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April 28, 2025

Смешивается антифриз с водой внешнего контура какая причина

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Mr. Anderson
May 15, 2025

Antifreeze mixes with water in the external circuit of the Vetus Series to protect the engine’s cooling system from corrosion, cavitation, and freezing during winter storage. The mixture also ensures proper cooling system function and prevents engine damage.

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  • Page 1 M-LINE Marine Diesel Engines Operation manual 345102.01...
  • Page 3 Please enter the serial numbers here. These numbers should be quoted when inquiring about Customer Ser- vice, Repairs or Spare Parts (see page 6). We reserve the right to make any changes without previous notice. Copyright © 2019 Vetus B.V. Schiedam Holland...
  • Page 4 Please read and observe the information giv- This engine has been built exclusively for the The relevant accident prevention guidelines en in this operation manual. This will enable application specified in the scope of sup- and other generally accepted safety and you to avoid accidents, preserve the manu- ply and is to be used only for the intended industrial hygiene regulations must be ob-...

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Contents Safety measures Maintenance Checking engine speed Cleaning the heat exchanger Warning indications Introduction Preventing fire and explosion Maintenance schedule Lay-up / Winter storage Prevention of injury Checking engine oil level procedure When problems occur Checking coolant level Checking and cleaning the raw Recommissioning after lay- Introduction water strainer...

  • Page 6: Safety Measures

    1 Safety measures Warning indications Warning indications The following warning indications are used in this manual in the context of safety: Symbols anger aution Indicates that great potential danger exists Indicates that the usage procedures, actions Indicates that the relevant procedure that can lead to serious injury or death.

  • Page 7: Preventing Fire And Explosion

    1 Safety measures Preventing fire and explosion ire risk • Do not smoke if refuelling. • Do not fill the fuel tank while the engine is • Connecting (emergency) extra starting bat- running! tery • Avoid spilling fuel on hot surfaces. Spilled Only refuel with the engine stopped.

  • Page 8: Prevention Of Injury

    1 Safety measures Prevention of injury • The moving parts of the engine are danger- • Satisfy yourself that everything is in order • Remove any tool used to turn the engine ous. Never touch moving parts of the en- before the engine is started again! over.
  • Page 9 1 Safety measures Prevention of injury • Be careful with battery acid! • Make sure that you are wearing suitable If battery acid comes in contact with the clothing before starting work! eyes or skin, rinse the affected part imme- For your own safety you will most likely diately with copious amounts of water.

  • Page 10: When Problems Occur

    1 Safety measures When problems occur When the engine stops suddenly: lf the engine overheats: If the fan belt is broken: If the engine stops suddenly, do not start it If the engine should overheat, do not switch Immediately stop the engine. If an engine is again immediately.

  • Page 11: Introduction

    2 Introduction Dear customer, Vetus diesel engines are designed both for We have endeavoured to highlight any differ- We are available to help with any additional pleasure craft and commercial craft. Conse- ences so that you will able to locate the oper- inquiries.

  • Page 12: Data Tag

    1 Engine data tag 2 Engine data tag location 3 Engine serial number The Vetus engine serial number and perfor- The type plate is positioned as shown. The Mitsubishi engine serial number is mance data are printed on the engine data stamped on the fuel injection pump.

  • Page 13: Cylinder Numbering And Direction Of Rotation

    - Increased fuel and oil consumption. injector volume may only be carried out by Direction of rotation - Incorrectly adjusted injector volume and authorised Vetus Service personnel. The direction of rotation is viewed towards poor engine performance. the flywheel counter clockwise.

  • Page 14: Identification Of Engine Parts M2, M3

    2 Introduction Identification of engine parts M2, M3 1 Calorifier connection, engine ‘IN’ 2 Calorifier connection, engine ‘OUT’ 3 Cooling system air bleed nipple / Con- nection for extra expansion tank (Keel cooling model only) 4 Oil filler cap 5 Filler cap for cooling system 6 Expansion tank 7 Heat exchanger 8 Cooling system drain plug...
  • Page 15 2 Introduction Identification of engine parts M2, M3 13 Airvent connection 14 Water separator/Fuel filter 15 Water separator/fuel filter air bleed nipple 16 Fuse 17 Fuel lift pump 18 Connection electrical system 19 Fuel supply pipe connection ø 8 mm 20 Air inlet silencer / Air filter 21 Oil dipstick 22 Connection for throttle push-pull cable...

  • Page 16: Identification Of Engine Parts M4

    2 Introduction Identification of engine parts M4 1 Calorifier connection, engine ‘OUT’ 2 Cooling system air bleed nipple / Con- nection for extra expansion tank (Keel cooling model only) 3 Oil filler cap 4 Filler cap for cooling system 5 Expansion tank 6 Heat exchanger 7 Cooling system drain plug 8 Airvent connection...
  • Page 17 2 Introduction Identification of engine parts M4 17 Exhaust injection bend ø 50 mm 18 Water separator/Fuel filter 19 Water separator/fuel filter air bleed nipple 20 Fuse 21 Fuel lift pump 22 Connection electrical system 23 Fuel supply pipe connection ø 8 mm 24 Air inlet silencer / Air filter 25 Oil dipstick 26 Fuel pump air bleed nipple...

  • Page 18: Control Panels

    2 Introduction Control panels Panel, model MP22 Panel, model MP10 Panel, excl. voltmeter, model MP21 1 Tachometer/Operating hours counter 8 Indicator light pre-heating 2 Voltmeter 9 Warning light gearbox low oil pressure 3 Starter pre-heat switch/lock 4 Warning light high raw water temperature 5 Warning light low oil pressure 6 Warning light high coolant temperature 7 Warning light battery charging...
  • Page 19 2 Introduction Control panels, option Panel, model MP34 Panels, model MP10, MP22, MP34 for SOLAS engines only 1 Tachometer/Operating hours counter 8 Indicator light pre-heating 2 Voltmeter 9 Warning light gearbox low oil pressure 3 Starter pre-heat switch/lock 10 Temperature gauge, coolant 4 Warning light high raw water temperature 11 Oil pressure gauge 5 Warning light low oil pressure...
  • Page 20 2 Introduction Control panels, option Panel, model MP22 Panel, model MPA22 for keel cooled engines with second alternator only 1 Tachometer/Operating hours counter 8 Indicator light pre-heating 2 Voltmeter 9 Warning light gearbox low oil pressure 3 Starter pre-heat switch/lock 13 Warning light second alternator 4 Warning light high raw water temperature 14 Warning light general...

  • Page 21: Control Lever

    2 Introduction Control lever neutral gearbox reverse gearbox forward reverse throttle forward throttle Single lever control Single lever control handle for two engines handle for 1 engine 6 Operating lever Operating lever for 1 or 2 engines. The control lever works as shown in the dia- gram.

  • Page 22: First Commissioning

    3 First commissioning Engine Oil 15W40 API: CF4, CG4, CH4, CI4 ACEA: A3/B3, A3/B4, E7 For example: - Vetus Marine Diesel Engine Oil 15W40 - Shell Rimula R4 L 15W40 litres Imp. pt US pt 11.6 1 Commissioning the engine...
  • Page 23 3 First commissioning Vetus engines are normally equipped with Technodrive or ZF-Hurth gearboxes. In case your engine is equipped with another brand of gearbox follow the in- structions given in the supplied owners manual. 3 Filling gearbox with oil Technodrive: ZF Hurth: •...
  • Page 24 3 First commissioning COOLANT Coolant quantity: litres Imp. pt US pt 11.4 13.7 4 Filling the cooling system, interCooling • Remove the cap (1) of the filler neck on the • Fill the cooling system. aution top of the heat exchanger housing. Never fill the cooling system with sea water or Use a mixture of 40% antifreeze (ethylene- brackish water.
  • Page 25 3 First commissioning COOLANT 1 cm ”) The level of the coolant must be approx. 1 cm • Replace the filler cap. • Reinstall the bolt in the thermostat cover.. (3/8”) below the lower edge of the filler neck. Bleeding will take place automatically during filling!
  • Page 26 3 First commissioning Coolant quantity (engine only): 1.0 bar 1.0 bar DO NOT OPEN litres Imp. pt US pt DO NOT OPEN 12.7 15.2 aution Never fill the cooling system with sea wa- ter or brackish water. 5 Filling the cooling system, keel Cooling •...
  • Page 27 3 First commissioning • Top up the extra expansion tank to the min- • Reinstall the pressure cap (2). imum level.
  • Page 28 3 First commissioning 1.0 bar DO NOT OPEN 6 Filling coolant system, if a water heater is connected -1- point of the water heater is situ- • Remove the ‘ ’ cap (1) and fill the Use a mixture of 40% antifreeze (ethylene- highest do not open ated at a...
  • Page 29 3 First commissioning 1.0 bar DO NOT OPEN 7 Filling coolant system, if a water heater is connected -2- point of the water heater is situ- • Fill the cooling system via the expansion Use a mixture of 40% antifreeze (ethylene- highest ated at a level than the expansion tank...
  • Page 30 3 First commissioning FUEL Neutral (No throttle, gearbox not engaged) arning Never fill the fuel tank while the engine is running. Do not spill fuel. Prevent unnec- essary pollution. 8 Fuel 9 Other preparations • Ensure that the fuel tank is filled with diesel •...
  • Page 31 3 First commissioning 10 Test run • Start the engine. • Check the oil level. If necessary top up to • Check that the engine and all connections the indicated level. (fuel, coolant and exhaust) for leaks. How to start the engine and what to check before, during and immediately after start- •...
  • Page 32 3 First commissioning 11 Bleeding 12 Sea trial The cooling system must be bled as soon as • Replace the cap on the filler neck. • Check the operation of the remote control. the engine has reached normal working tem- perature.

  • Page 33: Running-In

    4 Running-in In order to ensure a long life for your en- After the first 50 operation hours carry out the gine, please observe the following for the following maintenance: first 50 operating hours: • Drain water from fuel filter, see page 53. •...

  • Page 34: Use

    General guidelines General guidelines for use Implementing the following recommenda- • Never run the engine without a thermostat. • Always follow the safety advice, see page 4. tions will result in longer life and better per- formance and more economical operation of •...
  • Page 35 5 Use General guidelines After repair work: Check that all guards have been replaced and First commissioning that all tools have been removed from the en- Follow the instructions given for ‘First com- gine. missioning’ on page and further if the en- When starting with pre-heating, do not use gine is being commissioned for the first time.

  • Page 36: Starting

    5 Use Starting Before starting, always check the following points: half throttle, • Engine oil level. gearbox not engaged • Coolant level. • Sea cock open. • Main switch ‘ ’ . • Gearbox in ‘ ’ position. neutral 1 Control lever 2 Control panel Set the control lever to ‘half throttle’...
  • Page 37 5 Use Starting Ambient Tem- Pre-heating time perature Above + 5°C about 6 seconds (41°F) +5°C to -5°C about 12 seconds (+41°F to +23°F) Below -5°C (23°F) about 18 seconds Maximum pre- 1 minute heating time 3 Switching on 4 Pre-heating •...
  • Page 38 5 Use Starting 5 Starting Now turn the key further to the ‘ ’ posi- Release the key as soon as the engine fires start aution tion. (the key will return to the ‘ ’ position) and Release the key if the engine does not fire throttle back.
  • Page 39 5 Use Starting Check that the indicator lights for oil pressure Let the engine run for 5 to 10 minutes in neu- aution and alternator are off. tral. A good warm up is essential to ensure Never turn the key to the ‘ ’...

  • Page 40: Starting Using The Spring Starter

    5 Use Starting using the spring starter (option) half throttle, gearbox not engaged 6 Preparation 7 Re-set trip mechanism 8 Winding the springs • Using the handle (3) clockwise to wind the • Convince yourself that it is safe to start the •...
  • Page 41 5 Use Starting using the spring starter (option) aution Never leave the spring starter part- wound. It is possible to unwind the starter, should the need occur, by turning the handle anti-clockwise. Additional force will be required to overcome the initial friction. 9 Starting •...

  • Page 42: Cruising

    5 Use Cruising Idling speed: M2.13, 850 rpm M2.18 M3.29 900 rpm M3.28 SOLAS M4.35 M4.45 840 rpm M4.15 SOLAS M4.17 SOLAS M4.56 900 rpm M4.55 SOLAS 10 Tachometer The instrument panel is provided with the fol- Indicating the number of revolutions per arning lowing instruments (Depending of the type of minute of the engine.
  • Page 43 5 Use Cruising 11 Voltmeter 12 Temperature gauge 13 Oil pressure gauge Indicating the battery voltage. Indicating the temperature of the internal With the engine at operating temperature, When the engine is running, the battery volt- cooling system. the oil pressure is: age should be between 12 and 14 Volts.
  • Page 44 5 Use Cruising 14 Warning lights 15 Alarm buzzer None of the five warning lights should light Oil pressure, battery charging and tempera- up while the engine is running. ture indicator lights are all connected to an alarm buzzer. If this alarm buzzer sounds while running, Stop the engine immediately!

  • Page 45: Stopping

    5 Use Stopping Neutraal 16 Stopping 17 Stopping on the engine itself • Reduce engine speed to idle and shift the • When the engine has stopped, turn the key On the engine itself stopping is possible by gearbox to ‘Neutral’ . to the ‘o ’...

  • Page 46: Maintenance

    6 Maintenance Introduction Introduction The following guidelines should be observed Failure to carry out maintenance can result in for daily and periodic maintenance. Perform faults and permanent damage to the engine. each function at the indicated time interval. No claim can be made on the Guarantee if The intervals stated are for normal operation- maintenance has been neglected.
  • Page 47 6 Maintenance Introduction Keep record of the following information - Oil pressure and coolant temperature. in the logbook and/or the ‘Service and War- ranty Manual’: - Parts on which maintenance is conducted and type of maintenance (adjustment, - Total engine hours (reading engine hour repair or replacement), and the results of counter).

  • Page 48: Maintenance Schedule

    6 Maintenance Maintenance schedule Every 10 hours or daily, before starting page Every 100 hours, at least once every year page Check engine oil level Drain water from fuel filter Check engine oil level, at free-fall lifeboats (SOLAS) Replace oil filter Check coolant level Battery, cables and cable connections Check water strainer...
  • Page 49 Every 1000 hours page. Check starter motor Check alternator Check turbocharger Consult the service manual, work to be carried out by a Vetus Mit- anger subishi dealer. Stop the engine before carrying out any maintenance work Only engines with intercooling.

  • Page 50: Checking Engine Oil Level

    6 Maintenance Checking engine oil level Daily, before starting. 1 Check oil level 2 Oil level 3 Topping up oil • Turn the engine off. The oil level must be at or near the upper The oil filling cap is on top of the the valve cover,.
  • Page 51 6 Maintenance Checking engine oil level For free-fall life boats. M3: 15 mm ( ”) M3: 23 mm ( ”) M3: 30 mm (1 ”) M4: 14 mm ( ”) M4: 16 mm ( ”) M4: 18 mm ( ”) α...

  • Page 52: Checking Coolant Level

    6 Maintenance Checking coolant level Daily, before starting. COOLANT COOLANT 1 cm ”) 6 Checking coolant level 7 Coolant level 8 Topping up coolant • Check the coolant level in the header tank. The level of the coolant must be approx. 1 cm •...
  • Page 53 6 Maintenance Checking coolant level Daily, before starting. • When topping up coolant, remove the bolt from the upper side of the thermo- stat cover, so that air can escape from the cooling system.

  • Page 54: Checking And Cleaning The Raw Water Strainer

    6 Maintenance Checking and cleaning the raw water strainer Daily, before starting. 9 Checking the raw water strainer 10 Cleaning the strainer • Check daily whether there is any dirt in the • Close the seacock before removing the lid •...

  • Page 55: Draining Of Water From The Water Separator/Fuel Filter

    6 Maintenance Draining of water from the water separator/fuel filter Every 100 operating hours. 11 Empty fuel filter 12 Empty water separator • Open the drain plug at the lower side of the Empty the separately installed water separa- anger filter.
  • Page 56 6 Maintenance Draining of water from the water separator/fuel filter Every 100 operating hours. 13 Bleeding After the water separator/fuel filter has been • Turn the key of the starter switch to posi- • Open the two bleeding nipples to speed up drained, the air has to be bled from the fuel tion ‘ON’...
  • Page 57 6 Maintenance Draining of water from the water separator/fuel filter Every 100 operating hours. 14 Start the engine A second bleeding nipple is located at the fuel • Operate the starter switch until the engine injection pump. fires; release the starter switch if the engine does not fire within 20 seconds.

  • Page 58: Engine Oil Change

    6 Maintenance Engine oil change Every 250 operating hours. 15 Engine oil change Change the engine oil every 250 hours of Change the oil with a switched off engine at arning operation (together with engine oil filter re- operation temperature. (Lube oil temperature Never use additives.
  • Page 59 6 Maintenance Engine oil change Every 250 operating hours. 16 Draining the oil • Remove the dipstick; insert the suction • After draining remove the suction hose of arning hose of the supplied sump pump in the the sump pump out of the dipstick tube. The engine oil must be disposed in accord- dipstick tube.
  • Page 60 6 Maintenance Engine oil change Every 250 operating hours. 17 Removing the oil filter 18 Oiling the oil seal 19 Oil filter installation • Unscrew the oil filter, with a commercially • Clean the contact surface of the gasket. • Install the filter in accordance with the in- available tool.
  • Page 61 6 Maintenance Engine oil change Every 250 operating hours. mount oF oil oil Filter inCl litres Imp. pt US pt 20 Refilling with oil • Refill the engine with new oil (for specifica- • Operate the engine at idling speed for a tion see page 126) through the filler open- short period of time.

  • Page 62: Battery, Cables And Connections

    6 Maintenance Battery, cables and connections Every 100 operating hours. Warning notes and safety regulations for Corrosive hazard: Warning note: working with batteries Battery acid is highly corrosive, there- • Do not place batteries in direct day- fore: light without protection. Wear eye protection.
  • Page 63 6 Maintenance Battery, cables and connections Every 100 operating hours. 21 Battery, battery connections Keep battery clean and dry. Ensure that clamps make good contact after reassembling. • Remove battery cables (negative first). • Hand tighten the bolts only. • Clean battery posts (+ and −) and clamps and grease with acid-free and acid-resistant grease.
  • Page 64 Vetus maintenance-free batteries 22 Checking specific gravity 23 Hydrometer operation Green dot visible: Every Vetus Maintenance-free battery has a In case of low level, caused by overcharging hydrometer (1) built into the cover. State of charge 65 % or more.
  • Page 65 6 Maintenance Battery, cables and connections Every 100 operating hours. Conventional batteries Conventional batteries Specific State of gravity charge 1,.8 kg/l 100% 1.20 kg/l recharge recharge 1.12 kg/l immediately 24 Checking electrolyte level 25 Checking specific gravity For conventional batteries it is required to Measure the electrolyte specific gravity of the During checking the temperature of the elec- check the electrolyte level regularly.

  • Page 66: Gearbox Oil Level Check

    6 Maintenance Gearbox oil level check Every 100 operating hours. Vetus engines are normally equipped with Technodrive or ZF-Hurth gearboxes. Consult the supplied Owners Manual for more details about care and maintenance. In case your engine is equipped with another brand of...

  • Page 67: Fuel Filter Replacement

    6 Maintenance Fuel filter replacement Every 500 operating hours. 27 Fuel filter removal 28 Fuel filter installation The fuel filter is to be replaced as a unit. • Clean any debris from the filter carrier rim. • Install the filter. When the rubber gasket touches the housing, apply another tight- •...

  • Page 68: Cleaning Filter Fuel Lift Pump

    6 Maintenance Cleaning filter fuel lift pump Every 500 operating hours. Fuel lter 29 Fuel lift pump • Check, and if necessary clean, filter inside the fuel lift pump. • Open the fuel stop cock. • Check for leakage. For fuel filter art. code see page 140.

  • Page 69: Bleeding, After Fuel Filter Replacement

    6 Maintenance Bleeding, after fuel filter replacement Every 500 operating hours. 30 Bleeding 31 Start the engine • After replacing the fuel filter the air has to • Operate the starter switch until the engine • Check for leaks once more. be bled from the fuel system.

  • Page 70: Changing The Gearbox Oil

    6 Maintenance Changing the gearbox oil Every 500 operating hours. 14 / 17 32 Draining the oil 33 Filling with new oil Drain the oil with the aid of a separate sump Or, if sufficient space below the gearbox is •...

  • Page 71: Flexible Engine Mounts, Hose Connections And Fasteners

    6 Maintenance Flexible engine mounts, hose connections and fasteners Every 500 operating hours. 34 Check flexible engine mounts 35 Inspection hose connections 36 Check fasteners • Check the bolts which secure the damper • Inspect all hose connections of the cooling- •...

  • Page 72: Checking Valve Clearance

    6 Maintenance Checking valve clearance Every 500 operating hours. 37 Checking / adjusting valve clearance 38 Remove upper cover 39 Remove the V-belt protection cover Checking the valve clearance must be done • Close the sea cock. • Loosen the the screws -the screws can be with a cold engine, that is an engine which loosened without tools and they have anti- did not run for at least 6 hours.
  • Page 73 6 Maintenance Checking valve clearance Every 500 operating hours. Valve clearance: Mark on Inlet 0.25 mm gearcase (0.010”) Exhaust 0.25 mm (0.010”) TDC mark 1.0 x 5.5 40 Remove rocker cover 41 Locating TDC 42 Adjusting valve clearance • Remove the 2 nuts of the rocker cover. •...
  • Page 74 6 Maintenance Checking valve clearance Every 500 operating hours. Valve clearance: Mark on Inlet 0.25 mm gearcase (0.010”) Exhaust 0.25 mm (0.010”) TDC mark 1.0 x 5.5 43 Remove rocker cover 44 Locating TDC 45 Adjusting valve clearance • Remove the 2 nuts of the rocker cover. •...
  • Page 75 6 Maintenance Checking valve clearance Every 500 operating hours. Valve clearance: TDC mark for no. 1 Inlet 0.25 mm and no. 4 pistons (0.010”) Mark on Exhaust 0.25 mm gearcase (0.010”) TDC mark for no. 2 and no. 3 pistons Injection timing mark 1.2 x 6.5 46 Remove rocker cover...

  • Page 76: Checking The V-Belt

    6 Maintenance Checking the V-belt Every 500 operating hours. 49 Remove the V-belt protection cover 50 Inspection V-belt • • Loosen the the screws -the screws can be • Inspect the belt for wear and tear (fraying anger loosened without tools and they have anti- and cracking).
  • Page 77 6 Maintenance Checking the V-belt Every 500 operating hours. 51 Checking tension 52 Tensioning V-belt 53 Reinstall the protection cover • Check tension of the V-belt by applying • Loosen the bolt of the adjustment bracket • Always reinstall the V-belt guard onto the moderate finger and thumb pressure.

  • Page 78: Checking Valve Oil Sump Ventilation

    6 Maintenance Checking valve oil sump ventilation Once every year. Only at engines (SOLAS) for lifeboats! 54 Checking valve • Loosen bolt (1) and lift the valve from the • Remove the plug (2). • Re-assemble the valve in reverse order. engine.

  • Page 79: Raw Water Pump Inspection

    6 Maintenance Raw water pump inspection Every 1000 operating hours. Only engines with intercooling! 1.6 x 6.3 55 Raw water pump inspection 56 Pump cover removal 57 Impeller removal The rubber impeller of the outboard water Inspection where appropriate changing is as •...
  • Page 80 6 Maintenance Raw water pump inspection Every 1000 operating hours. 58 Impeller inspection 59 Pump housing inspection For impeller art. code see page 140. • Inspect the impeller for damage. • Check the inside of the pump housing for damage. Pay special attention to wear of •...
  • Page 81 6 Maintenance Raw water pump inspection Every 1000 operating hours. 60 Re-install the impeller 61 Reinstall the pump cover • Reinstall the cover with a new O-ring. • The impeller should be lubricated with glycerin or a non-petroleum based lubri- cant such as a silicone spray before fitting it •...

  • Page 82: Coolant Replacement

    6 Maintenance Coolant replacement Every 1000 operating hours. 62 Coolant replacement The coolant has to be replaced every 1000 op- Keel cooler erating hours or at least once every two years. How the cooling system in engines with keel cooling should be drained depends N.B.
  • Page 83 6 Maintenance Coolant replacement Every 1000 operating hours. 64 Draining of coolant • Remove the drain plugs from the engine • For M4.56 and M4.55 SOLAS only block (1) and heat exchanger housing (2). • Detach the hose to the oil coiler (3) and •...
  • Page 84 6 Maintenance Coolant replacement Every 1000 operating hours. Coolant quantity: litres Imp. pt US pt 11.4 13.7 aution Never fill the cooling system with sea wa- ter or brackish water. 65 Filling the cooling system • Remove the cap of the filler neck on the top •...
  • Page 85 6 Maintenance Coolant replacement Every 1000 operating hours. COOLANT ater heater If a water heater is connected to the en- gine and this heater is positioned above 1 cm the upper side of the engine than bleeding ”) of the heater will not take place automati- cally! Fill the heater separately to bleed the cooling system completely.

  • Page 86: Air Filter Replacement

    6 Maintenance Air filter replacement Every 1000 operating hours. Engines for lifeboats (SOLAS) are sup- plied without an air filter. install an air filter into the filter ever housing at these engines. 66 Air filter replacement • Loosen the hose clamp (1). •...

  • Page 87: Checking The Starter Motor And Alternator

    If the Bendix does not engage can be turned easily. If this is not the case, properly, contact your Vetus dealer. contact your Vetus dealer.

  • Page 88: Checking Engine Speed

    6 Maintenance Checking engine speed Speed (rpm) Max. Idle M2.13 3000 M2.18 3600 arning M3.29 3600 The maximum engine speed adjust- M3.28 SOLAS ment screw has been correctly set at M4.35 3600 the factory and sealed. DO NOT at- M415 SOLAS tempt to remove this seal.
  • Page 89 6 Maintenance Checking engine speed Minimum speed Increasing RPM adjustment screw Minimum speed Maximum speed adjustment adjustment screw screw Maximum speed Lead seal adjustment Lead seal screw 70 Adjusting engine idling speed If the engine speed differs from that stated above, it must be adjusted.

  • Page 90: Cleaning The Heat Exchanger

    6 Maintenance Cleaning the heat exchanger Under normal conditions of use cleaning the Possible causes of fouling are: heat exchanger is not necessary! - Small rubber particles from a damaged sea Cleaning of the heat exchanger is not a water pump impeller. routine maintenance job.
  • Page 91 6 Maintenance Cleaning the heat exchanger 71 Remove the drain plug 72 Removal of bolts out of the end covers • Close the seacock and detach the water in- • Remove the filler cap from the top of the • Take out both central bolts from the end let hose from the sea water pump.
  • Page 92 6 Maintenance Cleaning the heat exchanger 73 Remove heat exchanger 74 Cleaning the heat exchanger • Slide the heat exchanger out of the hous- • Clean the heat exchanger: Use a pipe clean- ing. er to remove fouling in the pipes. •...
  • Page 93 6 Maintenance Cleaning the heat exchanger 75 Replacing heat exchanger 76 Replacing the end covers • Replace the heat exchanger in the original • Fit the end covers in the housing. • Refit the drain plug. position in the heat exchanger housing. •...

  • Page 94: Lay-Up / Winter Storage Procedure

    A long period means a period longer than 3 Consult a Vetus Dealer if help is required with months, for example, during the winter pe- this. riod.
  • Page 95 7 Lay-up / Winter storage procedure Inspections and maintenance work to be carried out: page Clean the engine, remove any salt. Paint any rust spots and spray the whole engine with a protective medium, for example CRC protective 6-66. Drain off the water from the fuel system and fill the fuel tank. Make sure that the engine fuel system is filled with a fuel mixture with protective properties.
  • Page 96 7 Lay-up / Winter storage procedure 1 Corrosion protection 2 Fuel system The various parts of the engine (except the • Drain the water from the water separator/ • Install a new fuel filter. (page 65). engine block) have been treated with an fuel filter and the fuel tank.
  • Page 97 Only use CEN EN 590 Diesel fuel. E.g.: Preferably water-free fuel. • Use this mixture to run the engine at no - Vetus Marine Diesel Engine Oil 15W40 Collect some fuel from the return pipe, load for approx. 5 minutes. - Shell Rimula R4 L 15W40 while engine is running.
  • Page 98 7 Lay-up / Winter storage procedure Heat exchanger Only clean the heat exchanger if this is absolutely necessary, see page 88. Combine flushing the raw water circuit with fresh water with running the en- Raw water pump gine with the protective fuel mixture, Check the impeller of the raw water see ‘Winter storage procedure - Protec- pump at least once every two years, see...
  • Page 99 7 Lay-up / Winter storage procedure Protect the sea cock as follows: With the motor stopped. • Place the sea cock in a position that it is just opening. • Pour a small amount of non-toxic bi- odegradable anti-freeze into the raw water strainer.
  • Page 100 7 Lay-up / Winter storage procedure 6 Lubrication system 7 Changing the gearbox oil With the engine still at operating tempera- • Replace the oil filter and change the engine • Stop the engine and change the oil of the ture: (If not, run the engine until warm, then oil;...
  • Page 101 7 Lay-up / Winter storage procedure 8 Electrical system • Disconnect the battery cables. • Charge batteries during winter lay-up regu- • Follow the recommendations given on larly if required! pages or consult the recommen- dations given by the battery supplier for in- spection and maintenance of the batteries.

  • Page 102: Recommissioning After Lay-Up Or Winter Storage

    Drain the water from the fuel system. sailing season. Check the raw water system. Consult a Vetus Dealer if help is required with Check the coolant level in the internal cooling system. this. Check the oil level.
  • Page 103 8 Recommissioning after lay-up or winter storage 1 Fuel system • Drain the water from the water separator/ • Drain the water from the fuel tank. • Open the fuel valve. fuel filter. (page 53)
  • Page 104 8 Recommissioning after lay-up or winter storage 1,6 x 6,3 2 Raw water cooling system • Check that the lid of the raw water strainer • Check whether the lid of the raw water • Re-tighten possible loose hose clamps. is reinstalled.
  • Page 105 8 Recommissioning after lay-up or winter storage COOLANT 3 Fresh water cooling system 4 Lubrication system • Open the sea cock. • Check the coolant level. (page 50) • Check the engine oil level. (page 48)
  • Page 106 8 Recommissioning after lay-up or winter storage 5 Electrical system 6 Switching on • Make sure that the batteries are fully • Connect the batteries. • Turn the start key on the instrument panel charged. (page 60, 99) clock-wise; the warning lights for oil pres- sure and alternator will now light up and the alarm buzzer will sound.
  • Page 107 8 Recommissioning after lay-up or winter storage 7 Check engine for leaks 8 Checking instruments and remote con- trols • Start the engine. • Check the operation of the instruments, the remote control and the gearbox. • Check the fuel system, the cooling system and the exhaust for leakage.

  • Page 108: Troubleshooting

    9 Troubleshooting General Engine faults are in most cases caused by im- If you are unable to identify the cause of the anger proper operation or insufficient maintenance. fault or to rectify it yourself, then contact the Before starting, make sure that nobody is in nearest service representative.
  • Page 109 9 Troubleshooting Fault finding table Fault page Engine will not crank Engine cranks but will not start, no smoke from exhaust Engine cranks but will not start, smoke from exhaust Engine starts but runs unevenly (rough idling) or stalls Engine does not reach maximum rpm under load Engine overheats Engine not firing on all cylinders Engine has little or no oil pressure...

  • Page 110: Engine Will Not Crank

    9 Troubleshooting Fault finding table 1 Engine will not crank 2 Engine cranks but will not start, no smoke from exhaust Possible fault Remedy Possible fault Remedy Faulty or discharged battery (too Check / recharge battery and (Nearly) Empty fuel tank. Refill.

  • Page 111: Engine Cranks But Will Not Start, Smoke From Exhaust

    9 Troubleshooting Fault finding table 3 Engine cranks but will not start, smoke from exhaust 4 Engine starts but runs unevenly (rough idling) or stalls Possible fault Remedy Possible fault Remedy Faulty injector/injection pump. Check, replace if required. (Nearly) Empty fuel tank. Refill.

  • Page 112: Engine Does Not Reach Maximum Rpm Under Load

    9 Troubleshooting Fault finding table 5 Engine does not reach maximum rpm under load 5 Engine does not reach maximum rpm under load Possible fault Remedy Possible fault Remedy Fuel pre-filter clogged . Clean /replace Engine overloaded. Check size of propeller. Fuel filter clogged with water Check or replace.

  • Page 113: Engine Overheats

    9 Troubleshooting Fault finding table 6 Engine overheats 7 Engine not firing on all cylinders Possible fault Remedy Possible fault Remedy Faulty injector/injection pump. Check, replace if required. Fuel supply line restricted. Check / clean. Sea cock closed. Open. Fuel filter clogged with water Check or replace.

  • Page 114: Engine Has Little Or No Oil Pressure

    9 Troubleshooting Fault finding table 8 Engine has little or no oil pressure 9 Engine oil consumption excessive Possible fault Remedy Possible fault Remedy Oil level too low. Increase level. Oil level too high. Lower level. Incorrect lube oil SAE class or Replace.

  • Page 115: Fuel Consumption Excessive

    9 Troubleshooting Fault finding table 10 Fuel consumption excessive 11 Black exhaust smoke (idling) Possible fault Remedy Possible fault Remedy Faulty injector/injector pump. Check, replace if necessary. Injector fault Check /replace. Incorrect fuel quality or dirty Check fuel. Drain and rinse fuel Oil level too high.

  • Page 116: Black Exhaust Smoke (At Load)

    9 Troubleshooting Fault finding table 13 Black exhaust smoke (at load) 14 White exhaust smoke (at full load) Possible fault Remedy Possible fault Remedy Faulty injector / injection pump. Check / replace if required. Faulty injector/injection pump. Check, replace if required. Incorrect injection timing.

  • Page 117: Burnt Oil Trace In Exhaust Line

    9 Troubleshooting Fault finding table 15 Burnt oil trace in exhaust line . Possible fault Remedy Oil level too high . Lower level. Excessive wear of cylinder / Check compression; refurbish piston, piston rings. engine. Faulty turbocharger . Check, Repair / Replace .

  • Page 118: Technical Data

    Engine specifications M3.29 M4.35 M4.45 M4.56 Model M2.13 M2.18 M3.28 SOLAS M4.15 SOLAS M4.17 SOLAS M4.55 SOLAS General Make Vetus Mitsubishi Number of cylinders Based on L2E-65DMA L2E-65DM L3E-6ADM S4L2-66DM S4L2-65DM S4L2-T Type 4-stroke diesel, in-line Injection Indirect Aspiration Natural...
  • Page 119 10 Technical data Engine specifications M3.29 M4.35 M4.45 M4.56 Model M2.13 M2.18 M3.28 SOLAS M4.15 SOLAS M4.17 SOLAS M4.55 SOLAS Engine installation Max. installation angle 15 degrees backwards Max. athwartships angle 25 degrees continuously, 30 degrees intermittent Maximum Output 8.8 kW 11.8 kW 20 kW 24.3 kW...
  • Page 120 10 Technical data Engine specifications M3.29 M4.35 M4.45 M4.56 Model M2.13 M2.18 M3.28 SOLAS M4.15 SOLAS M4.17 SOLAS M4.55 SOLAS Fuel System (Self-bleeding) Injection pump Bosch type NC Bosch type NC Bosch type NC Bosch type M Bosch type M Bosch type M Injectors Plug injector...
  • Page 121 10 Technical data Engine specifications M3.29 M4.35 M4.45 M4.56 Model M2.13 M2.18 M3.28 SOLAS M4.15 SOLAS M4.17 SOLAS M4.55 SOLAS Cooling system Capacity, 2.2 litres 2.2 litres 3 litres 6.5 litres 6.5 litres 6.5 litres Intercooler version (3.9 Imp. pt) (3.9 Imp.
  • Page 122 10 Technical data Engine specifications M3.29 M4.35 M4.45 M4.56 Model M2.13 M2.18 M3.28 SOLAS M4.15 SOLAS M4.17 SOLAS M4.55 SOLAS Raw water pump, 20 l/min 20 l/min 20 l/min 30 l/min 30 l/min 78 l/min Flow at max. engine rpm (4.4 Imp.

  • Page 123: Gearbox Specifications

    10 Technical data Engine specifications Gearbox specifications M3.29 M4.35 M4.45 M4.56 Model M2.13 M2.18 M3.28 SOLAS M4.15 SOLAS M4.17 SOLAS M4.55 SOLAS Exhaust system Exhaust diameter 40 mm 40 mm 40 mm 50 mm 50 mm 60 mm Exhaust back pressure at specified output max.

  • Page 124: Torque Wrench Settings

    10 Technical data Torque wrench settings M2.13 M2.18 M3.29 M3.28 SOLAS Screw connection Thread Wrench Size Torque (ft.lbf ) (kgm) (58 ±3.5) Cylinder head bolt 78 ±5 (8 ±0.5) (18 ±3.5) Cilinder head bolt 25 ±5 (2.5 ±0.5) (24 ±1) Connecting rod nut 33 ±1.5 (3.35 ±0.15)
  • Page 125 10 Technical data Torque wrench settings M4.35 M4.45 M4.56 M4.15 SOLAS M4.17 SOLAS M4.55 SOLAS Screw connection Thread Wrench Size Torque (kgm) (ft.lbf ) Cylinder head bolt M10 x 1,25 88 ±5 (9 ±0.5) (65 ±3.5) Connecting rod nut M9 x 1 34.8 ±2.5 (3.55 ±0.25) (26 ±2)

  • Page 126: Operating Media

    11 Operating media Fuel Fuel Quality Grade Winter-grade fuel Use only diesel fuel or diesel blends with up to 7% FAME (B7), with less Waxing may occur at low temperatures, clogging the fuel system and than 0.5% sulphur content of which the quality is fully controlled and reducing engine efficiency.
  • Page 127 11 Operating media Fuel Biodiesel aution Use only the prescribed diesel fuel or diesel blends. Do not use 100% biodiesel (B100)! Although the use of biodiesel is allowed in diesel blends with up to 7% FAME (Fatty Acid Methyl Esters) (B7) fast degradation of the biodiesel should be taken in account.

  • Page 128: Lubricating Oil

    For example: dependable start, and this results in a reduced lifespan. Vetus Marine Diesel Engine Oil 15 W40 Shell Rimula R4 15W40 For oil capacity see p. 118.
  • Page 129 11 Operating media Lubricating oil Limits concerning motor oil aution If an analysis of the used lubricating oil is con- Do not mix oil of different brands together. - How often the oil has to be changed de- ducted to determine its condition, consult the Oils of different brands are mostly not com- pends on the characteristics of the fuel.
  • Page 130 ZF15MIV : 1,0 litres (1.76 Imp. pt, 2.11 US pt), ATF : AutomaticTransmission Fluid; Transmission oil type A, Suffix A. For example: Vetus Transmission Oil Shell Donax T6 Gulf Synth Other brands of gearboxes: See supplied owners manual for oil type and quantities.

  • Page 131: Coolant

    Or use a, ethylene glycol based premix coolant i.e., ‘ready-to-use’ cool- Water quality min. max. ant. For example Vetus VOC Organic coolant. pH-value at 20°C (68°F) Chloride ion content [mg/dm – In tropical climates, where anti-freeze availability may be limited, use a corrosion inhibitor to protect the engine cooling system.

  • Page 132: Wiring Diagrams

    12 Wiring diagrams Engine with panel model ‘21’ , ‘22’ M2 and M3, intercooled version Tachometer/ Key switch Engine panel model Voltmeter hour counter '21' '22' Model 21 22 L2 L1 Voltmeter Tachometer 17/19 Warning lights Gearbox oil press. Pre- heating 19/94 (31)
  • Page 133 12 Wiring diagrams Engine with panel model ‘21’ , ‘22’ M4, intercooled version Tachometer/ Key switch Engine panel model Voltmeter hour counter '21' '22' Model 21 22 L2 L1 Voltmeter Tachometer 17/19 Warning lights Gearbox oil press. Pre- heating 19/94 (31) (15) Printed...
  • Page 134 12 Wiring diagrams Engine with panel model ‘21’ , ‘22’ M4, keelcooled version Tachometer/ Key switch Engine panel model Voltmeter hour counter '21' '22' Model 21 22 L2 L1 Voltmeter Tachometer 17/19 Warning lights Gearbox oil press. Pre- heating 19/94 (31) (15) Printed...
  • Page 135 12 Wiring diagrams Option, 2nd alternator M4 Option, Tilt switch SOLAS engines 2 nd Alternator Fuse 5A Consumers Battery White main switch Yellow/ Green Violet White Battery charging 2 nd alternator 1N4002 Violet Battery Yellow 2 nd Alternator Black Fuel lift Tilt Switch Stop pump (ETR)
  • Page 136 12 Wiring diagrams Option, panel model ‘10’ Key switch Engine panel model '10' L4 & L6 17/19 Warning lights Pre- heating Yellow Orange Violet White Black Printed 19/94 circuit board Plug 'A' Plug 'B' PANEL Socket 'A' ENGINE Socket 'B' Fuse Yellow/ Transparent...
  • Page 137 12 Wiring diagrams Option, panel model ‘34’ Key switch Tachometer/ Oil pressure Temperature Engine panel model Voltmeter hour counter gauge gauge '34' ϑ L2 L1 17/19 Gearbox oil press. Warning lights Pre- heating 19/94 (31) (15) Printed Yellow Orange Violet White Black circuit board...

  • Page 138: Overall Dimensions

    13 Overall dimensions 360 (14 ”) 109 (4 ”) 430 (16 ”) 490 (19 ”) 631 (24 ”) 1 Exhaust ø 40 mm 2 Fuel supply ø 8 mm 3 Fuel return ø 8 mm M2.13 / M2.18 4 Sea water intake ø 20 mm 1 : 10...
  • Page 139 13 Overall dimensions 443 (17 ”) 109 (4 ”) 430 (16 ”) 516 (20 ”) 771 (30 ”) 1 Exhaust ø 40 mm 2 Fuel supply ø 8 mm 3 Fuel return ø 8 mm M3.29 4 Sea water intake ø 20 mm 1 : 10 M3.28 SOLAS...
  • Page 140 13 Overall dimensions 204 (8 ”) 585 (23 ”) 73 (2 ”) 430 (16 ”) 899 (35 ”) 490 (19 ”) 1 Exhaust ø 50 mm 2 Fuel supply ø 8 mm 3 Fuel return ø 8 mm M4.35 / M4.45 4 Sea water intake ø...
  • Page 141 13 Overall dimensions 430 (16 ”) 585 (23 ”) 74 (2 ”) 490 (19 ”) 896 (35 ”) 1 Exhaust ø 60 mm 2 Fuel return ø 8 mm 3 Fuel supply ø 8 mm M4.56 4 Sea water intake ø 20 mm 1 : 10 M4.55 SOLAS...

  • Page 142: Parts For Maintenance

    14 Parts for maintenance Raw water pump O-ring heat Filter fuel Engine model Oil filter Fuel filter V-Belt Air filter exchanger Impeller + lift pump Impeller O-ring cover O-ring M2.13 STM0051 STM3690 STM4050 STM7439 STM8076 STM6161 STM7696 08-01308 2 x STM6113 M2.18 STM0051 STM3690...

  • Page 143: Index

    15 Index Coolant Expansion tank, Connection for extra 12, 14 Quantity Air filter 13, 15 Coolant level Airvent connection 13, 14 Coolant replacement Fasteners Alarm buzzer Coolant temperature, Warning light 16–18 Fault finding table 107–115 Alternator 12, 14 Cooling system air bleed nipple 12, 14 Filler cap for cooling system Cooling system drain plug...
  • Page 144 15 Index Warning light gearbox 16–18 Electrical system Gearbox Lubricating Oil Fresh water cooling system Oil, Amount of Gearbox oil dipstick Fuel system Oil dipstick 13, 15 Gearbox oil level check Instruments and remote controls Oil filler cap 12, 14 gearbox push-pull cable Lubrication system Oil filter...
  • Page 145 15 Index Topping up coolant Winter-grade fuel Topping up oil Winter storage procedure 92–99 Torque wrench settings 122, 123 Changing the gearbox oil Troubleshooting 106–115 Corrosion protection Electrical system Fresh water cooling system Fuel system 32–41 Lubrication system Protective fuel mixture Raw water cooling system Valve clearance, Checking / adjusting Wiring diagram...
  • Page 147 Manuals Art. code Description 345101.01 Bedieningshandleiding M-LINE M2, M3, M4 (Nederlands) 345102.01 Operation manual M-LINE M2, M3, M4 (English) 345103.01 Bedienungsanleitung M-LINE M2, M3, M4 (Deutsch) 345104.01 Manuel d’utilisation M-LINE M2, M3, M4 (Français) 345105.01 Manual de operacion M-LINE M2, M3, M4 (Español) 345106.01 Istruzioni per l’uso M-LINE M2, M3, M4...
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