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MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENTS
Introduction
This section contains a scheduled preventive maintenance program and several adjustment procedures the
owner/operator can perform without the benefit of sophisticated and expensive tools and instruments.
Preventive Maintenance (Engine)
Perform the preventive maintenance in accordance with the schedules listed in the following paragraphs.
Adherence to these schedules will ensure the equipment is maintained in the best possible condition and
that it will perform to expectations. Those items marked by an asterisk
(*)
are recommended to be performed
by an authorized dealer or distributor.
Daily (before each use)
1. Check the oil sump's level. Maintain the oil level at or near upper level mark on dipstick.
2. Check coolant level in plastic recovery tank. Maintain at or above the level marked ADD.
3. Visually inspect the unit; check for loose belts, chafed or broken wires, loose brackets and fittings,
damaged hoses, loose clamps, and other equipment not properly secured.
4. Check the fuel supply. Fill with a good grade of No.2 diesel fuel,
if
required.
5. Check the primary filter/water separator. Drain and service as required. (A primary filter/water separator
is optional, but strongly recommended.)
6. Check the engine's gauges for proper oil pressure, operating temperature, and starting battery charg-
ing voltage once the engine is operating.
7. Check the generator's output meters (when installed) for proper AC voltage and output frequency.
Monthly
Check the condition of the zinc anode in the heat exchanger sea water circuit. Clean or replace the anode,
as required. Keep the area inside the heat exchanger clean of zinc anode debris.
Servicing After Initial 50 Hours of Operation
1. Change the engine's lube oil and oil filter.
2. Replace the fuel filter elements in the electric fuel lift pump and in the engine-mounted filter assembly.
*3. Torque the cylinder head hold-down bolts.
*4. Adjust valve clearances.
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