necessary. Replace filter per
manufacturer's recommendation.
Fresh unleaded gasoline with an octane rating of 89 or higher.
Check for fuel, oil and water and exhaust leaks. Check for rust or corrosion. Inspect
wiring and electrical connections. Ensure that bolts & rluts tight Surface of the engine
should be
l~ept
clean.
Valve Clearance Initial Adjustment.
Generator Drive Belt Measure spring tension, inspect belt condition. Adjust tension as needed.
------------------------------------~--~---------------------------------------
Engine Oil and Flltor Initial engine oil and filter change at 50 hours, then change both every 100 hours.
~~--------------------------------~--------~~~~~~~--~~~~------
Exhaust System Initial cheCk· at 50 hours, then every 250 hours. Carefully inspect for leaks. Check
Zinc Anode
Fuel Filler
Fuel Inlet Filter
Spark Plugs
Flame Arrester Screen
Water Pump
I
EVERY 50 OPI!tR!\TING HOURS OR WEEKLY
Drive Belts '(Water Pump)
Starting
Batteries
(and
House Batteries)
anti-siphon valve operation. Check the exhaust elbow for carbon and/or corrosion
buildup on.,inside passages; clean and replace as necessary.
Inspect/clean
Initial change.
Initial change.
Check gap (0.035 in/0.8..().9 mm)
Initial cleaning of screen.
Adjust belt tension (3/8 - 1/2 deflection).
Inspect for proper tension (3/8' to 1/2" deflection) and adjust if needed. Check belt
tor slipping, cracking and wear. Adjust tension or replace as needed.
Check electrolyte levels Make sure cables and connections are in good order. Glean
off corrosion if needed. Apply petroleum jelly to terminals for corrosion protection.
Fuel Pump Inspect for leaks, ensure fuel and electrical coDnections are clean and tight.
----~--------------------------------~~~
Zinc Anode NOTE: Wor* out your awn schedule, boats location, use of shore power can make
I
EVERY 100 OPERATIN(l HOURS OR YEARLY
Engine 011 a11d Filler
Flame Arrester Screen
Timing Belt
Generator Drive Belt
Spark
Plugs
I
EVERY 250
OPERATING
HOURS
~R
YEARLY
Valve Clearance
Generator
Impeller(.~ I
a
difference. Inspect monthly to determine schedule.
Change engine oil and filter.
Clean screen, inspect rubber sealing ring and replace if necessary.
Check for wear. cracks and stretching.
Measure spring length, inspect belt condition. Adjust as needed.
Reference Service Bulletin #276.
·Check plug gap. Ad]usVreplace as needed.
Adjust valves.
'Wipe generator clean of dust and engine exhaust Remove vent cover and inspect for loose
connections and overheated wires or windings. make certain vents are clear and
unobstructed.
Inspect impellar(s) for condition. Replace as neaded.
-----------------------------
Engines & Generators
12