Engine - Pogo 36 Owner's Manual

4. Engine

Engine:
Standard engine for the Pogo 36 is the D1-30 from Volvo Penta Sail-drive. It is a two-blade folding
propeller.
Use and maintenance of the engine :
Please refer to the Volvo Penta manual called "instruction book". A complete reading of this manual
is recommended to prevent damages and in order to be acquainted with the component parts of the
engine to change regularly (filters, seals, anode). Please note that the first year the anode of the
propeller should be controlled regularly.
Engine cooling seacock inlet:
It is very important to check that the cooling seacock is open before starting the engine. It is located
on portside of the sail-drive base and you can access by the hatch of the aft portside cabin.
When the engine is on, check the water circulation of the cooling system. Some water should come
out of the exhaust.
At the engine start, it is recommended to put some power for a few seconds in order to properly
initiate the cooling system.
Points to control:
It is important to take meticulously care of your engine. Follow the maintenance schedule and check
the level of the engine oil as well as the level for the liquid coolant.
It is important that you control the condition of the anodes during the lifetime of the propeller. The
erosion of the first set of galvanic anodes is quite fast and they must be controlled regularly.
Ensure the property of the engine room and check regularly that there is no leakage (fuel or water).
Information:
For all further information about your engine and its maintenance, please contact your Volvo Penta
dealer for assistance.
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