Westerbeke 29.0 EGED 60Hz Operator's Manual page 10

Marine diesel generator
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INTRODUCTION
SERIAL NUMBER LOCATION
The engine's model and serial number are lo,cate<i 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-
ation below on the illustrated nameplate.
50 HZ.
60HZ.
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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 deadly.
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 has the same types of valves, camshaft, pistons,
connecting 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 specified is a must, and frequent checking for
contaillination (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 List). Also insist upon
WESTERBEKE packaged parts because 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 WESTERBEKE
dealer will assist you in preparing an inventory of spare parts.
See the SPARE PARTS page in this manual. For Engine and
Generator Acces8ories, see
the
ACCESSORIES brochure.
INSTALLATION MANUAL
The Westerbeke Installation Manual publication #043268 is
supplied with this unit.
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&
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