Maintenance Schedule - Westerbeke 8.0KW-60HZ Operator's Manual

SCHEDULED
MAINTENANCE
Fuel Supply
Fuel/Water Separator
Engine Oil Level
Coolant Level
Drive Belts
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
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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.
NOTE:
Many of the following maintenance procedures are simple but others are
more difficult and may require the expert knowledge of a service mechanic.
CHECK
HOURS OF OPERATION
EXPLANATION OF SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE
EACH
DAY
50 100 250 500 750 1000 1250
0 Unleaded gasoline with octane rating of 89 of higher
0
Check for water and dirt in fuel (drain/replace filter if
necessary) .
0 Oil level should indicate between MAX. and LOW on
dipstick.
0
Check at recovery tank; if empty, check at manifold.
Add coolant if needed.
0 Inspect for proper tension (3/8" to 1/2" deflection)
weekly and adjust if needed. Check belt edges for wear.
Visual Inspection of Engine
0 NOTE:
Keep engine surface clean. Dirt and Check for fuel, oil and water leaks. Inspect wiring and
oil will inhibit the engine's ability to remain
electrical connections. Keep bolts & nuts tight. Check
cool.
for loose belt tension.
Sparks Plugs 0
D
D 0 D 0 Check gap, inspect for burning and corrosion.
Starting Batteries
0
Every 50 operating hours check electrolyte levels
(and House Batteries) weekly and make sure connections are very tight. Clean off
excessive corrosion.
Engine Oil
0 0 0
0
0 0 0
Initial engine oil & filter change at 50 hours. Then
change both every 100 hours.
Generator 0
0
0 0
0 D 0
Check that AC connections are clean and secure with
no chafing-see GENERATOR INFORMATION for
additional information.
Fuel Lift Pump
0 Periodically inspect for leaks.
and Gasdenser
Air Screen (Flame Arrester)
0 Clean at 50 hours, then every 100 hours.
Exhaust System
0 D 0 0 0 0
Initial clleck at 50 hours, then every 250 hours.
Inspect for leaks. Check anti-siphon valve operation.
Check the exhaust elbow for carbon and/or corrosion
buildup on inside passages; clean and replace as
necessary. Check that all connections are tight.
Engine Hoses
0 0 D 0 0 0 0 Hose should be hard & tight. Replace if hoses
become spongy. Check and tighten all hose clamps.
Raw Water Pump
0
D
0 0 0 0
Hose should be hard and tight, Replace if soft or
spongy. Check and tighten all hose clamps.
Belt Driven Governor
D 0 0 0 0 Change governor oil every 250 hours. Adjust
governor operation as needed.
REVISED MARCH 2005
Engines & Generators
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