Westerbeke SBEG Series Operator's Manual page 14

INTRODUCTION
The
engine/generator
model number and serial number are
located on a plate mounted on the engine's valve cover.
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UNDERSTANDING THE GASOLINE ENGINE
The gasoline engine driving an AC generator is in many ways
similar to a gasoline automobile engine. The cylinders are
verticle in-line, and the engine's cylinder head has an over-
head camshaft which is chain-driven. The engine utilizes a
solid-state distributor which is horizontally mounted and
camshaft-driven. The engine incorporates a pressure type
lubrication system, and a fresh water-cooled engine block
which is thermostatically controlled. To a large degree, the
generator's engine requires the same preventative maintenance
that is requited of a gasoline automobile engine. the most
important factors to the generator's longevity are proper
ventilation, maintenance of the fuel system, ignition system,
cooling system and the generator back-end.
ORDERING PARTS
Whenever replacement parts are needed, always provide the
generator and engine model and serial numbers. In addition,
include a complete part description and part number for each
part
needed. Also insist upon WESTERBEKE packaged parts
because will
fit
or generic parts are frequently not made to the
same specifications as original equipment.
NOTES, CAUTIONS AND WARNINGS
As this manual takes you through the operating procedures,
maintenance schedules, and troubleshooting of your
generator" critical information will be highlighted by NOTES,
CAUTIONS, and WARNINGS. An explanation follows:
NOTE:
An operating procedure essential to note.
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CAUTION:
Procedures, which if not strictly
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WARNING:
Procedures, which if not properly
followed, can result in personal injury or loss of life.
PROTECTING YOUR INVESTMENT
Care at the factory during assembly and thorough testing
have resulted in a WESTERBEKE generator capable of
many thousands of hours of dependable service. However the
manufacturer cannot control how or where the generator is
installed in the vessel or the manner in which the unit is
operated and serviced in the field. this is up to the
buyer/owner operator.
NOTE: Six important steps to ensure long generator lifo:
• Proper engine and generator instalhztion.
• An efficient weU-designed exhaust system that includes an
anti-siphon break to prevent water from entering the
engine.
• Changing the engine oil and oiljilters every 100 operating
hours.
• Proper maintenance of aU engine and generator
components according to the maintenance schedule in
this manuaL
• Use clean,jiltered unleadedfueL
• Winterize your engine according to the lAY-UP AND
RECOMMISSIONING section
in
this manuaL
SPARES AND ACCESSORIES
Certain spares will be needed to support and maintain your
WESTERBEKE generator or engine when cruising (see
SUGGESTED SPARE PARTS). Often even simple items such
as proper fuel and oil filters can be difficult to obtain along
the way. WESTERBEKE will provide you with a suggested
spares and accessories brochure to assist you in preparing an
on-board inventory of the proper WESTERBEKE parts.
Engines & Generators
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