After Stopping; General; Anti-Freezing Measures; Breaks In Operation [Not Using The Genset] - Volvo Penta D12-AUX Operator's Manual

After stopping

General

* Check the genset and engine room for leaks.
* Close the fuel cock and seawater cock.
* Read off the hour counter and carry out preventive maintenance according to the maintenance schedule.
* Turn off the main switch if the genset is not to be used for a long period.
IMPORTANT! Never turn the power off using the main switch while the genset is running. This can
damage the alternator.
IMPORTANT! Make sure the generator heater is working properly to avoid condensation in the generator

Anti-freezing measures

If the engine room cannot be protected from frost, the raw water system must be drained (if it contains sea water)
and the coolant in the freshwater system must contain the right mix of anti-freeze and water. Refer to chapter
Maintenance "Raw water system" and "Freshwater system" respectively.
WARNING! If the raw water system bursts due to freezing, the vessel could sink.
IMPORTANT! If the coolant does not give sufficient anti-freeze protection, it may cause costly damage to
the engine. Check the charge of the battery. A poorly charged battery can freeze and break.

Breaks in operation [not using the genset]

During periods out of service, the engine must be run warm once a fortnight. This will prevent it from corroding.
IMPORTANT! The genset must be conserved if it is not to be used for longer than two months. Refer to
chapter Inhibiting.
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