Maintenance Schedule - Westerbeke 8.0KW - 60Hz Operator's Manual

SCHEDULED
MAINTENANCE
Fuel Supply
Fuel/Water Separator
Engine
Oil level
Coolant Level
Drive Belts
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
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NOTE:
Many of the following maintenance jobs are simple but others are more
difficult and may require
the
expert knowledge of a service mechanic.
CHECK
HOURS OF OPERATION
EACH EXPLANATION OF SCHEDULED
DAY 50 100 ~50 500 750 1000 1250
MAINTENANCE
0
Diesel No.2 rating of 45 cetane or higher.
0
Check for water and dirt in fuel (drain/replace filter
if necessary).
Oil level should indicate between MAX. and LOW on
dipstick.
0
Check at recovery tank; if empty, check at manifold.
Add coolant if needed.
0
Inspect for proper tension (3/8' to 1/2" deflection)
weekly and adjust if needed. Check belt edges for wear.
Visuallnspectlon of Engine
NOTE:
Please keep engine surface clean. Dirt
Check for fuel, oil and water leaks. Inspect wiring
and oil will inhibit the engine's ability to and electrical connections. Keep bolts
&
nuts tight.
remain cool.
Check for loose belt tenSion.
Fuel Filter 0 0 0 0 0
Initial change at 50 hrs, then change every 250 hrs.
Starting Batteries
0
Every 50 operating hours check electrolyte levels
(and House Batteries) weekly and make sure connections are very tight. Clean off
excessive corrosion.
Engine Oil (and filter)
0 0 0 0 0 0 0
Initial engine oil
&
filter change at 50 hrs., then
change both every 100 hours.
Generator
0 0 0 0 0 0 0 Check that AC connections are clean and secure
with no chafing. See GENERATOR SECTION
for additional information.
Heat Exchanger Zinc Anode
0 0 0 0 0 0 0
Inspect zinc anode, replace if needed, clear the heat
exchanger end of zinc anode debris.
Fuel/Water Separator
0
o
TOT
0
0 0
Change every 200 hours.
Electronic Governor Control
0
0 Check and or adjust the no-load speed in the panel,
(if applicable) req uired (hertz) and the regulator board adjustment
as needed.
NOTE: These adjustment are not a warrantable
adjustment during or after the unit's break-in.
Exhaust System
0 0 D 0
Initial check at 50 hrs., then every 250 hrs. Inspect
for leaks. Check anti-siphon valve operation. Check
the exhaust elbow for carbon and/or corrosion
buildup on inside passages; clean and replace as
necessary. Check that all connections are tight.
Engine Hoses
0 0 0 0 0 0
Hose should be hard
&
tight. Replace if soft or
spongy. Check and tighten all hose clamps.
EngInes & Generators
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