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Volvo Penta AQ205 Operator's Manual

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OPERATOR'S MANUAL
AQ205, AQ211, AQ231, AQ271, AQ311
BB231, BB261

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  • Page 1 OPERATOR’S MANUAL AQ205, AQ211, AQ231, AQ271, AQ311 BB231, BB261...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Instrument panel CONTENTS Tachometer – graduated 0–6000 rev/min. General information ..........2 Temperature gauge for cooling water. Green field – normal cooling water temperature Running Instructions ..........4 Oil pressure gauge Starting the engine ........... 4 Voltmeter Running instructions ..........5 Key-switch (Starting) Running in shallow waters ........

  • Page 4: General Information

    INTRODUCTION VOLVO PENTA SERVICE This instruction book contains valuable information to Volvo Penta has built up a comprehensive service or- assist you in the correct handling and maintenance of ganization to provide your drive system with the service your Volvo Penta engine and its equipment.
  • Page 5 A first inspection should be carried out by an authorized the first 20 hours of use. You should therefore avoid run- Volvo Penta dealer within 20 and 50 hours or 120 days ning the engine at maximum load during this period. A after delivery.

  • Page 6: Running Instructions

    FLASHLIGHT SPEED RANGE, MAXIMUM SPEED EXTRA PROPELLER AND TOOLS FOR RE- When selecting a propeller, it may be difficult to MOVING AND REFITTING. find the right size to provide the recommended maximum speed during all load and weather con- ditions. PREPARATIONS BEFORE STARTING It may be an advantage on some boats to use a Check the following before starting the engine:...

  • Page 7: Running Instructions

    The control level is position. now linked to the gear function (this applies to Volvo Penta controls). The Aquamatic drive can be trimmed within the trim limit range to give the boat the best attitude.

  • Page 8: Running In Shallow Waters

    Running in shallow waters COLD WEATHER PRECAUTIONS If you are uncertain about the depth of water, we Before leaving the boat, check that there are no recommend that you reduce the speed and tilt up water leaks. If there is a risk of freezing, drain the drive.
  • Page 9 OIL LEVEL IN THE MS4A REVERSE ELECTROLYTE LEVEL IN THE GEAR BATTERY Check the oil using the dipstick (1). The oil level The electrolyte level shall be 5–10 mm (0.2–0.4") shall be within the marks on the dipstick. CAU- above the cell plates. Top up with distilled water TION! The dipstick must not be screwed in when as required.

  • Page 10: Service Every 50 Hours Of Operation

    Then tighten the filter adjustment is not necessary. a further half turn – no more. CAUTION! Use only genuine Volvo Penta oil filters or filters with the same capacity, connec- LUBRICATING THE PRIMARY SHAFT tion and size.
  • Page 11 Remove the cover and remove the oil filter plug. mediately after the engine has been run and the Refilling with oil. Refer to Technical Data for quali- belt is warm and flexible. Use Volvo Penta origi- ty and quantity. Refit the plug together with its nal V belts.
  • Page 12 The filter can now be removed for checking. CHECKS AND SERVICE (Wash in solvent.) Be careful of the spring inside CARBURATOR the filter. Refit in the reverse order. The filter’s closed end must face into the carburator. Check Correct carburator adjustment is a “must” if the the seal between the nipple and the filter housing.
  • Page 13 CHECKING AND REPLACING THE switched while the engine is running. IMPELLER IN THE SEA WATER Fit a Volvo Penta charge distributor (acces- PUMP sory) to the alternator if more than one battery The pump can be damaged by a shortage of wa- is fitted.

  • Page 14: Winter Storage And Launching

    Let all work on the starter motor and alternator be 14 days. If the boat is not going to be used for a carried out by an authorized Volvo Penta service period exceeding 1 month, long-term inhibiting workshop. An inspection and checks should be should be carried out.
  • Page 15 This must be drained. Check that the wa- ter runs out since contamination can block the Replace the oil filter. Replenish with Volvo Penta cocks. Then close all cocks. engine oil since this also has corrosion protection properties.
  • Page 16 Put your hand in from behind the cover’s zinc plate and take hold of the retaining pawl (1). Only the oil level need be checked if Volvo Penta Press the retaining pawl down at the same time oil has been used to inhibit the engine.

  • Page 17: Propellers

    (4), spanner jaw width control lever to neutral. 24 mm. (Tightening torque 22 Nm, 16 lb.ft.) Lubri- cate the shaft with grease. Use Volvo Penta 2. Disengage the shift cable swivel (2) and the grease (part number 828250-1).

  • Page 18: Fault Tracing Scheme

    Empty fuel tank, fuel cock closed, blocked fuel filter. Water or contamination in the fuel. Worn or oily spark plug. Burned points (Not AQ205, AQ271, AQ311), mois- ture in the distributor and ignition cables. Idling speed not properly adjusted. Incorrect rev counter.

  • Page 19: Technical Data

    Overhead valves Hydraulic lifters (non-adjustable) Cooling system Thermostat, limit values °C (°F) ........ 62–72 (153–160) Fuel System AQ205, AQ211, AQ231, BB231, BB261 – Carburettors model ........... ‘Rochester’ AQ271, AQ231 – Carburettors model ...... ‘Holley’ Fuel Quality Gasoline with an octane value of min. 91 (RON) (USA 87 R+M/2).
  • Page 20 Distributor, contact gap mm (in) (AQ211A, AQ231A, BB231A, BB261A) ....0.36–0.48 (.014–.019")* Dwell angle – AQ211A, AQ231A, BB231A, BB261A 28°–34° Spark Plugs – Volvo Penta p/n 875816-1 gap mm (in) 0.9 (.035") Electrical system Voltage ..............12 V (negative ground) Battery capacity ............

  • Page 21: Wiring Diagrams

    WIRING DIAGRAM (AQ205A) 1. Oil pressure gauge 12. Automatic choke 2. Temp gauge 13. Automatic fuse 40 Amp 3. Voltmeter 14. Main switch (optional) 4. Tachometer 15. Battery (optional) 5. Instrument lights 16. Temp sender 6. Key switch 17. Oil pressure sender 7.
  • Page 22 WIRING DIAGRAM (AQ211A, AQ231A, BB231A, BB261A) 1. Oil pressure gauge 12. Automatic choke 2. Temp gauge 13. Automatic fuse 40 Amp 3. Voltmeter 14. Main switch (optional) 4. Tachometer 15. Battery (optional) 5. Instrument lights 16. Temp sender 6. Key switch 17.
  • Page 23 WIRING DIAGRAM (AQ271C, AQ311B) 1. Oil pressure gauge 12. Automatic choke 2. Temp gauge 13. Automatic fuse 40 Amp 3. Voltmeter 14. Main switch (optional) 4. Tachometer 15. Battery (optional) 5. Instrument lights 16. Temp sender 6. Key switch 17. Oil pressure sender 7.
  • Page 24 WIRING DIAGRAM, POWER TRIM Optional throttle hook-up Cable colour code = red = black = green = blue = white = red/white GN/W = green/white SB/W = black/white BL/R = blue/red = purple Cable area 1,5 mm 1 = UP 2 = Positive (+) 3 = Down Instrument...

  • Page 25: Engine Component Guide

    ENGINE COMPONENT GUIDE 1. Serial number, drive 2. Hydraulic pump, Power Trim 3. Carburettor, with flame arrestor 4. Thermostat and water distribution housing 5. Seawater pump 6. Fuel pump 7. Fuel filter 8. Serial number, engine 9. Zinc anode 10. Circulation pump 11.
  • Page 26 ENGINE COMPONENT GUIDE 1. Serial number, drive 2. Hydraulic pump, Power Trim 3. Carburettor, with flame arrestor 4. Thermostat and water distribution housing 5. Seawater pump 6. Fuel pump 7. Fuel filter 8. Serial number, engine 9. Zinc anode 10. Circulation pump 11.
  • Page 27 ENGINE COMPONENT GUIDE 1. Serial number, drive 2. Hydraulic pump, Power Trim 3. Carburettor, with flame arrestor 4. Thermostat and water distribution housing 5. Seawater pump 6. Fuel pump 7. Fuel filter 8. Serial number, engine 9. Zinc anode 10. Circulation pump 11.

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Aq211Aq231Aq271Aq311Bb231Bb261

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