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GETTING UNDERWAY
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As soon as each engine starts
− First check that water is discharged from the (by-pass) exhausts.
Lack of water flow indicates a malfunction. Stop the engine
immediately. Do not operate engines without correcting this problem.
Track the source of the malfunction and service or repair as indicated.
Request CATERPILLAR service assistance if necessary.
− For each engine, check the operation of:
a. Ammeters and voltage meters. Check that the alternators are
recharging the batteries. If the warning lights are OFF, the charging
system is operating correctly;
b. Engine oil pressure gauges;
c. Engine water temperature gauges;
d. Gearbox oil pressure.
− Run the engines at 1000 rpm maximum until the normal operating
temperature is reached.
− Check for abnormal noises or excessive smoke. In case of abnormal
noise or smoke, stop the engine(s) immediately and request service
assistance.
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DANGER
It is absolutely forbidden to perform reverse run with one of the two
engines stopped. This operation is allowed only in case of life danger
for the persons on board and for the safety of the yacht itself, however
when the engine is running it should not run higher than 1000 rpm.
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