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5. Adjust the alternator and water pump drive belt tension, if required.
6. Adjust the engine's no-load speed, if required (Hertz). Please note that this adjustment is not a
warrantable adjustment during or after the unit's break in.
7. Lubricate the ball joint linkage between the run solenoid and the throttle arm.
Servicing After Every 100 Hours of Operation
I. Change the engine's lube oil and filter.
2. Adjust the alternator and water pump drive belt tension, if required.
3. Lubricate the ball joint linkage between the run solenoid and the throttle arm.
4. Inspect siphon-break assembly for proper operation (when installed).
Servicing After Every 250 Hours of Operation
Replace the fuel filter elements in the electric fuel lift pump and in the engine-mounted filter assembly.
Servicing After Every 500 Hours of Operation
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I. Torque the cylinder head hold-down bolts.
*2. Adjust the valve clearances.
3. Drain, flush, and refill the fresh water cooling system. For an illustration showing the heat
exchanger and block drain locations, see model photos with call outs at the beginning ofthis manual.
*4. Check the condition of the starter motor drive pinion; lubricate pinion.
5. Check the resistance of the glow plus. Check circuit operation. 1.0 - 1.2 ohms.
6. Check raw water pump for internal wear. Examine the pump's cover, cam and internal housing.
Replace worn parts as needed. Check for leaks at seals or gaskets and make repairs as needed. Do not
neglect.
7. Check external and internal condition of the water injected exhaust elbow. Inspect exhaust and water
passages in the elbow. Remove any carbon and/or corrosion build up. Replace the elbow should its
condition be questionable.
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