Maintenance; Introduction - Vetus M4.55 Operation Manual

4 Maintenance

Introduction

The following guidelines should be
observed for daily and periodic mainte-
nance. Perform each function at the indi-
cated time interval.
The intervals stated are for normal opera-
tional conditions. Service the unit more
frequently under severe conditions.
Failure to carry out maintenance can result
in faults and permanent damage to the
engine.
No claim can be made on the Guarantee if
maintenance has been neglected.
Keep record of the following informa-
tion in the logbook and/or the 'Service
and Guarantee Book':
• Total engine hours (reading engine
hour counter).
• Amounts of oil, fuel and coolant needed
for topping up.
• The dates and intervals at which the oil
and coolant are changed.
• Oil pressure and coolant temperature.
Introduction
• Parts on which maintenance is conduct-
ed and type of maintenance (adjust-
ment, repair or replacement), and the
results of each procedure.
• Changes in operating conditions, such
as 'Exhaust gas became black', etc.
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