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Beta Marine Beta 10 User Manual

Beta Marine Beta 10
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Heat Exchanger
& Keel Cooled
Small Diesel Engine Range: Beta 10,
Beta 14, Beta 16, Beta 20 & Beta 25
Heat Exchanger
& Keel Cooled
Small Diesel Engine Range: Beta 10,
Beta 14, Beta 16, Beta 20 & Beta 25
Operator’s
Maintenance
Manual
Operator’s
Main
tenance
Manual
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Beta Marine Beta 10 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Engine TypeDiesel
Power Output10 hp
Cylinders2
Cooling SystemHeat exchanger
Rated Speed3600 rpm
Fuel SystemIndirect injection
Maximum Output10 hp (7.4 kW)
Fuel Consumption1.5 L/h at maximum power

Summary

Introduction to Beta Marine Engines

Engine Identification Overview

Information on identifying engine via WOC number and serial number.

Essential Safety Precautions

Power Take Off Area Safety

Guarding rotating parts and shafts to prevent injury.

Fuel and Exhaust System Safety

Precautions for fuel lines, connections, and hot exhaust gases.

Beta Marine Engine Technical Specifications

Engine Dimensions and Performance Data

Details on cylinder, bore, stroke, power output, and torque.

Installation Guidelines and Recommendations

Engine Mounting and Installation Angles

Engine and Shaft Alignment

Angular Alignment Procedure

Steps for achieving correct angular alignment between engine and shaft.

Parallel Alignment Procedure

Steps for achieving correct parallel alignment between engine and shaft.

Exhaust Systems

Standard Wet Exhaust Installation

Guidance on preventing hydraulic lock in wet exhaust systems.

Sea Water Inlet for Heat Exchanger Cooled Engines

Fuel Supply and Leak Off System

Fuel System Connections and Components

Details on fuel tank, filter, pump, and leak-off connections.

Fuel System Safety and Installation Notes

Critical safety advice for fuel system installation and maintenance.

Electrical Installations and Battery Considerations

Battery Types and Ratings

Battery Cable Sizing and Installation

Cable Sizing for Voltage Drop

Importance of cable size for minimizing voltage drop to the starter.

Guidelines for Engine Operation

Pre-Start Checks and Fuel System Bleeding

Essential checks before initial start-up and bleeding the fuel system.

Normal Engine Starting Procedures

Electrical Fault Finding for Post-2005 Engines

Engine Stopping Procedures

Standard Engine Stop Method

How to stop the engine using the stop solenoid.

Maintenance Schedule and Intervals

Regular Service Intervals

Tasks for 150, 250, and 750-hour service intervals.

Lubricating Oils and Engine Oil Level

Engine Oil Specifications and Viscosity

Recommended API classification and SAE viscosity grades for engine oil.

Checking Engine Oil Level

Correct procedure for checking and topping up engine oil.

Engine Oil Changing Procedure

Engine Oil Change Steps

Step-by-step guide for draining and refilling engine oil.

Fuel System Components and Maintenance

Fuel Filter Replacement Procedure

Steps for replacing the spin-on fuel filter.

Heat Exchanger Cooling System

Sea Water Pump and Cooling System Maintenance

Impeller Inspection and Replacement

Procedure for checking and replacing the sea water pump impeller.

Belt Tension Adjustment and Checks

Belt Tension Check Procedure

How to check belt tension by measuring depression.

Electrical Maintenance and General Upkeep

Winterising and Laying Up Procedures

Engine Winterising Steps

Protecting the engine cooling and fuel systems for winter.

Engine Troubleshooting Guide

Troubleshooting Engine Start Issues

Solutions for when the engine won't start or cranks slowly.

Engine Overheating Diagnosis

Electrical Fault Finding for All Lamp Panels

Spanner Torque Settings

Quick Reference Parts List

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