Pay careful attention to the safety instructions included in the manual. As the owner of a Volvo Penta marine engine, you become part of a worldwide network of dealers and service workshops that assist you with technical advice, service requirements and replacement parts.
This chapter describes how safety precautions are If anything remains unclear or if you are unsure of presented in the manual and on the product. Read the something, contact your Volvo Penta dealer for chapter through very carefully before you start the assistance.
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Spare parts — safety WARNING! Always use spare parts with the same quality as genuine Volvo Penta parts to minimize the risk of an explosion or fire. Components in fuel systems and electrical systems on Volvo Penta engines are designed and manufactured to minimize the risk of explosions and fire, in accordance with applicable legal requirements.
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Smoking is forbidden and the engine must be stopped. Proper fuel quality IMPORTANT: Always use the fuel recommended by Volvo Penta. See Technical Data in Operator’s Manual. Other fuel can damage the engine. Wrong fuel quality can also lead to higher service costs.
Introduction Check that you heave received the correct operator’s manual before continuing reading. If not, please contact your Volvo Penta dealer. Read the Operator’s Manual carefully and learn to handle the engine, controls and other equipment in a safe manner before you start the engine.
Introduction Warranty Your new Volvo Penta marine engine is covered by a limited warranty, subject to the conditions compiled in the Warranty Information. Note that AB Volvo Penta’s liability is limited to the specification in the Warranty Information (included CD) and Emission Control System Warranty Statement.
These qualities will be maintained through regular servicing and the use of spare parts with the same quality as genuine Volvo Penta parts. If reliable and purpose-built parts are not used, your safety, health, and the machine’s function may be compromised.
Introduction Excessive strain on a product and components Volvo Penta products and components are not dimensioned for external loads. Never stand or step onto an engine, transmission or its components. Loads can bring about damage and the malfunction of a product or property.
Introduction Environmental care Environmental care is a core value at Volvo Penta. Energy efficiency and low emissions are among the most important product related aspects and priority focus areas for Volvo Penta business. Several of the global challenges the world faces are directly or indirectly related to power industries and transports.
NOTICE! Neglects or failure to follow the points listed here may invalidate the engine emission certificate. This means AB Volvo Penta can no longer guarantee engine conformity with the certified model. Volvo Penta is not responsible for damages or costs arising as a result of this.
The Volvo Penta global network of authorized dealers is at your service. We strongly recommend that you take your product to an authorized Volvo Penta dealer for service and repair. They are specialists in Volvo Penta products and have the accessories, genuine...
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4 Number of unsuccessful starts 5 Momentary average fuel consumption 6 Service time (hours until next service) Statistical values can be adjusted with PC software (password protected); contact your Volvo Penta dealer. 1. Not standard; Comap InternetBridge hardware and adaptation of software required.
Therefore, if the shutdown override mode is active, Volvo Penta’s product liability may cease. In shutdown override mode the engine will not shut down for any reason other than overspeed. The shutdown override mode is active for as long as the switch remains in override mode.
This chapter describes some possible alarms and fault handling. Note that the content of this chapter does not provide full coverage of the possible fault messages and alarms. Contact a Volvo Penta workshop for assistance with diagnostic readouts and unresolved faults. Message from engine and MCC system...
A number of symptoms and possible causes of engine malfunctions are described in the table below. Always contact your Volvo Penta dealer if any problems occur that you cannot solve by yourself. NOTICE! Read the safety regulations for care and maintenance in the Safety precautions for maintenance and service operations chapter before work you start work.
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Check that no leakage occurs. • If engine is shut down, check SDM and make a reset. EngOverspeed Critical system fault Engine shuts down automatically. Contact a Volvo Penta workshop if the fault remains. EATS Failure Malfunction detected in the SCR/EATS system. ECUMainRelay Smart Relay Module (SRM).
Maintenance Schedule Your Volvo Penta engine and its equipment are designed for high reliability and long life. The engines are built to have the smallest possible environmental impact. If given preventive maintenance, according to the maintenance schedule, these qualities will be retained and unnecessary malfunctions will be avoided. In order for the warranty to be valid, the owner must make sure that the services in the service intervals are performed.
Read through the safety precautions for maintenance and service in the Safety precautions for maintenance and service operations chapter before work on the engine is begun. Volvo Penta recommend that all servicing with the engine running should be undertaken by an authorized Volvo Penta workshop.
Always observe the greatest cleanliness during refueling and work on the fuel system. All work on the unit injectors of the engine must be carried out by an authorized Volvo Penta workshop. WARNING! Fire hazard. When carrying out work on the fuel system make sure the engine is cold.
Maintenance Fuel pre-filter Volvo Penta fuel pre-filters are supplied in single and double models. Checks The double filter is fitted with a pressure gauge 1 that indicates when it is time to replace the filter cartridges. The filter cartridges must be replaced according to maintenance schedule recommendations, or earlier if the pressure gauge shows a pressure drop of 6–10 in.
- in the worst case - can cause engine breakdown. Volvo Penta strongly recommend the use of our own coolants, ”Volvo Penta Coolant VCS Ready Mixed” or the concentrate ”Volvo Penta Coolant VCS”, which...
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IMPORTANT: Only use coolant recommended by Volvo Penta. Top up with the same type of coolant as already used in the system. Different types of coolant must not be mixed.
Maintenance Seawater Filter, Check and Cleaning The seawater filter is optional equipment. Volvo Penta offers two different seawater filters. If the water where the boat is operated contains a lot of contamination, weed etc., check the filter more frequently than specified in the maintenance schedule.
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Damage and costs arising from a failure to meet these requirements are not covered by Volvo Penta warranty obligations. If AUS/DEF is filled from a can or pump that lacks a stop function, it is important to make sure the tank is not overfilled as the solution may leak out of the breather tube.
Before the boat is taken out of service for a long period of time, an authorised Volvo Penta workshop should look over the engine and other equipment. Have any faults and deficiencies attended to, so that the equipment is in order, ready for the next start.
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Sufficient fuel lubricity is essential to protect the fuel injection system against excessive wear. Restrictions for other diesel fuels Volvo Penta also approves the use of other diesel fuels as long as the here specified restrictions are followed. However Volvo Penta does not guarantee compliance with emission legislation or fulfillment of expected lifetime with these other diesel fuels.
Follow the mixing recommendation on the product. The coolant should be mixed with distilled, deionized water. For Volvo Penta specified water requirements; refer to Water Quality. NOTICE! Always use “Ready Mixed” coolant if water quality cannot be determined or if it does not fulfill ASTM D4985.
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