In Case Of Emergency - Volvo Penta D4 Series Operator's Manual

In Case of Emergency

Despite regular service in accordance with the planned maintenance schedule and perfect operating conditions,
faults may occur that must be remedied before the boat can continue its trip. This chapter provides advice on how
to remedy a number of conceivable faults.
When certain faults occur safety functions engage to protect the engine. The following may occur:
• Engine cannot be started.
• The gear is in neutral and engine rpm is limited.
• The engine stops.
If a fault occurs, confirm any fault alarm and take the necessary measures. Refer to this chapter, and the "Fault
catalogue" chapter.
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Running Aground
The automatic kick-up function releases the drive in the
event of running aground or colliding with an object in
the water. If the function has been triggered and the
drive has kicked up, it must be trimmed back to its
original position using the control buttons.
The kick-up function only protects the drive when trav-
elling forwards. There is no protection for the drive
when travelling backwards.
After running aground, check that the drive and pro-
peller are not damaged and that the drive does not
vibrate. If there is damage/vibration, the boat should
be driven (if possible) slowly to a harbor and lifted out
of the water.
Lift the boat ashore. Check the oil level in the drive. If
the oil is gray-colored, water has entered and the drive
must be inspected by an authorized Volvo Penta work-
shop. The same applies if there is damage to the drive.
Replace the propeller if it is damaged.
To prevent galvanic corrosion, any paintwork damage
on the drive and propeller shall be repaired before
launching the boat again, refer to section Stor-
age page 113.
Checking the tie rod
Check the tie rod that holds the drive together if you
have run aground.
If the tie rod is bent, loose or damaged, it must be
checked immediately by an authorized Volvo Penta
workshop. Steer the boat to a harbor at low speed.
WARNING!
If the parallel strut (tie bar) shows signs of damage, run
at reduced speed to harbor. The parallel strut is a vital
safety component, damage may effect steering char-
acteristics. In the worst case steering could be lost
altogether. Never align or weld a damaged parallel
strut. Please contact your nearest authorized Volvo
Penta workshop for assistance.
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