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Details precautions to prevent fire and explosion hazards related to the engine and fuel.
Outlines measures to prevent personal injury from moving parts and hazardous operations.
Advises on essential practices for the first 50 operating hours to ensure engine longevity and performance.
Lists the critical maintenance tasks to be performed after the initial 50 operating hours.
Details the step-by-step process for starting the engine, including pre-heating and control panel operations.
Provides instructions on how to safely stop the engine, both via the key switch and directly on the engine.
Details the procedure for checking the engine oil level, including proper boat positioning and topping up.
Explains how to check and top up the engine's coolant level, with warnings about hot systems.
Guides on inspecting and cleaning the raw water strainer to prevent overheating.
Describes how to drain water from the fuel filter and separator, including bleeding the system.
Provides instructions for changing the engine oil and oil filter, including safety precautions.
Guides on removing and installing a new fuel filter, with safety warnings.
Details the procedure for draining and refilling the gearbox with new oil.
Explains how to check and adjust valve clearance on a cold engine for various engine models.
Details how to inspect the V-belt for wear and tear, and check its tension.
Guides on inspecting the raw water pump, including impeller removal, inspection, and reinstallation.
Explains when and how to replace the engine coolant, including draining and filling procedures.
Provides instructions on how to replace the air filter, with warnings about using liquids and running without a filter.
Explains how to check and adjust engine speed (RPM) at full load and idling.
Describes when and how to clean the heat exchanger, identifying common causes of fouling.
Lists specific tasks for engine preparation, fuel system, raw water, and cooling system for winter storage.
Lists common engine faults and their potential causes and remedies.
Provides detailed technical specifications for various engine models, including general data, output, and fuel consumption.
Lists torque specifications for various screw connections on the engine for M2.13 to M4.55 SOLAS models.