Westerbeke Universal M3-20B User Manual

SCHEDULED
MAINTENANCE
Fuel Supply
Fuel/Waler Separator
Engine 011 Level
Coolant Level
Drive Belts
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
A WARNING: Never attempt to pertonn any service whIle the engine is
runnIng. Wear the proper safety equIpment such as goggles and gloves, and
use the correct tools tor each Job. DIsconnect the battery tennlnals when
servIcIng any of the engIne's DC electrical equIpment.
NOTE: Many of the following maintenance jobs are simple but others are more
difficult
and may require the expert knowledge of a service mechanic.
CHECK
HOURS OF OPERATION
EACH
EXPLANATION OF SCHEDULED
DAY 50 100
250
500
750 1000 1250 MAINTENANCE
0
Diesel No.2 rating of 45 cetane or higher.
0
Check for water and dirt in fuel (drain/replace filter
if necessal)').
0
Oil level should indicate between MAX. and LOW on
dipstick.
0
Check at recovel)' tank; if empty, check at manifold.
Add coolant if needed.
0
Inspect for proper tension (3/8" to 1/2" depression)
and adjust if needed. Check belt edges for wear.
Vlsuallnspectlon of Engine
0
NOTE: Please keep engine suiface clean.
Check for fuel, oil and water leaks. Inspect wiring
DirI and oil will inhibit the engine's ability
and electrical connections. Keep bolts & nuts tight.
to remain cool.
Check for loose belt tension.
Engine Throttle and
0
0
0
0 0
0
Check for loose fittings, cotter pins, etc.
Transmission Control Lubricate with WD-40 or equivalent.
Cables and Shutoff Levers
Adjust engine Idle Speed
0
Refer to page 10.
Fuel Filter
0 0 0
0
0
0
Initial change at 50 hrs, then change every 250 hrs.
Starting Batteries
0
EveI)' 50 operating hours check electrolyte levels
(and House Batteries) and make sure connections are vel)' tight. Clean off
excessive corrosion.
engine 011 and Filter
0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
Initial engine oil & filter change at 50 hrs., then
change both evel)' 100 hours.
'Torque Cylinder Head At engine overhaul or cylinder head overhaul.
Hold Down Bolts
Lubricate Panel Key
0
At first 100 hrs., then each year at winterizing.
Switch wllh "Lockeze"
Transmission Fluid
0 0 0
0
0
Initial fluid change at 50 hrs., then every 250 hrs.
or once a year.
Air Cleaner
0 0
0
0 0
Clean the filter and element.
Exhaust System
0 0 0
Initial check at 50 hrs .. then evel)' 500 hrs. Inspect
for leaks. Check siphon break operation. Check the
exhaust elbow for carbon and/or corrosion buildup
on inside passages; clean and replace as neces-
sal)'. Check that all connections are tight.
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Westerbeke Universal M3-20B Specifications

General

Brand	Westerbeke
Model	Universal M3-20B
Category	Engine
Language	English