Maintenance Schedule - Westerbeke 8.0KW BCDT60Hz Owner's Manual

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
In order to use this Maintenance Schedule, it will be necessary to
log your engine hours. Use your engine hourmeter or record your
engine hours by running time.
NOTE:
Many of the following maintenance procedures are
simple but others are more difficult and may require the expert
knowledge of a service mechanic.
FREQUENCY
COMPONENT AFTER FIRST DAILY OR WEEKLY EVERY
50 HRS
EVERY 8 HOURS
100 HOURS
Engine oil level
•
Engine oil
• •
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Oil filler
• •
Fuel supply
•
Fuellilter/water
•
•
separator
Fuel lift pump
Fuel filler
•
Fuel injector'
Raw water pump
Thermostat
Engine hoses
•
Exhaust system'
• •
Starling batteries
and house batterie
•
Starler motor'
'Westerbeke recommends that this service be performed by an authorized mechanic.
A
WARNING:
Never attempt to perform any service
while the generator 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.
EVERY EVERY MAINTENANCE
600 HOURS 2100 HOURS
Oil level should be between the full and low
indicating marks on the dipstick. Top up if
necessary.
Change the oil: see LUBRICATION SYSTEM
Check the fuel supply. Top up if necessary.
Check for water and dirt in the fuel.
Drain and replace the filter if necessary.
•
Clean and inspect the wiring
connection.
Change the filter.
Check and adjust the injection opening
•
pressure and spray condition (see ENGINE
ADJUSTMENTS).
Remove the pump cover and inspect the
impeller, gasket, cam and cover for wear.
•
Check the bearings and seals (the shaft can
turn, but not wobble). Lubricate
when reassembling .
•
Check the functioning of the thermostat; see
THERMOSTAT under COOLING SYSTEM.
Hoses should be hard and tight. Replace if
soft and spongy. Check and tighten all
hose clamps.
Inspect for leaks. Check the anti-siphon valve
operation. Check that all connections are tight.
Check the exhaust elbow for carbon and/or
corrosion buildup on inside passages;
clean and replace as necessary.
Warning: A defective exhaust elbow can cause
carbon monoxide leakage!
Check electrolyte levels and make sure
connections are very tight. Clean off
excessive corrosion.
Check the solenoid and motor for corrosion.
•
Remove and lubricate. Clean and lubricate
the starter motor pinion drive.
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