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Stopping
Allow the genset to run at no load for a couple of minutes before turning it off. This will keep the engine temperatu-
re in balance and prevent it from boiling.
IMPORTANT! The procedure described above is
especially important if the genset has been run
at heavy loads.
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: Rawwater system" and "Maintenance: 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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IMPORTANT! If the genset stops abnormally, try
to locate the problem and make the repairs
needed before starting again. After starting the
genset, make sure it runs properly.
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