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General Information
Welcome aboard
Thank you for choosing a Volvo Penta marine en-
gine. Volvo Penta have been building marine en-
gines since 1907. Quality, operating reliability and in-
novation have made Volvo Penta AB a world leader
in the marine engine industry.
As owner of a Volvo Penta marine engine we would
also like to welcome you to a worldwide network of
dealers and service workshops to assist you with
technical advice, service requirements and replace-
ment parts. Please contact your nearest authorized
Volvo Penta dealer for assistance.
We would like to wish you many pleasant voyages.
AB VOLVO PENTA
Technical Information
Running-in
When the engine is new, it should be run normally.
However, full loading should be avoided for more
than brief periods during the first ten hours of use.
Unnecessary idling of an unloaded engine should
always be avoided.
Check the instrumentation extra carefully during this
period so that any abnormal conditions may be dis-
covered in good time.
Check also that there are no leaks.
NOTE! With a new or reconditioned engine, the
valve clearance should first be checked after 150
hours of operation.
The oil and oil filter* in the Twin Disc reverse gear
should first be changed at this point too. Remove
and clean the reverse gear’s oil screen at the same
time. In the case of MPM reverse gears, the oil
screen should be cleaned after 10 and 50 hours of
operation, and the first oil and filter change* should
be made after 50 hours of operation.
The disengageable clutch should be checked more
often during the first few days. It may be necessary
to adjust it to compensate for wear to the laminate.
*Note! Only the TD MG507–1 and MG507A–1 with a trolling
valve have an oil filter, as does the MPM IRM 301A.
Fuel and lubricants
Only use lubricants and fuels recommended on page
20 or under “Technical Data”. Use of other qualities
can cause malfunctions and reduced service life.
Your new boat
Every new boat has it own special characteristics.
Even experienced boat owners are advised to note
carefully how the boat behaves at different speeds,
weather conditions and loads.
If your boat and engine combination permit high-
speed use, we strongly recommend that a safety
breaker is fitted, regardless of the type of boat. If
your boat is not fitted with a safety breaker contact
your Volvo Penta dealer who can assist you in se-
lecting one.
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