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Summarization of Contents
Safety Information
Daily Checks
Perform visual checks of the engine and engine bay before and after operation.
Fuel Filling Safety
Advises on risks of fire/explosion during fueling and proper procedures.
Accidents at Sea
Highlights the link between boat accidents and engine maintenance/safety equipment.
Carbon Monoxide Poisoning
Explains the risk of CO poisoning from exhaust fumes due to boat turbulence.
Introduction
About This Manual
Provides context and guidance on using the operator's manual.
Your New Boat
Advice on familiarizing with the new boat's handling and regulations.
Environmental Care
Emphasizes Bukh's commitment to environmental responsibility and fuel economy.
Instruments and Controls
Ignition Lock and e-Key System
Details on the e-Key panel, its function, and key management.
e-Key Remote
Describes the e-Key remote sender, its buttons, and battery replacement.
Control Panels Overview
Explains the function and variations of Bukh control panels.
Start/Stop and Station Panels
Details on activating helm stations and starting/stopping engines.
Single Lever and Neutral Button
Describes single-lever function and the neutral button's gearshift disconnect.
Cruise Control and Docking Panel
Instructions for using cruise control and the docking station panel.
Display Settings
Covers contrast, backlighting, and fault message acknowledgement.
Power Trim Panel and Assistant
Explains the power trim panel and the automatic trim assistant function.
Gauges
Details on various engine gauges like tachometer, fuel, and oil pressure.
Displays
Information on the Information Display and its settings.
4" Display Features
Describes the optional 4" display, its controls, and view selection.
View Options
Details on My View, Engine View, and other displayable information screens.
Fuel and Vessel Data
Information on Fuel view (trip computer) and Vessel view parameters.
Battery and System Settings
Covers Battery View, general Settings, Key Management, and Fuel Tank.
System Configuration Options
Settings for Beep, Alarms, Units, Language, and EVC Info.
Calibration Features
Details on Warning Manager, Replace Gauge, and Restore Default View.
Glass Cockpit Features
Information on Glass Cockpit, Warning Manager, and Gauge View.
Display Views
Overview of data available in Engine, Vessel, Fuel Economy, Battery, and My Views.
Power Trim
Trim Ranges Explained
Defines Trim, Beach, and Lift ranges and their usage.
Trim Controls
Describes how to operate the Power Trim panel and side-mounted controls.
Power Trim Assistant
Explains the automatic trim adjustment based on engine speed.
Trim Instruments
Details the digital and analog trim instruments and their indicators.
Maneuvering
Trim Adjustments for Maneuvering
General advice on finding the optimal trim angle for boat handling.
Driving with Bow Down
Describes the 'bow down' position for acceleration and response.
Driving with Bow Up
Explains 'bow up' position for cruising, short seas, and potential issues.
Driving in Beach Range
Guidance on using the beach range for low-speed operation in shallow water.
Controls
Control Lever Functions
Explains the single-lever control for gearshift and throttle, including N, F, R, T.
Control Panel Buttons
Details functions of buttons like STATION, Cruise Control, Low Speed, Throttle Only.
Side Mounted Levers
Describes TRIM, Trim Assist, Safety Lanyard, Throttle Only, and Neutral Interlock.
Disengaging Shift Function
Procedure to disconnect gearshift to operate only the throttle.
Adjusting Friction Brake
How to adjust lever resistance on top-mounted and side-mounted controls.
Joystick Operation
Overview of joystick features including Docking, Joystick Driving, and Thruster Mode.
Optional Features
Lowspeed Function
Explains the Lowspeed function for reducing speed and how to engage/disengage it.
Joystick for Docking
Details how to activate and exit docking mode using the joystick.
High Mode
Describes the High Mode for extra power and how to activate/disengage it.
Thruster Mode
Explains Thruster Mode and how to activate/deactivate it.
Joystick Driving
How to use the joystick with the autopilot for heading adjustments and maneuvering.
Autopilot System
Information on the Bukh Autopilot, its components, and operation.
Battery Management System
Local Control and Remote Disable
Describes local controls on the unit and remote deactivation of breakers.
Battery Management Display
Explains the display menus for battery status, voltage, and settings.
System Settings
Covers User Button Config, Battery Protection, Display Contrast, and more.
Battery Sensor Settings
Guidance on setting battery type/size and resetting sensor data.
Battery Monitoring
Details on viewing voltage/current, charging status, and battery health.
Bukh Interceptor System
System Overview
Describes the interceptor system's function, versions (manual/auto), and effects.
System Operation
Details on Aquamatic and Auto mode, including manual control switching.
Cleaning and Inhibiting
Procedure for flushing the raw water system for cleaning and inhibiting.
Starting
Before Starting Checklist
Essential checks before starting the engine, including oil, coolant, and fuel.
Starting the Engine Procedures
Step-by-step guide for starting using e-Key and Start/Stop panels.
Warm-up and Instrument Check
Instructions for warming the engine and checking instruments/alarms.
Operation
Reading Instruments and Alarms
How to read instruments and acknowledge alarms displayed on the information screen.
Maneuvering Procedures
Guidance on shifting between forward/reverse and general boat maneuvering.
Helm Station Management
Describes how to change, lock, and unlock helm stations.
Cruising and Synchronizing Speed
Advice on cruising speed for fuel economy and synchronizing twin engine speeds.
Engine Shutdown
Stopping the Engine
Procedures for stopping the engine using Start/Stop panel or e-Key.
After Engine Shutdown
Steps to take after stopping the engine, including checks and turning off switches.
Operation Break Procedures
Guidance for engine operation breaks in water or out of water.
Trailering and Cold Weather
Advice on trailering the boat and cold weather precautions for the engine.
Fault Handling
Alarm Handling and Display
How alarms are indicated, acknowledged, and the meaning of warning lamps.
Fault Tracing
Table of symptoms and possible causes linked to fault codes.
Fault Code Register
Detailed descriptions of messages, causes, and suggested actions for faults.
Troubleshooting Specific Faults
Covers faults like Battery Voltage, Start Failures, Lever issues, and Engine checks.
More Fault Scenarios
Troubleshooting for Joystick, Multilink, Transmission, Steering, and Coolant issues.
System Fault Diagnostics
Diagnosing issues related to Coolant Pressure/Temperature, Oil Filter, and Oil Level.
Engine Performance Faults
Troubleshooting for Oil Pressure/Temperature, Engine Speed, Exhaust, and Fuel issues.
System Component Faults
Diagnosing faults in Intake Manifold, Key, Power Trim, Batteries, Sensors, and Steering.
Fluid Level Faults
Addresses issues with Steering Oil Temperature and Water in Fuel/Bellows.
In Case of Emergency
Running Aground Procedures
Steps to take after running aground, including checking drive and propeller.
Starting Using Auxiliary Batteries
Detailed procedure for jump-starting the engine using auxiliary batteries.
Emergency Shifting Procedures
Manual methods for engaging gears and drive in case of failure.
Emergency Steering Alignment
Manual alignment of the electrical rudder actuator for straight forward operation.
Emergency Steering with Control Levers
How to steer the boat using control levers if the actuator fails.
Emergency Trimming
Procedure for trimming the drive beyond its normal limits in emergencies.
Start After Crash-Stop
Routine to follow before restarting the engine after a crash-stop.
Maintenance Schedule
Service Intervals
Details on service intervals (Type A-E) and where to find Service Protocol.
Extended Service Intervals
Conditions for extending service intervals, including oil analysis.
Maintenance
Maintenance Safety Precautions
Covers fire/explosion risks, chemicals, cooling/fuel systems, and electrical safety.
Engine General Inspection
Routine checks for oil, fuel, coolant, belts, cables, and hoses.
Drive Belt Maintenance
Instructions for checking, changing, and adjusting drive belts.
Lubrication System
Information on oil change intervals and recommended oil grades.
Oil Level Check
Procedure for checking and topping up engine oil level.
Fuel System Maintenance
Covers fuel system bleeding, water in fuel, and draining fuel filters.
Freshwater System
Details on coolant mixing, level checks, and topping up.
Seawater System
Covers draining, cleaning, inhibiting, and checking the seawater system.
Seawater Filter Maintenance
Procedure for checking and cleaning the seawater filter.
Electrical System
Information on fuses, engine circuit breakers, and power trim circuit breakers.
Battery Maintenance
Guidance on battery maintenance, cleaning, charging, and replacement.
Reverse Gear Maintenance
Details on reverse gear oil level checking and topping up.
Drive Maintenance
Procedure for checking and topping up transmission lubricant in the drive.
Steering System Maintenance
Checks for hydraulic steering fluid level and hydraulic hoses.
Calibration and Settings
Settings Menu Navigation
How to navigate and manage settings and calibrations via the Settings menu.
My View Customization
How to adapt the main menu information to personal preferences.
Neutral Beep Setting
Enabling or disabling the audible signal for neutral position.
Information Beep and Trip Reset
Setting up audible info beeps and resetting trip computer data.
Depth Alarm Configuration
Setting the depth alarm level and turning it on or off.
Display Settings
Adjusting display contrast, side selection, and units.
Language and EVC Info
Setting display language and viewing EVC system information.
PTA Calibration
Procedure for calibrating the Power Trim Assistant for different speeds.
Speed Factor Calibration
Setting the speed factor to match displayed speed with GPS data.
Key Management
Adding or removing e-Keys for system access.
Glass Cockpit Settings
Navigating settings, neutral beep, trip reset, and fuel tank calibration.
Add e-Key (Glass Cockpit)
Step-by-step guide for adding e-Keys to the Glass Cockpit system.
Joystick Calibration
Guidelines for calibrating the joystick in calm waters.
Joystick Docking Calibration
Procedure to calibrate the joystick for docking mode.
Joystick Inboard Docking Calibration
Calibration steps for joystick inboard docking.
Drive Straight Calibration
Procedure to calibrate for straight boat travel after installation.
Technical Data
Engine Specifications
Details on engine types D4/D6, including bore, stroke, weight, and power ratings.
Lubrication System Data
Information on engine oil volume, pressure, viscosity, and change intervals.
Compressor Oil
Specifications for compressor oil volume and grade.
Fuel System Requirements
General and specific requirements for diesel fuel quality and types.
Cooling System Specifications
Data on fresh water system volume, thermostat opening, and water quality.
Reverse Gear Specifications
Details on reverse gear types, oil capacity, and oil quality.
Sterndrive Specifications
Data for sterndrives including oil capacity, quality, and viscosity.
Coolant Mixing
Recommendations and warnings for mixing coolant and water.
Identification Numbers
Engine and Transmission Identification
Location and details of product designation and serial numbers for engine/transmission.
Drive and Actuator Identification
Details on product designation and serial numbers for drive and rudder actuator.
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