Cautions In Handling Engine - Westerbeke 4KW-7.7KW-11KW-12 5KW Operator's Manual

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CAUTIONS IN HANDLING ENGINE
Always use proper
engine
oil and watch oil pressure during opera-
tion.
Use clean fuel, free from impurities and water content.
Prevent entry of air and water into the fuel system.
In case the starter motor pinion fails to engage wi th the ring
gear at
the time of starting,
turn on the starter switch again
after the starter motor has come to a complete stop.
Prevent the temperature of cooling water from falling too low.
Pay attention to the color of exhaust gas.
Clean or replace the fuel filter and oil filter periodically.
Replenish or replace oil as specified.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
Install unit in a properly ventilated space.
Do not touch moving parts during operation.
Do not touch hot parts such as exhaust pipe, and do not place com-
bustible materials there.
Inspect and adjust parts of the engine only after it is stopped.
CheCk and
refill engine oil,
cooling water
and
fuel
after
the
engine is brought to a stop.
Check water level
in
the coolant recovery tank.
pressure cap on manifold if engine is hot.
Do not remove
*
Always
use
tools of proper
sizes
and
full
caution dur ing ser-
vicing_
*
Be sure that current carrying wires are protected from abrasion
and that all connections are tight.
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