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Yanmar & PRM Gearbox Manual. Enter your engine identification details in the spaces provided above. E. P. BARRUS LIMITED, Launton Road, Bicester, Oxfordshire. OX26 4UR Tel: 01869-363636 Fax: 01869-363610 www.barrus.co.uk RDG603A9 - Issue 1 - Shire 14 Workboat Owners Manual 30, 40, 50...
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Name of Engine Manufacturer: Yanmar Co LTD. Address: Yanmar Europe B.V, Brugplein 11, 1332 BS Almere-de Vaart, Netherlands. Name of Authorised Representative: E.P.Barrus LTD Address: E.P.Barrus LTD, Launton Road, Bicester, Oxon, OX26 4UR, England Engine type approved according to: Stage II of Directive 97/68/EC, 88/77/EC...
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Please read it carefully and familiarise yourself with the engine and its parts before operation. E.P.Barrus reserves the right to change the specification of its products and manuals without prior notice. Depending upon the equipment specification of the engine and accessories fitted, there may be discrepancies with the information presented in this handbook.
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Routine maintenance outlined in the Owners Manual must be performed using genuine parts in order to maintain warranty coverage. If the customer performs maintenance, Barrus reserves the right to make future warranty coverage possible only with proof of proper maintenance.
SECTION 1 - Safety Precautions 1. General It is the responsibility of the installer/operator to ensure that the finished installation complies with the relevant health & safety requirements and the recreational craft directive before commissioning. Ensure that the engine battery isolator switch is in the off position and the key removed from the control panel before carrying out any maintenance or repairs.
6. Batteries WARNING: EXPLOSIVE GASES / SULPHURIC ACID. Batteries can produce explosive gas; keep sparks and flames away from the battery. NO SMOKING Batteries contain sulphuric acid; if splashed on skin or eyes, flush well with water and seek medical advice.
SECTION 2 - Engine Identification Please quote the engine identification number during any enquiry or when ordering spare parts. Use the space below to record these details. This can be found engraved into the brass plate on top of the engine rocker cover and stamped to the crankcase next to the starter motor.
SECTION 3 - Installation 1. Ventilation All internal combustion engines radiate heat and require cool, clean air to aid complete combustion. Please ensure that adequate engine room ventilation is provided, by fitting at least two vents of an aperture of not less than 10,000 mm each, (16 in An allowance must be made for any grills or louvers or bends placed in the airflows and generally an increase of 25% in area is sufficient to overcome any restriction...
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Ensure that the anti-vibration mount centre screw is sufficiently raised so as not to touch the engine bed. If this occurs, excessive engine vibration will be experienced through the hull. Care should be taken to install mounts parallel to the engine rails and washer and locknut firmly tightened on the cover of the mount.
6. Engine Alignment The gearbox output shaft flange and propeller shaft input flange must be almost perfectly aligned. A maximum of ± 0.05mm (0.002") misalignment in any plane is acceptable. Ensure alignment is rechecked after the first 4 hours of running, after the first month, and thereafter annually.
placing strain on the hoses, and be securely clipped to prevent accidental damage and chafing. Initially fill the fuel system by turning the ignition on to operate the electric fuel pump. Loosen the bleed screw on the top of the primary fuel filter/water trap and close when fuel begins to flow clearly (no bubbles).
11. Control Cables Connect engine speed control cable. With the engine off, ensure that the engine speed control lever achieves full travel from idle to full speed. Adjust if necessary. Check the gearbox shift lever selects positively and that the drive direction corresponds with the gearshift control lever.
Barrus Alternator (Amps) Barrus tacho reading 10.50 – 11.00 15.00 18.00 19.50 - 20.00 22.00 Alternative or non-standard alternators will require calibrating and checking by trail and error with a hand held tacho until the engine speed and indicated tachometer speed are the same.
Hydraulic Drive Transmissions If an engine is to have a Hydraulic Drive Transmission attached to it, a number of points must be observed. Bobtail engines (i.e. Engines supplied without a marine gearbox), normally do not have a gearbox oil cooler fitted, however if a cooler is supplied, this will only be suitable to cool a conventional marine gearbox.
Installation Check list Engine alignment correct, clearance all round, check propeller turns by hand (Ensure ignition is off battery and battery master switch is off) Anti-Vibration mounts correct height, spacers if necessary Exhaust system as specified Battery leads are of correct size, tightened and start battery is charged Check tension of alternator belts, wiring connected and belt alignment checked If removed...
SECTION 4 - Operation 1. Starting the Engine for the First Time Remove ignition key Ensure all oil and coolant levels are checked. Ensure engine battery is connected. Battery master switch must be turned on. Check all connections and mountings are tight. ...
3. Stopping Procedure Move speed control lever to idle position. Turn key to off position. 4. Refuelling All Shire marine engines run on diesel fuel. DO NOT USE BIODIESEL Please note that if the vessel is to be left for any period of time the fuel tank should be full to eliminate the build up of condensation and formation of water in the fuel tank.
SECTION 5 - Service Procedure 1. Engine Oil and Filter Change CAUTION: WEAR DISPOSABLE GLOVES AND BEWARE OF HOT OIL AND ENGINE BLOCK. REMOVE THE IGNITION KEY BEFORE WORKING IN ENGINE COMPARTMENT. Change the engine oil while the engine is still hot. ...
2. Air Filter Check & Change CAUTION: WEAR DISPOSABLE GLOVES AND BEWARE OF HOT ENGINE BLOCK. REMOVE THE IGNITION KEY BEFORE WORKING IN ENGINE COMPARTMENT. Release the 2 spring clips, pull off the end cover to reveal the filter element. The element simply pulls out.
PRM 260 gearbox Level dipstick / filler plug Disposal of Oil and Related Items Please dispose of used oil and oil filters safely with due regard for the environment, and take to your local waste oil disposal point. Do not allow oil or contaminated parts to enter the inland waterway system.
Drain off any water (if any) When water is drained off, close the drain screw. It is unlikely the complete fuel system will require bleeding. Run for 5 minutes. Check that the drain union is tight and that there are no leaks. ...
6. Bleeding the Fuel System. CAUTION: WEAR DISPOSABLE GLOVES. REMOVE THE IGNITION KEY BEFORE WORKING IN ENGINE COMPARTMENT. Ensure the fuel tank is at least ¾ full prior to undertaking this procedure. See Fuel paragraph, Section 3, in Yanmar Engine Operation Manual Cooling System CAUTION: DO NOT CHECK THE COOLANT LEVEL WHEN THE ENGINE IS HOT.
Note: if the belts are over tightened alternator bearing failure will occur. Belt Maintenance Do not allow oil to contact the belt. Oil attacks the construction of the belt, reduces the drive efficiency, and will ultimately cause, it to fail prematurely. ...
Panel Maintenance CAUTION: TURN BATTERY ISOLATION SWITCHES OFF REMOVE THE IGNITION KEY BEFORE WORKING IN ENGINE COMPARTMENT. Warning Light Bulb replacement Release the panel from its mounting 1. To replace an illumination bulb. a. The bulbs are accessible from the rear of the panel. This can be gently removed by pulling off the wires, unscrewing the nut and pulling out the bulb housing from the panel.
Replace the cover plate gasket if damaged. Replace any other worn components as necessary. Engine Heat Exchanger Tube Stack Flushing. When the engine is cold, drain the water from the engine block, drain screw is located behind the heat exchanger. ...
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Change more frequently if Raw Water pump Every 500hrs or 250hrs operating in shallow or Impeller 12 months* sandy waters Or check more frequently if local conditions require. Main Heat 500hrs Exchanger Remove & clean as instructions on pg. 26 As per Instructions section Every 150 hours Key Switch...
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