Introduction; Care Of The Environment; Running-In; Fuel And Oils - Volvo Penta D3-130A Operator's Manual

Introduction

This operator's manual has been compiled to help you get the most from your Volvo Penta engine. It contains all
the information you need in order to operate and maintain your engine safely and correctly. Please read the opera-
tor's manual carefully and learn how to operate the engine, controls and other equipment safely.
Always have the operator's manual available. Keep it in a safe place and do not forget to give it to the new owner
if you sell your boat.

Care of the environment

We would all like to live in a clean and healthy environ-
ment. Somewhere where we can breathe clean air, see
healthy trees, have clean water in our lakes and
oceans, and are able to enjoy the sunshine without
being worried about our health. Unfortunately, this can-
not be taken for granted nowadays but is something we
must work together to achieve.
As a manufacturer of marine engines, Volvo Penta has
a special responsibility, why care of the environment is
a core value in our product development. Today, Volvo
Penta has a broad range of engines where progress
has been made in reducing exhaust emissions, fuel
consumption, engine noise, etc.
We hope you will take care in preserving these quali-
ties. Always follow any advice given in the instruction
manual concerning fuel grades, operation and mainte-
nance and you will avoid causing unnecessary interfer-
ence to the environment. Get in touch with your Volvo
Penta dealer if you notice any changes such as in-
creased fuel consumption exhaust smoke.
Adapt speed and distance to avoid wash and noise dis-
turbing or injuring animal life, moored boats, jetties,
etc. Leave islands and harbors in the same condition
as you want to find them. Remember to always leave
hazardous waste such as waste oil, coolant, paint and
wash residue, flat batteries, etc., for disposal at a de-
struction plant.
Our joint efforts will make a valuable contribution
to our environment.

Running-in

The engine must be run in for its first 10 operating
hours as follows: Operate the engine normally. Do not
operate it at full load except for short periods. Never
run the engine at a constant engine speed for long peri-
ods during the running-in period.
The engine can be expected to use more engine oil
during the running-in period than would otherwise be
normal. Check the oil level more often than is normally
recommended.
A First Service Inspection must be carried out after
20–50 running hours. For further information: See the
Warranty and Service Book.
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Fuel and oils

Only use the fuel and oils recommended in the chap-
ter Technical Data. Other grades of fuel and oil can
cause operating problems, increased fuel consumption
and, in the long-term, a shorter engine service life.
Always change oil, oil filters and fuel filters at the rec-
ommended intervals.

Service and replacement parts

Volvo Penta marine engines are designed for high op-
erational reliability and long service life. They are con-
structed to withstand the marine environment while
also affecting it as little as possible. Through regular
service and the use of Volvo Penta original spare
parts, these qualities will be retained.
The Volvo Penta worldwide network of authorized
dealers are at your service. They are specialists in
Volvo Penta products and have accessories and the
original replacement parts, test equipment and special
tools necessary for high quality service and repair
work.
Always follow the maintenance intervals contained in
the operator's manual. Remember to state the engine/
transmission identification number when ordering ser-
vice and replacement parts.