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MARINE DIESEL ENGINE MODEL : 1GM10(C) EPA Certified Engine It meets the low emission standards set by the EPA OPERATION MANUAL California Proposition 65 Warning Diesel engine exhaust and some of its constituents are recognized by the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects, and other reproductive harm.
Make sure this manual is transfered to subsequent owners. It should be considered as a permanent part of the engine and remain so. Constant efforts are made to improve the quality and performance of Yanmar products, so some details included in this Operation Manual may differ slightly from your engine. If you have any questions about this, please contact your Yanmar dealer or distributor.
1. For your safety 1. FOR YOUR SAFETY 1.1 WARNING SYMBOLS Most operation, maintenance and inspection problems arise due to users' failure to comply with the rules and precautions for safe operation described in this operation manual. Often, users do not understand or recognize the signs of approaching problems.
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1. For your safety Battery Never smoke or permit sparks near the battery, because it may emit explosive hydrogen gas. Place the battery in a well-ventilated place. 002528-00E Fuel Use only diesel oil. Never use other fuels, including gasoline, kerosene, etc., because they could cause a fire. The wrong fuel could also cause the fuel injection pump and injector to fail due to lack of proper lubrication.
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1. For your safety Alcohol Never operate the engine while you are under the influence of alcohol. Never operate the engine when you are ill or feeling unwell. SAFETY PRECAUTIONS FOR INSPECTION 002534-00E Battery Fluid Battery fluid is dilute sulfuric acid. It can blind you if it gets in your eyes, or burn your skin.
1.3 WARNING LABELS To insure safe operation, warning device labels have been attached. Their location is shown below and they should always be visible. Please replace if damaged or lost. Warning Label WARNING 128296-07350 Part Code No. 128296-07350 1GM10 002539-00E...
The laws of some countries may require hull and engine inspections, depending on the use, size and cruising area of the boat. The installation, fitting and surveying of this engine all require specialized knowledge and engineering skills. Consult Yanmar's local subsidiary in your region or your distributor or dealer. 002540-00E Never modify this product or release the limit devices (which limit engine speed, fuel injection quantity, etc.).
2. Product explanation 2.2 Engine Specifications 2.2.1 Direct Seawater Cooling Type, GM series Engine Model 1GM10 Type Vertical 4-cycle water cooled diesel engine Combustion system Swirl pre-combustion chamber Number of cylinders Bore × stroke mm (in.) 75 × 72 (2.95 × 2.83) Displacement l (cu.in.)
2. Product explanation 2.2.2 Direct Seawater Cooling Type, GMC series Engine Model 1GM10C Type Vertical 4-cycle water cooled diesel engine Combustion system Swirl pre-combustion chamber Number of cylinders Bore × stroke mm (in.) 75 × 72 (2.95 × 2.83) Displacement l (cu.in.) 0.318 (19.40) Output/crankshaft...
2. Product explanation 2.2.3 Direct Seawater Cooling Type, GMV series Engine Model 1GM10V Type Vertical 4-cycle water cooled diesel engine Combustion system Swirl pre-combustion chamber Number of cylinders Bore × stroke mm (in.) 75 × 72 (2.95 × 2.83) Displacement l (cu.in.) 0.318 (19.40) Output/crankshaft...
2. Product explanation 2.4 Major Servicing Parts Name of part Function Decompression lever Opens the exhaust valve and releases the pressure for manual starting. Fuel filter Removes dust and water from fuel. Drain the filter periodically. The internal element (filter) should be changed periodically. Fuel feed pump, Feed fuel to the fuel injection pump.
2. Product explanation 2.5 Control Equipment The equipment in the control room, making remote control possible, consists of: the instrument panel, which is connected by wire harness; the remote control handle, which is hooked up by remote control cable to each of the engine control levers, and the stopping equipment.
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2. Product explanation (1) Controls and Equipment Note: The mark indicates equipment for type B control panel only. Controls and Equipment Mechanism Key Switch Rotary switch with 2 positions. In the OFF position, the switch key can be inserted or removed. OFF ON In OFF, all electric current is cut off.
2. Product explanation 2.5.2 Single Lever Remote Control injection pump stop lever thus cutting off Handle (Morse Type) - Optional. fuel injection. This remote control system uses a single handle to operate marinegear-clutch- Engine stopping by engine stop cable (neutral, forward, reverse) and to control the engine speed.
3. Operation 3. OPERATION 3.1 Fuel Oil, and Lube Oil (3) Fuel Tank (optional) Be sure to attach a drain cock to the fuel 3.1.1 Fuel Oil tank to enable dirt and water to settle at the bottom of the tank to be drained off. The fuel outlet should be positioned 20- 002550-00E When other than the specified...
3. Operation 3.1.2 Lube Oil Air temperature Single grade Multi grade 002550-00E Using other than the specified lube oil will lead to seizure of parts, abnormal wear, andshorten engine life. (1) Selection of Engine Lube Oil Use the following lube oil: •...
Marine gear oil capacity 3. Tighten the filler port cap securely by hand. KM2P 0.3l Engine Oil Capacity (Oil Pan) 1GM10(V)(C) Full:1.5l/Effective:0.8l 002550-00E Overfilling will cause oil to be sprayed out from breather and lead to engine problems. Oil filler port cap...
3. Operation 3.2.4 Cranking When the engine has not been used for a long period of time, lube oil will not be distributed to all of the operating parts. Using the engine in this condition will lead to seizure. After a long period of disuse, distribute lube oil to each part by cranking.
3. Operation 3.3 Operating your engine (3) Checking and Resupplying Engine Lube Oil 1. Check the engine oil level with the oil dipstick. 002540-00E 2. If the oil level is low, supply with the To prevent exhaust gas poisoning, ensure recommended lube oil using the filler good ventilation during operation.
3. Operation 3.3.2 How to Start the Engine Manual Operation 1. Open the Kingston cock. 2. Open the fuel tank cock. (1) Start the engine according to the 3. Set the remote control lever in NEU- following procedures: TRAL. Electric Operation 4.
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3. Operation (2) Restarting After Starting Failure Fuel System Air Venting Procedures Before pushing the start button again, be stopped completely. If the engine is 1. Check the fuel level in the fuel tank. Replenish if insufficient. restarted while the engine still has not 2.
3. Operation 5. Check that sufficient cooling water is discharged from the seawater outlet 002550-00E pipe. Operation with too small seawa- Shifting the clutch while operating at high ter discharge will burn the impeller of speed or not pushing the handle fully into the seawater pump.
3. Operation (3) Are there abnormal vibrations or noise? 002550-00E Do not operate at speeds which produce Electric Operation violent vibrations. Depending on the hull Never turn off the battery switch or structure, engine and hull resonance may spark battery cable during operation.
3. Operation 3.4 Long Term Storage 4. Continue to pull out the engine stop knob (stop lever) until the engine is completely stopped. If you release the In cold temperatures or before long term knob before the engine has completely storage, be sure to drain the water from stopped, it may restart.
Safety. assist you with periodic inspections and The functions of engine components will maintenance. Consult your YANMAR degenerate and engine performance will dealer or distributor in accordance with drop according to the use of the engine. If the service agreement.
Consult your Yanmar dealer or distributor. should be treated as a general standard only. Section 4.3 gives a detailed explanation of which parts must be inspected and the procedure for doing so...
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4. Maintenance & Inspection : Check :Consult local dealer 0:Replace After50 Every Before Every Every System Item hrs or one 600 hrs starting 150 hrs 300hrs month (1 year) Check the fuel level, and refill Drain the fuel tank (first) Drain the fuel filter Fuel system* Replace the fuel filter...
Beware of oil splashes if extracting the lube oil while it is hot. intake/exhaust valve and rocker arm clearance, and adjustment is necessary. This adjustment requires specialized knowledge and techniques. Consult your Yanmar dealer or distributor.
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In such cases, consult your Yanmar dealer distributor. (4) Electric Operation 002540-00E Before inspecting electrical system, be sure either to turn off the battery switch or to disconnect the (-) terminal of the earth cable.
4. Maintenance & Inspection 4.3.3 Inspection Every 150 hours. (3) Inspecting and Replacing Anticorrosion Zinc The timing for replacing anticorrosion zinc Replace the engine oil and the clutch lube varies depending on the characteristics of oil. the seawater and operational conditions. After the second oil change, the engine oil Inspect the zinc periodically and remove should be replaced after every 150 hours.
4. If no damage is found when inspecting the inside of the pump, reassemble the knowledge and techniques. Consult your side cover. Yanmar dealer or distributor. If a large amount of water leaks continuously from the water drain pipe (3) Inspecting and Adjusting the Fuel beneath the seawater pump during Injection Spray Condition.
Fuel injection timing must be adjusted to ensure optimal engine performance. This maintenance requires specialized knowledge. Consult your Yanmar dealer or distributor. 4.4 EPA Requirements 4.4.1 EPA and ARB Certification Plate 1GM10 series This engine has the following EPA & ARB Certification Plate attached: •...
4. Maintenance & Inspection 4.4.2 Conditions to Insure Compliance • Do not remove the seals limiting the with Emission Standards amount of fuel injected and the speed. This product is an EPA & ARB approved • Be sure to carry out inspections. engine.
4.4.4 Emission System Warranty Statement EPA/USA EMISSIONS CONTROL WARRANTY STATEMENT Yanmar Diesel Engine Co., Ltd. (Hereinafter referred to as Yanmar) warrants initial owner and each subsequent owner that the engine is designed, built and equipped so as to conform with applicable regulations for its warranty period.
5. Trouble and Troubleshooting 5. TROUBLE AND TROUBLESHOOTING Trouble Probable Cause Measure Reference Alarm Buzzer and Alarm Lamps On During 002550-00E Operation Shift to low speed operation immediately, and check which lamp has come on. Stop the engine for inspection. If no abnormality is identified and there is no problem with operation, return to port at your lowest speed and request repairs.
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Lube oil burns; excessive consumption. Ask for repairs. Consulting Your Yanmar Dealer or Distributor Refer difficult problems and repairs to your Yanmar dealer or distributor. At the time of trouble, check and report the following: 1. Engine model and number: 2.
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Service Manager, contact the owner of with the dealer. the dealership or the General Manager. • If your problem still has not been resolved to your satisfaction, contact your local Yanmar Subsidiary Com- pany. (See the back of this manual for addresses)
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