Introduction; Running-In; Fuel And Oil Types - Volvo TAMD74C Operator's Manual

Introduction

The Operator's Manual has been produced to give you the greatest benefit of your Volvo Penta marine engine. It
contains the information necessary to handle and maintain your engine in a safe and correct manner. We would
like you to read this Operator's Manual thoroughly and learn how to handle the engine, controls and other equip-
ment in a safe manner before casting off for your maiden voyage.
Keep the Operator's Manual handy at all times. Keep it safe and do not forget to hand it over to the new owner if
you ever sell your boat.
Care of the environment
We would all like to live in a clean and healthy envi-
ronment. 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 with-
out being worried about our health. Unfortunately, this
cannot be taken for granted nowadays but is some-
thing we must work together to achieve.
As a manufacturer of marine engines, Volvo Penta
has a special responsibility, why care of the environ-
ment is a core value in our product development. To-
day, Volvo Penta has a broad range of engines where
progress has been made in reducing exhaust emis-
sions, fuel consumption, engine noise, etc.
We hope you will take care in preserving these quali-
ties. Always follow any advice given in the Operator's
Manual concerning fuel grades, operation and main-
tenance and you will avoid causing unnecessary in-
terference to the environment. Get in touch with your
Volvo Penta dealer if you notice any changes such as
increased fuel consumption exhaust smoke.
Adapt speed and distance to avoid wash and noise
disturbing 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
destruction plant.
Our joint efforts will make a valuable contribution to
our environment.
Running in
The engine must be "run in" during the first 10 hours
of operation as follows:
Run the engine under normal operation. Do not run it
at full power except for short periods. Never run the
engine for long periods at constant rpm during this
time.
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Higher oil consumption is normal during the running in
period. Therefore, check the oil level more often than
recommended.
The prescribed warranty inspection "First Service In-
spection" must be carried out during this first period of
operation. For more information: See Warranty and
Service Book.
Fuel and oil
Use only fuel and oil grades as recommended in the
Operator's Manual. Other grades can cause opera-
tional problems, increase fuel consumption and have
long-range effects on engine service life.
Always change oil, oil filter and fuel filter according to
prescribed intervals.
Service and spare parts
Volvo Penta marine engines are designed for high
operational reliability and long service life. They are
constructed 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 worldwide Volvo Penta network of authorized
dealers is at your service. They are specialists in Vol-
vo Penta products and stock accessories, original
spare parts, test equipment and the special tools re-
quired to perform high-quality service and repairs.
Always follow the maintenance intervals specified in
the Operator's Manual and remember to specify the
engine/transmission number when ordering service
and spare parts.