Introduction; Running In; Fuel And Oils - Volvo Penta D12-615 Operator's Manual

Introduction

This instruction book has been prepared to give you the greatest possible benefit from your Volvo Penta marine
engine. It contains the information you need to be able to operate and maintain the engine safely and correctly.
Please read the instruction book carefully and learn to handle the engine, controls and other equipment in a safe
manner before you cast off on your maiden voyage.
Always have the instruction book available. Store it safely and do not forget to hand it over to the next owner if
you sell your boat.
Environmental care
All of us want to live in a clean, healthy environment.
Where we can breathe clean air, see healthy trees,
have clean water in lakes and seas, and be able to
enjoy the sunlight without fearing for our health. Unfor-
tunately, this is not self-evident these days, it is
something all of us must work hard for.
As a manufacturer of marine engines, Volvo Penta
has particular responsibility and for this reason, envi-
ronmental care is a core value in our product develop-
ment. Volvo Penta has a wide engine programme the-
se days, where considerable progress has been made
in reducing exhaust fumes, fuel consumption, engine
noise etc.
We hope that you will be want to preserve these val-
ues. Always observe the advice in the instruction
book about fuel grades, operation and maintenance, to
avoid unnecessary environmental impact. Please con-
tact your Volvo Penta dealer if you notice any chang-
es such as increased fuel consumption or increased
exhaust smoke.
Moderate your speed and distance so that wake and
noise do not disturb or damage animal life, moored bo-
ats, jetties etc. Leave the archipelago and harbours in
the same state you would like to find them. Remem-
ber to always hand in drained oil, coolant, paint and
wash residue, used batteries etc. for destruction at a
recycling station.
If we all pull together, we can make a valuable contri-
bution to the environment together.

Running in

The engine must be "run in" during its first 10 hours,
as follows:
Use the engine in normal operation. Full load should only
be applied for short periods. Never run the engine for a
long period of time at constant speed during this period.
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Higher oil consumption is normal during the running in
period. For this reason, check the oil level more fre-
quently than normally recommended.
After the first period of operation, the specified warran-
ty inspection "First service inspection" can be done.
For more information: Please refer to the Warranty
and Service book.

Fuel and oils

Only use the fuels and oils recommended in the in-
struction book. Other grades can cause malfunctions,
increased fuel consumption and eventually even
shorten the life of the engine.
Always change the oil, oil filter and fuel filter at the
specified intervals.
Service and spare parts
Volvo Penta marine engines are designed for high reli-
ability and long life. They are built to withstand a ma-
rine environment, but also to have the smallest possi-
ble environmental impact. Through regular service and
use of Volvo Penta original spare parts, these quali-
ties are retained.
Volvo Penta's world-wide network of authorised deal-
ers is at your service. They are Volvo Penta product
specialists, and have the accessories, original spares,
test equipment and special tools needed for high qual-
ity service and repair work.
Always observe the maintenance intervals in the in-
struction book, and remember to note the engine/
transmission identification number when you order
service and spare parts.