INTRODUCTION
SERIAL
NUMBER
LOCATION
An identification nameplate that displays the engine model
number and engine serial number
is
mounted on the side
of
the
engine's manifold. Take the time to enter this information
on
the
blank decal provided below. This will provide a quick
reference when seeking technical information and/or ordering
parts.
• MODE'-
SPEC
SER.NO. •
UNDERSTANDING
THE
DIESEL
ENGINE
The diesel engine closely resembles the gasoline engine,
since the mechanism
is
essentially
the
same. The cylinders
are arranged above a closed crankcase; the crankshaft
is
of
the same general type as that
of
a gasoline engine, and the
diesel engine has the same types
of
valves, camshaft, pistons,
connecting rods and lubricating system.
To
a great extent, a diesel engine requires the same preven-
tive maintenance
as
a gasoline engine. Most important are
proper ventilation and proper maintenance
of
the fuel, lubri-
cating and cooling systems. Replacement
of
fuel and lubri-
cating filter elements
at
the time periods specified and
frequent checking
for
contamination (water, sediment, etc.)
in
the
fuel
system are essentiaL Also important
is
the consistent
usc
of
a brand
of
high detergent diesel lubrication
oil
designed specifically
for
diesel engines.
The diesel engine does differ from
the
gasoline engine, how-
ever,
in
its method
of
handling and firing
of
fuel. The carbu-
retor and ignition systems are done away with and
in
their
place
is
a single component (the
fuel
injection pump) which
pcrfonns the function
of
both.
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ORDERING
PARTS
Whenever replacement parts are needed, always provide the
engine model number and engine serial number
a,
they
appear
on
the
silver and black identification nameplate
located
on
the manifold.
You
must provide
us
with
this infor-
mation so we can identify your engine.
In
addition, include a
complete part description and part number
for
each part
needed (see the separately furnished
Parts Catalog). Also
insist upon UNIVERSAUWESTERBEKE packaged parts
because will
fit
or generic parts are frequently not made
to
the same specifications as original equipment.
SPARES
AND
ACCESSORIES.
Certain spares will be needed
to
support and maintain
your
UNIVERSAL marine engine. Your UNIVERSAU
WESTERBEKE dealer will assist you
in
preparing
an
on
board inventory
of
spare parts. See the UNIVERSAL SPARE
PARTS page
in
this manual for a suggested
list.
PROTECTING
YOUR
INVESTMENT
Care at
the
factory during assembly and thorough testing
have resulted
in
a UNIVERSAL diesel engine capable
of
many thousands
of
hours
of
dependable service. However the
manufacturer cannot control how
or
where the engine 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 sleps to ensure long engine bfe:
o Proper engine installation and alignment.
o An efficient well-designed exhaust system that includes
an anti-siphon break
to
prevent water from entering the
engine.
o Changing the engine oil and oil filters every
JOO
operating
hours.
o Proper maintenance
of
all
engine components according
to the maintenance schedule
in
this manual.
o Use clean. tiltered diesel fucl.
o Winterize your engine according to the LAY-UP AND
RECOMMISSIONING section
in
this manual.
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