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Our joint responsibility
Volvo Penta continually commits a considerable part
of its development resources towards minimizing the
environmental impact of its products. Examples of ar-
eas where we are always looking for improvements
are exhaust emissions, noise levels and fuel con-
sumption.
Regardless of whether your Volvo Penta engine is
installed in a boat used for pleasure or in commercial
operation, incorrect operation or improper mainte-
nance of the engine will result in disturbance or dam-
age to the environment.
In this instruction book there are a number of service
procedures, which, if not followed will lead to a dete-
rioration of engine characteristics with regard to how
it effects the environment, its service life and cost of
operation. Always follow the recommended service
intervals and make a habit of checking that the en-
gine is operating normally every time you use it. One
example is excessively smoky exhaust. Contact an
authorized Volvo Penta workshop if you cannot cor-
rect the fault yourself.
Bear in mind that most of the chemicals used around
boats are harmful to the environment if used incor-
rectly. Volvo Penta recommends the use of bio-de-
gradable degreasing agents for all cleaning. Always
dispose of engine and transmission oil waste, old
paint, degreasing agents and cleaning residue etc. at
proper disposal areas so they do not harm the envi-
ronment.
Adapt speed and distance during your boat trips so
that swell and noise generated by the boat do not
disturb or harm wildlife, moored boats, landing stag-
es etc. Wherever you land or cruise, please show
consideration and always leave the areas you visit as
you would like to find them yourself.
Spare parts
Warning! The components in the electrical
system and in the fuel system on Volvo Penta
products are designed and manufactured to
minimize risks of fire and explosion.
Using parts that are not Original Volvo Penta
parts which do not correspond to the demands
above, can result in fire or explosion on board.
Any type of damage which is the result of using
replacement parts that are not original Volvo
Penta replacement parts for the product in
question will not be covered under any warran-
ty or guarantee provided by AB Volvo Penta.
Safety
Everyone wants and expects to have a problem-free
and pleasant time when they take their boat out. To
help you do this we have provided a pre-journey
check-list below, which can of course be added to
according personal experience. A major area is natu-
rally the engine, its equipment and that the boat in
general is properly maintained.
Planning your trip
– Get out up-to-date charts for the route planned.
– Calculate distance and fuel consumption.
– Note down if there are fuel points on your planned
course.
– Tell friends or relatives about your trip plans.
Boat equipment
– Rescue and emergency items such as lifevests
and signal rockets. Does everyone know where
they are?
– Spare parts on board, for example Kit with water
pump impeller etc.
– TAMD72P with Twin Disc reverse gear with elec-
tronic gear shifting:
Check that the plug for emergency operation
(manual engagement) of the reverse gear is kept
on board (the plug is delivered with the reverse
gear). See page 26.
– Proper tools for the equipment.
– Fire extinguisher (checked and charged).
Warranty and guarantee
A Service and Warranty book with conditions for
Volvo Penta’s International Limited Warranty is sup-
plied with every engine. Contact your nearest Volvo
Penta dealer or importer for your copy if you have
not received one.
Some markets can have other warranty conditions
depending on national legislation and regulations.
These conditions are provided by the Volvo Penta
importer or distributor for the market in question. If
you wish to have a copy of the conditions please
contact your local Volvo Penta representative.
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