Cautions In Handling Engine - Westerbeke 10TWO Operator's Manual

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INSTALLATION AND SUPPLY CAUTIONS
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Check important aspects of installation before operating engine .
(1)
Alignment
(Error to be no more
than one thousandth of an inch
per inch of coupling diameter)
(2)
Provide sufficient ventilation
(3)
Provide
around
clauses)
adequate
service
room
engine
(See
warranty
. 003 FEELER GAGE
CHECKING COUPLING ALIGNMENT
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Fill fuel tank with CLEAN #2 diesel from a reputable manufacturer.
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Fill lubricating
oil
to
full
mark
on
dipstick
(Select
readily
available lubricating oil of grade CC or CD).
*
Fill water with suitable mixture of water and antifreeze to suit
your temperature zone.
See page 16.
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Plug-in Panel Harness Connection.
After assembly, joint should be
taped to prevent corrosion or, preferably, assembled using a sili-
con grease which can be obtained at an electronic store such as
Radio Shack.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
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Never operate engine with inadequate ventilation.
Do not touch moving parts during operation.
Do not touch hot parts such as exhaust pipe, and do not place com-
bustible materials near.
Inspect and adjust parts of the engine only after it is stopped.
*
Check
and
refill
engine oil,
cooling water
and
fuel
after
the
engine is brought to a stop.
*
In checking the water level for refilling, remove the pressure cap
only after
the water temperature has fallen enough to prevent a
steam burn.
*
Always use tools that fit cor rectly and use caution dur ing ser-
vicing.
*
Be sure that current carrying wires are protected from abrasion
and that all connections are tight.
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