Volvo Penta IPS - Gauges Overview

Gauges
These instruments
are sold as engine options by Volvo
Penta.
The tachometer displays engine speed; multiply the
value shown on the dial by 1,000 to get the number of
engine revolutions per minute.
Engine hours is displayed in the tachometer window.
When a function is activated a symbol shows shortly in
the dispaly.
1 Fuel level gauge
The fuel level gauge shows the quantity of remain-
ing fuel.
2 Voltmeter, battery charging
The meter shows the alternator charge current.
During operations the charge voltage should be
around 28 V. When the engine is stopped and elec-
trical power switched on the battery voltage should
be around 24 V.
3 Coolant temperature gauge
The instrument shows engine coolant temperature.
During operations coolant temperature should nor-
mally be between 75-90°C (167-194°F).
4 Oil pressure gauge
The oil pressure gauge displays engine oil pres-
sure. During operations the oil pressure gauge
should normally show 3-5.5 bar (43.5-79.8 PSI). At
idle, lower values are normal.
5 Rudder position indicator
The instrument shows rudder position.
6 Fresh water level sensor
Freshwater tank level gauge.
7 Alarm monitor
The alarm monitor gives a visual warning to call
attention to any alarms that occur.
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