Fuel System - Westerbeke 8.0 KW-60Hz SBEG Operator's Manual

FUEL SYSTEM
GASOLINE
Use unleaded 89 octane or higher gasoline. When fueling,
follow U.S Coats Guard regulations, close off all hatches and
companionways to prevent fumes from entering the boat, and
ventilate after fueling.
NOTE:
The generator compartment should hnve a gasoline
fume detector/alarm properly installed and working.
GASOLlNEJWATER SEPARATOR AND
A primary fuel filter of the water separalting --,-, __
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type must be installed between
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and the engine to remove water and other
contaminant's from the fuel before they can
be carried
to
the fuel system on the engine.
Most installers include a type of filter/water
separator with the installation package as
they are aware of the problems that
contaminant's in the fuel can cause.
These gasoline filters must have metal bowls
(not "see-through") to meet U.S. Coats Guard
requirements. The metal bowls have drain
valves to use when checking for water and
impurities. WESTERBEKE PART
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NUMBER (49602)
FUEL CELL
ENGINE FUEL FILTER
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ENGINE FUEL FILTER
Periodically check the fuel counections and the bowl for
leakage. Replace the filter element after the first 50 hours
then follow the MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE.
Changing Filter Element
1. Shut the fuel supply to the generator off.
2. Ensure there is no pressure in the fuel system by bleeding
off any existing pressure using a Schrader valve on the
throttle body and fuel cell. Use a pressure testing kit as
shown on the next page.
Unscrew the fuel bowl from the housing and allow the
bowl to come away from the housing.
Remove and replace the filter element and clean the
bowl.
S. Inspect both "0" rings. Replace if necessary.
6. Press on a new filter and replace the filter bowl.
7. Open the fuel supply. Inspect for leaks.
INLET FUEL FILTER
1. Shut off the fuel supply to the generator. Disconnect the
fuel supply line to the inlet filter and unscrew the filter
from the pump inlet. Take care to catch any fuel that may
be present.
2. Thread on the replacement inlet filter and connect the
fuel supply line. Use care when connecting and
tightening the fuel supply line so as not to distort the
inlet filter.
3. Tum on the fuel supply to the generator and start the
generator. Ensure that there are
no
leaks.
FUEL PUMP
Periodically check the fuel counections to and out of the pump
and make sure that no leakage is present and that the fittings
are tight and secure. The engine mounted fuel pump is
maintenance free.
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