Westerbeke 10.0 EGTD Operator's Manual page 10

INTRODUCTION
SERIAL NUMBER LOCATION
The engine's model and serial number are Iqcated on
a nameplate mounted on the side of the water jacketed
exhaust manifold.
The engine's serial number is also found stamped in
the engine block on a flat surface just above the
the side oil fill opening. Take time to enter this inform-
~tion
below on the illustrated nameplate.
An identification plate on the top of the engine
air intake also
displays the engine model and serial number.
CARBON MONOXIDE DETECTOR
WESTERBEKE recommends mounting a carbon monoxide
detector in the vessels living quarters. Carbon monoxide,
even in
small
amounts,
is deacny.
The presence of carbon monoxide indicates 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!
NOTE:
A carbon monoxide warning decal has been provided
by
WESTERBEKE. Affix this decal in a visible position
in
the
engine room.
UNDERSTANDING THE DIESEL ENGINE
The diesel engine closely resembles the gasoline engine, .
since the mechanism is essentially the same. The cylinders
are
arranged above a closed crankcase; the crankshaft is of
the same general
type
as
that
of a gasoline engine;
and
the
diesel engine bas the same
types
of valves, camshaft, pistons,
cbnnecting rods and lubricating system.
therefore, to
a
great extent, a diesel engine requires the
same preventive maintenance as a gasoline engine. The
most important factors are proper ventilation
and
proper
maintenance of the fuel, lubricating and cooling systems.
Replacement of fuel and lubricating filter elements at the
time periods
specifi~
is a must, and frequent checking for
contanlination (that is, water, sediment, etc.) in the fuel
system is also essential. Another important factor is
the
use
of the same brand of high detergent diesel lubrication oil
designed specifically for diesel engines.
The diesel engine does differ from the gasoline engine,
however, in its method of handling and firing of fueL The
carburetor and ignition systems are done away with and in
their place is a single component- the fuel injection pump
which performs the function of both.
ORDERING PARTS
Whenever replacement/service
parts
are needed, always
provide the generator model number, engine serial number,
and generator serial number as they appear
on
the silver and
·black name plate located on
the
generator end. You must
provide us with this information
so
we may properly identify
your generator set. In addition, include a complete part
description and part number for each part needed (see the
separately furnished Parts Ust). Also insist upon
WESTERBEKE packaged parts becavse
will fit
or generic
parts are frequently not made to the same specifications as
original equipment.
·SPARES AND ACCESSORIES
Certain
spares will
be
needed to support and maintain your
WESTERBEKE generator. Your local WES'IERBEKE
· dealer will assist you in preparing an inventory
of
spare parts.
See the SPARE PARTS page in this manual. For Engine and
Generator Accessories, see the ACCESSORIES brochure.
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INSTALLATION MANUAL
The Westerbeke Installation Manual publication #043268 is
supplied with this unit.
GENERATOR
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