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General| Brand | Westerbeke |
|---|---|
| Model | W-27 |
| Category | Engine |
| Language | English |
Warning regarding engine exhaust causing cancer, birth defects, and reproductive harm as per California law.
Information on Carbon Monoxide dangers, symptoms of exposure, and immediate safety actions required.
Guidelines for safe operation, including oil, fuel, water, and starter motor usage.
Critical safety measures for engine operation, maintenance, and handling of hot parts.
Description and usage guide for the engine's instrument panel gauges and indicators.
Steps for starting the engine, monitoring its operation, and performing necessary warm-up procedures.
Instructions on how to properly stop the engine and turn off the starter switch.
General advice for normal and cold-weather starting, and initial engine operation guidelines.
Important checks and observations during engine operation, including oil pressure and exhaust gas characteristics.
Detailed guidance on engine oil selection, viscosity, oil pressure monitoring, and oil change procedures.
Proper use of #2 diesel fuel, fuel tank maintenance, and fuel filter installation advice.
Procedure for replacing the oil filter and fuel lift pump filter elements, including notes on aftermarket parts.
Exploded view of the fuel system and a list of recommended spare parts to carry onboard.
Guidance on selecting suitable cooling water, the use of antifreeze, and system cleaning.
Data table for antifreeze concentration based on temperature and recommendations for year-round use.
Instructions for checking and adjusting alternator belt tension, with warnings about improper tension.
Daily checks before use: oil level, coolant, fuel, gauges, loose parts, and exhaust.
Maintenance tasks required after the first 50 hours of operation, including oil, filter, and coolant renewal.
Routine maintenance tasks recommended every 100 hours of operation, including oil and filter replacement.
Maintenance tasks for every 200 hours: fuel filter elements and cartridge type filters replacement.
Maintenance tasks for every 400 hours: fuel tank cleaning, valve clearance, electrical components check.
Maintenance tasks for every 800 hours: checking engine nozzles for injection timing and conditions.
Procedure for checking cylinder compression pressure and acceptable limits for engine models.
Guidance on fuel injection adjustment for severe idling vibration, recommending authorized service.
Common problems and remedies when the engine fails to start, covering electrical and fuel issues.
Causes and solutions for the engine stalling during operation, related to fuel and air systems.
Issues related to oil pressure: shortage, leaks through connections, and defective oil pressure switches.
Causes and remedies for engine overheating due to cooling water shortage, leaks, or belt issues.
Reasons for a low battery charge: belt tension, wiring, alternator, or battery faults, and their fixes.
Key engine specs: valve clearance, compression, oil capacity, firing order, injection timing/pressure.
Cooling water capacity for each engine model (W13, W21, W27, W33).
