Westerbeke 3.0 BPMG Operator's Manual page 13

INTRODUCTION
ORDERING PARTS
Whenever replacement parts are needed, always provide the
generator and engine model and serial numbers. In addition,
include a complete part description and part number for each
part needed (see the separately furnished Parts Catalog).
Also insist upon WESTERBEKE packaged parts because
will
fit
or generic parts are frequently not made to the same
specifications as original equipment.
NOTES, CAUTIONS AND WARNINGS
As
this manual takes you through the operating procedures,
maintenance schedules, and troubleshooting of your
generator, critical information will be highlighted by
NOTES, CAUTIONS, and WARNINGS.
An
explanation
follows:
NOTE:
An operating procedure essential to note.
A
CAUTION:
Procedures, which if not strictly
observed, can result in the damage or destruction of
the engine or·generatar.
A
WARNING:
Procedures, which if not properly ·,
followed, can result In personal injury or loss of life.
NOTE:
A carbon monoxide warning decal
has
been provided
by WESTERBEKE. Affix this decal in a visible location in the
e1J.gine room.
SPARES AND ACCESSORIES
Certain spare parts
will be
needed to support and maintafu
your WESTERBEKE generator or engine when cruising (see
SUGGESTED SPARE PARTS). Often even simple items s:Uch
as proper fuel and oil filters can be difficult to obtain alort.g
the way. WESTERBEKE will provide you with a suggested
spares and accessories brochure to assist you in preparing an
on-board inventory of the proper WESTERBEKE parts.
PROTECTING YOUR INVESTMENT
Care at the factory during assembly and thorough testing
have resulted in a WESTERBEKE generator capable of
many thousands of hours of dependable service. However the
manufacturer cannot control how or where the generator is
installed in the vessel or the manner in which the unit is
operated and serviced in the field. This is up to the
buyer/owner-operator.
NOTE:
Seven important steps to ensure long generator life:
• Proper engine and generator installation.
• An efficient well-designed exhaust system
that
includes
an anti-siphon break
to
prevent water from entering the
engine.
• Chang;.ng the engine oil and oil filters every 100 operat-
ing hours.
• Proper maintenance of
all
engine and generator compo-
nents according to the maintenance schedule in this
manual.
• Use clean, filtered unleaded fuel.
,.
• Winterize your engine according to the "Lay-up and
Recommissioning" section in this manual.
• Raw Water Cooled Model - Flush the engine cooling
system according to the procedures found in this
manual.
UNDERSTANDING THE GASOLINE GENERATOR
TQe gasoline engine driving an AC generator is in many
ways similar to a gasoline automobile engine. The cylinders
are in-line, and the engine's cylinder head has an overhead
camshaft which is belt-driven. The engine incorporates a
pressure type lubrication system, and a water-cooled engine
block.
To a large degree, the generator's engine requires the same
preventive maintenance that is required of a gasoline
automobile engine. The most important factors to the
generator's longevity are proper ventilation, maintenance of
the fuel system, ignition system, and cooling system.
CARBON MONOXIDE DETECTOR
WESTERBEKE recommends mounting a carbon monoxide
detector in the vessels living quarters. Carbon monoxide,
even in small amounts, is deadly.
The presence of carbon monoxide indicated an exhaust leak
from the engine or generator or from the exhaust
elbow/exhaust hose, or the fumes from a nearby vessel are
entering your boat.
If carbon monoxide is present, ventilate the area with clean
air and correct the problem immediately!
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