Engine; Xxii Engine - BENETEAU 323 Owner's Manual

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ENGINE

CUTLASS BEARING
The cutlass bearing is a water-lubricated rubber bearing that the
prop shaft rotates in. It is critical for the shaft to be perfectly
aligned through the bearing and mated to the engine coupling to
prevent premature wearing of the cutlass bearing.
STUFFING BOX
The stuffing box is a rubber seal around the prop shaft, which
allows the shaft to exit the hull and keep water out. Water is forced
into the stuffing box via a thru hull and vent tube for lubrication.
Once a year or every 200-engine hours grease the seal at "D" with
3
1cm of grease. The seal should be replaced every 500 engine
hours or every 5 years. See the manufacturer's directions for more
details.
DIESEL OPERATION
Operation of the diesel engine includes preparation for starting, running, stopping, and securing the power
system after use. The following paragraphs are a general guide, with complete procedures being more
thoroughly covered in the engine manual.
ADDITIONAL CONTROLS
In addition to the control panel the following controls are associated with engine operation.
1. Battery Switch - Although a part of the electrical system, this switch must be energized in the ON
position to provide power to the engine starter motor.
2. Throttle and gearshift controls are located at the helm station.
3. Engine Stop Handle or Solenoid switch.
RUNNING THE ENGINE
Before Starting the Engine
Before you start the engine, make sure that the engine compartment bilge is clean and dry. If there is the
slightest presence of fuel in the engine compartment, you must not start the engine.
1. Open the raw water intake thru hull valve.
2. Check to be sure the fuel shut-off valve is open.
3. Check the coolant level if the engine is fitted with a closed heat exchanger cooling system.
4. Check the oil in the sump and gearbox (this should be repeated after a few hours running).
5. Check the tension of the alternator drive belt.
6. Move the lever to neutral, and open the throttle a little (the mechanism will differ depending on the
control box fitted).
7. Turn on the black negative battery handle and the red handled engine battery switch.
BENETEAU 323
Apr. 01, 2004
rev 00
DO NOT OPERATE BATTERY SWITCHES WHEN THE MOTOR IS RUNNING!
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