Preparations For Initial Start-Up - Westerbeke 6.5 MCG 60HZ Operator's Manual

PREPARATIONS FOR INITIAL START -UP
PRESTART INSPECTION
Before starting your generator for the first time or after a pro-
longed layoff, check the following items:
• Check the engine oil level: add oil to maintain the level at
the full mark on the dipstick.
• Check the fuel supply and examine the fuel filter/separator
bowls for contaminants.
• Check the DC electrical system. Inspect wire connections
and battery cable connections.
NOTE:
The starting battery must be totally dedicated to the
generator and maintained by the generator's DC charging
alternator and no other source.
• Check the coolant level in both the plastic recovery tank
and at the manifold.
NOTE:
During the initial filling of the cooling system, the
air bleed petcock on the manifold should be opened to
purge air from the engine block. Once cooled, free of air
bubbles, flows from the petcock - close the petcock.
After shutdown and after the engine has cooled, the
coolant from the recovery tank will be drawn into the
engine's cooling system to replace the purged air.
Before subsequent operation of the generator, the engine's
manifold should be topped off, and the coolant recovery
tank may need to have coolant added. Do not oveifill
coolant loss
will
occur.
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HEAT EXCHANGER
• Visually examine the unit. Look for loose or missing
parts, disconnected wires, unattached hoses, and check
threaded connections. Search for any gasoline leaks.
• Check AC wiring for correct connections as specified in
the wiring diagrams.
• Inspect exhaust system connections.
• Be sure no other generator or utility power is connected to
the load lines .
• Confirm that systems with a neutral line are·
properly grounded (or ungrounded) as the system requires,
and that generator neutral is properly connected to the
load neutral. In single phase systems an incomplete or
open neutral can supply the wrong line-to-neutral
voltage on unbalanced loads.
• Make certain the raw water thru-hull is open.
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CAUTION:
When starting the generator, it is
recommended that all AC loads, especially large
motors, be switched OFF until the engine has come
up to speed and, in cold climates, starts to warm up.
This precaution will prevent damage caused by
unanticipated operation of the AC machinery and will
prevent a cold engine from stalling.
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