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Starter Motor
Lubrication and cleaning of the starter drive pinion is advisable, if access to the starter permits its easy
removal. Make sure the battery connections are shut off before attempting to remove the starter. Take
care in properly replacing any electrical connections removed from the starter.
Cylinder Lubrication
It is not necessary to remove the fuel injectors from the cylinder head to squirt light lubricating oil into the
cylinders for the few months of normal lay-up. However, if you anticipate a longer lay-up period (12
months or more), we recommended that this procedure be performed. The light oil in the cylinders will
prevent the piston rings from sticking to the cylinder walls. Make sure you have replacements for the
injector and return line sealing washers.
Spares
Lay-up time provides a good opportunity to inspect your Westerbeke engine to see if external items such
as drive belts or coolant hoses need replacement. Check your basic spares kit and order items not on
hand, or replace those items used during the lay-up, such as filters and zinc anodes. Refer to the "SPARE
PARTS" section ofthis manual.
Batteries
If batteries are to be left on board during the lay-up period, make sure they are fully charged, and will
remain that way, to prevent them from freezing. If there exists any doubt that the batteries will not
remain fully charged, or that they will be subjected to severe environmental conditions, remove the
batteries and store them in a warmer, more compatible environment.
Recommissioning
The recommissioning of your Westerbeke engine after a seasonal lay-up generally follows the same
procedures as those presented in the "PREPARATIONS FOR STARTING" section regarding preparation
for starting and normal starts. However, some of the lay-up procedures will need to be counteracted
before starting the engine.
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Remove the oil-soaked cloths from the intake manifold and from the through-hull exhaust port.
2. Remove the raw water pump cover and gasket and discard the old gasket. Install the raw water pump
impeller removed during lay-up (or replacement, if required). Install the raw water pump cover with a
new cover gasket.
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WARNING
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Wear rubber gloves, a rubber apron, and eye protection when servicing batteries. Lead
acid batteries emit hydrogen, a highly-explosive gas, which can be ignited by electrical
arcing or a lighted cigarette, cigar, or pipe. Do not smoke or allow an open flame near
the battery being serviced. Shut off all electrical equipment in the vicinity to prevent
electrical arcing during servicing.
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