Maintenance Schedule; Fuel Filters - Westerbeke 12C- TWO Operator's Manual

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
In order
to
use this Maintenance Schedule, it will be necessary
to log your engine hours. Use your engine hourmeter or record
your engine hours by running time.
NOTE:
Many of the following maintenance procedures are
simple but others are more difficult and may require the expert
knowledge of a service mechanic.
A
WARNING:
Never attempt to perform any service
while the engine is running. Wear the proper safety
equipment such as goggles and gloves, and use the
correct tools for each job. Disconnect the battery
terminals when servicing any
of
the engine's DC
electrical equipment.
SCHEDULED
CHECK
HOURS OF OPERATION
MAINTENANCE DESCRIPTION
MAINTENANCE
EACH
DAY
50
100 250 . 500
750 1000 1250
Fuel Supply
D
Diesel No.2 rating of 45 cetane or higher.
Filter/Water Separator
D
Check for water and dirt in fuel (drain/replace filter
if necessary).
Engine 011 Level
D
Oil level should indicate between MAX. and LOW on
dipstick., .•
Coolant Level
D
Check at recovery tank; if empty, check at manifold.
Add coolant if neeii~d.
Transmission Fluid Level D
Fluid level should indicate between MAX and LOW
on dipstick.
Drive Bells
D
Inspect for proper tension (3/8" to 112" deflection)
weekly and adjust if needed. Check belt edges for wear.
Visuallnspeclion of Engine
D
NOTE:
Keep engine surface clean. Din and
Check for fuel, oil and water leaks. Inspect wiring
oil will inhibit the engine's ability to remain and electrical connections. Keep bolts & nuts tight.
cool.
Check for loose belt tension.
Fuel Filter
0 D D D D D Change at 50 hours then every 250 hours.
Starting Batteries
D
Check electrolyte levels every 50 operating hours
(and House Batteries) weekly and make sure connections are very tight. Clean off
excessive corrosion.
Engine 011 and Filter
D D D D D D D
Initial engine oil & filter change at 50 hours, then
change both every 100 hours.
Heat Exchanger Zinc Anode
0 D D D D D D
Inspect zinc anode, replace if needed. Clear the heat .
exchanger end of zinc anode debris.
Filler/Water Separator
D D D D D D
Change filter every 200 hours.
Exhaust System
0 D
D D
Initial check at 50 hours, then every 250 hours.
Inspect for leaks. Check anti-siphon valve opera-
tion. Check the exhaust elbow for carbon and/or
corrosion buildup on inside passages; cl.ean and
replace as necessary. Check that alLconnections are
tight. Check castin'g integrity. "
Engine Hoses
0
D D D D D Hose should be hard & tight. Replace if soft or
spongy. Check and tighten all hose clamps.
Throttle Transmission
D D D
D
Check for loose fittings, cotter pins, etc.
Shut-Off Cables
Lubricate with WD-40 or equivalent.
Adjust Engine Idle Speed
D
Adjustto 1000 -1200 rpm
Raw Water Pump
D D D Remove the pump cover and inspect the impeller,
gasket, cam and cover for wear. Check the bearings
and seals (the shaft can turn, but not wobble).
Lubricate when reassembling.
Inlet Fuel Filter D
D D D D
Replace.
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&
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