Westerbeke 7.0 KW BGC -60Hz Technical Manual page 109

8. Assemble the connecting rod cap.
a. Apply engine oil to the inner surface of the bearing
(the sliding surface relative to the crankshaft jour-
nal) as well as to the nut seating surface. Then,
install the connecting rod cap with its front mark
facing toward the front side.
Tightening Torque: 15.2 - 21.0 ft-lb
(2.1 - 2.9 kg-m)
b. After the rod cap has been installed, make sure
that there exists a proper thrust clearance. After
all of the connecting rods have been installed,
ensure that the crankshaft turns slightly.
9. Replace the Oil Seal and O-Ring
a. Type T oil seal. (Crankshaft front oil seal.) Using
a suitable seal installer, install the oil seal. Supply
engine oil to the lip portion of the oil seal.
b. O-ring (oil pump). Install the O-ringtothe oil pump
cover. To ensure the seating of the O-ring, push
the O-ring at the position of the embossed marks
on the cover as indicated.
c. Type T oil seal (crankshaft rear oil seal). Using an
appropriate service tool, install the oil seal. Apply
engine oil to the lip portion of the oil seal.
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Front
Embossed mark
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