orange to reveal
where the trouble has occured and the display will text
message what
Examples:
Failure
Coplan:!
is
oran'ge
has
happened.
Light
is red.
Teniperatu.re
..
Light
,..-------"
High Engine Temp.
ECU
Reset
to
Restart'
and
the
Battery Voltage,
13.5 VDC
0
,.
Engine Hours
3.8
HOURS
,
AC
Phase Voltage
A120V
'B
120V'
AC
Phase Voltage'
AB
:lilO
.'
'BC,378V, ,
CA380,V
SCROLL
To
stop
the continuing sequence, press the SCROLL LOCK
button, This enables
for
any
length of
corner.
Use
functions.
button
again.'
0
vO
"Ii'"
o
LOCK
the
To
resume
.....
time.
up
Oil Pressure . ,
I
30
5.CROLl
SC~OlL
2ml
.~
~D~
SCROLL
3.1
:B1\R'
0,
0 .6,9
0
120V
'
AC
Frequency
60,1Hz
At
LineVoltage
0
"40
PSI-'
,11m
SCROLL
SCROLL
St;RO~~
, Ac Line Voltage
',or
..
SCROLL
the
and
AB380\fr'
600
i
BC378V':
600
I.
CA380V
operator
The
word
to
LOCK
down arrows
"'
.......
o
".
,"LOCK
monitor a single function
will
appear
to
find
and observe other
scrolling, press the SCROLL LOCK
'~
I
100
i
2cio
;!
'-'~oo
'
I
m
_
..
'600
i
::r
.,
"
600
in
i
"
,the
1\l'
¢
WESTERBEKE
Eng~nes,
& Generators
Oil Pressure
,
Failure
Light
is
red.
Oil
Pressure
Light
is
or~nge.
When a failure occurs, refer
wirlog
diagram,
and
general operating text
Low
Resel
ECU
to
Restart
to
the troubleshooting chart,
in
this
assist in solving the trouble.
There are
displayed but
many
combinations of messages that can be
they
are
all self explanatory and the operator
can easily isolate and correct the problem should
Before
r.,.s!artin&,
the generator, the 20
amp
DC
breaker l"ust be r'f.sekWith lhe problem corrected
generator'started, the'sequences will begin cycling
NOTE:
Three
phase voltages will vary
output configuration
, ,
'
of
the
generator.
d,epending.on
Controi
and
are
.
manual
011e
circili~
Box
Frequency
on
the
to
occur.
.
an~'-the
again.
the
AC
Components
Adjustments
following
page.
t
6A
DIGITAL
CONTROL
BOX
FREQUENCY
Frequency
engine
The
ECU
signal
from
over
the
signal
as
shouid
a
frequency
The
red
frequency
display
NOTE:
If
same fault
frequency LED will BliNK.
WHEN
.
FREQUENCY
ON
BOARD
...
ON
FAULT
is
displayed
is
running in 'RPMandfrequency
is
receiving a
the
MPU
flywheel
both
RPM
. . ".
this
signal
fault shut
failure
LED
LED
screen
will
the unit shuts down
"overspeed" will show
CHANGING
THE
CONTROL
MUST
FOR
50
HZ
which
ring
and
vary
on
will
tum
show
THE
(50160
HZ)
PANEL
BE
SWITCHED:
AND
OFF
on
low
gear
hertz.
approximately
down
the
from
the
GENERATORS
SWITCH
FOR
the
LCD
display
screen
(hertz).
AC
voltage
signal
and
is
positioned
teeth.
The
will
occur,
display
green
fault
for
an underspeed condition, the
#1
ECU
60
HZ.
on
the
ECU
interprets
2%
eit\ler
initiated
panel.
will
illuminate,
to
amber
text
"overspeed".
on
the screen but the
and
while
the
hertz
bellhousing
this
up
or
down,
by
the
ECU.
the
the
LCD
GENERATOR
CAUTION:
the ECU,
box. Tum it back on
NOTE:
If the unit shuts down
same fault
. frequency LED will BliNK.
1.
T\lm
FREQUENCY
When changing the generator frequency setting
tum
off
the 20 amp DC circuit breaker on the control
tifter the setting has been changed
"overspeed" will show on the screen but the
the
DC
breaker
on
position.
2.
Open
the
cover
of
the
(EI.,tronic
3.
Locate
.position
See
control
4.
Replace
and
engine/generator
the
that
the
illustration
box.
the
start the
Control
#1
dipswitch
corresponds
below
control
unit.
Monitor
is
Unit).
box
operating
fn,quency.
ADJUSTMENT
for
an
underspeed condition, the
the
control
panel
control
box
and
view
on
the
ECU
and
to
the
Herl2
operation
showing
cover,
the
the
ECU
tum
the
DC
frequency
is operating
(HERTZ)
to
the
OFF
the
ECU
move
it
to
desired).
in
the
breaker
that the
at
ON
ihe correct
on
the
CONTROL
INTERNAL
CAUTION
generator:S
This
normal.seasonal
to
NOTE:
BOX
(WESTERLINK
starting
can
be
as
the
generator
Keep
CoM!PoNiENTS
much
use.
with a NMEA-2009
in
mind
or
NMEA-2DDO):
battery
when.th~.unit
as
72
amp-hours
However.
that
the
Westerbeke
if
the
system or
The
electronic components
is
in
a static state.
in a months.
generator
generator
time
set
shut
is
not
off
the
maybe
in
the
This
with
no
g~nerator
to
be
usedfor a number ojmonths,
DC
breaker
the DC
~
Digital Diesels
maybe
as much
use.
qn
the
power
supply for
WESTERBEKE
Engines & Generators
~~~;AMPDC
BREAKER
as
50
It
is
not necessary
generator's
the
draw a very
milli-ampsfor
control
vessel's
to
be
such
as
winter
boxfor a
NMEA-2000
small
amount
the
system
concerned
storage,
WESTERLlNK
network.
ECU
with this slight
NOTE:
DURING
OF
THE
CAUSED
AND
NO
of
amperage (milli-amps)jrom
and
SO
it
is
best
system. .
OPERATION
LCD
DISPLAY
BY
HEAT.
CAUSE
milli-ampsjor each
to
THIS
FOR
amperage
disconnect
THE
VARY.
IS
NORMAL
the
display.
during
DC power
COLOR
MAY
CONCERN.
draw
the
7
DESCRIPTION
A remote panel
stopped
connecting harnesses
of
these
NOTE:
For
WESTERBEKE
and
started
can
be
additional
3'1/4"
is
availa\>le
from
combined
dealer.
,"'.:)0""1111
that
allows
any
location
come
in
three
for a maximum
injonnation,
REMOTE
AND
EXTENSION
the
generator
on
the boat.
different
contact
lengths
run
your
at 75'
local
STOP/START
HARNESSES
to
be
The
and
two
(22.17M).
PANEL
;6"
(152.4MMI
CONNECTING
CABl.ES
15'
(4.75M)
30'
(9.1M)
60'
(18.2M)
EXTENSION
PN
052959
PN
052789
PN
052960
PN
052560
.
Note:
These
two
dimensions
are
the
measurement
of
the
cut -out
opening.
-...v
WESTERBEKE
Engines & Generators
8
PREPARATIONS
FOR
INITIAL
STARTUP
PRESTART
This
preparation,
and
stopping
for
the
generator
life.
Before
prolonged
o
Check
the
o
Check
bowls
o
Check
and
battery
negative
(this
o
Check
and
o
Visually
parts,
threaded
o
Check
wiring
o
Examine
o
Be
load
o
Be
the
system
connected
3-phase
the
o
Make
o
Make
INSPECTION
section
of the
initial
procedures. Follow the
conditions
set
will give reliable performance
starting
your generator set
layoff,
the
engine oilleve!. Add
high
mark
the
fuel
for
contaminant's.
the
DC
battery
cable
cable
(-)
cable
location
the
coolant
at
the
manifold.
examine
disconnected
connections.
load leads
diagrams.
air inlet
sure
no
other
lines.
sure
that in
neutral
is
requires,
to
systems
wrong
line-to-neutral voltage
sure the
sure
that the generator is
manual
starting,
indicated
check
the
on
the
dipstick.
supply
and examine
electrical
connections.
is
connected
is
connected
is
tagged).
level
the
unit. Look
wires,
for
correct connection
and
outlet for air
generator
power
systems
properly
and
that generator
the
load
neutral. In single
an
incomplete
mounting
provides the
break-in,
and your
following
system. Inspect
in both the
grounded (or
installation
starting
procedures
WESTERBEKE
for-the
oil
Make
to
the
starter
to
the
for
unattached
or
utility
with a neutral
or
open
on
properly
operator
items:
to
the
certaiil
engine
plastic
loose
flow
power
ungrounded)
neutral
unbalanced
is
with
(wann
or
cold)
as
presented
and
long
service
rust
time
or
after
a
maintain
hoses,
the
level
at
fuel
filter/separator
wire
connections
the (+)
solenoid
as
obstructio~s
phase
neutral
secure.
and
ground
recovery
or
missing
and
check
specified
is
connected
line
is
properly
and
can
loads.
grounded.
the
stud
tank
in
.
..
that
as
the
some
supply
the
to
GENERATOR
The
however,
60
50
The
however
adjusted
VOLTAGE
actual
load
to
authorized
PLASTIC
A
CAUTION:
recommended
be
switched
and,
in
cold
will
prevenr'dllmau.B.Caused
of/he
AC
stalling.
When
starting
that
all
AC
OFF
until
the
climlltes,
machliJiJiJt~f1d
;
starts
..
VOLTAGE
speed
of
the
generator
iUs advisable
Hz
Hz
speed
it
to
service
to
be
suitable
RECOVERY
The
At
rated
59.5
The
At
rated
49.5
of
fue-generator
is
advisable
optimum
ADJUSTMENT
attest
used
iii
v;a''EluiSesllianRdif~auK.lt~seems
'"
,"M'L_""'"
engine
amperage,
- 60.0
engine
amperage,
- 50.0
values
load
service.
to
no-load
Hz.
no-load
Hz.
to
the
loads,
especially
engine
has
to
warm
by
unanticipated
will
prevent a cold
engine
is
verify.
speed
hertz output
speed
hertz output
engine
is
verify.
The voltages
no-load
in
this
manual).
of
the
same power
If
the
voltage
evident,
generator,
come
up.
it
large
up
to
This
precaution
is
motors,
speed
operation
engine
from
adjusted
~djusted
and
is
is
at
set
at
may
set
at
may
full
load
If
factor
cannot
contact
the
factory,
. -
61.0
- 60.5 Hz.
decrease
50.0
- 50.3 Hz.
decrease
at
the
factory,-
are
easily
(refer to
possible,
as
be
adjusted
your
apply
the
eH.''''H.CAP
to
to
GLOW
CONNECTION
SIDE
Engines & Generators
9
OIL
CAP
Oil
CAP
DESCRIPTION
Although your engine
hour
of
test operations
assembly
operated
life of
operated
Breaki1)g-in a new
piston
and
glazed
engine during
Your
conditioning operation
to
Perfonn
following:
Start
section.
water
procedures
properly, a break-in
your
engine
and
serviced
rings
to the
smoky
operation
or
scored,
new
engine
maximize
this
the
Run
pump,
the
conditioning
engine
the
oil
is
engine
cylinder
which
the
break-in
requires
perfonnance
according
engine
pressure,
GENERATOR
has
experienced a minimum of
at
the
factory
to
make
were
followed
dependent
during
basically
walls.
indicate
is
caused
period.
approximately
to
break in
carefully,
to
while
battery
and
that
time
is
required.
upon
how
its
initial hours of
involves
Excessive
that the cylinder walls
by
overloading the
50
each
moving
and
service life of the
keeping
the
STARTING
checking
that
charging)
one
sure
accurate
the
engine
The
service
the
engine
is
use.
seating the
oil
consumption
are
hours of initial
part in
engine.
in
mind
the
PROCEDURE
all systems
are
functioning.
BREAK-IN
order
PROCEDURE
After
the
first
can
be
increased
cally
vary
the
Avoid
overload
exhaust
the
the
rpm
Hertz),
current
NOTE:
with
current
being
generator's
to
produce
control
drawn
Be
aware
draw
required
draw
can
be 3 to 5 times
GENERATOR
GENERATOR
Once
the
generator has been placed into operation
(commissioned),
(raw
generator:~
no-load
INFORMATION.
10
hours of
to
the
generator's operation, llie load
the full-load rated output, then periodi-
load.
at
all
times.
An overload
reduced output
drawn
rating.
60
hertz
of
the generator's break-in
from
the
of
motor
for starting
voltage
from
Since
the
(or
at
generator.
starting
motors.
the
1500
rionnal
INFORMATION
generator operates at 1800
is
and
frequency.
generator
rpm
to
loads
and
This
starting.
running
in
this
manual.
signaled by smoky
and
produce 50
is
amperage.
ADJUSTMENTS
there
maybe
the
need to adjust
AC
voltage
output. See
Monitor
keep it within
governed by the
the
high current
amperage
'See
the
GENERATOR
AFTER
Once
tion
between
CHECK
Follow
•
•
•
•
•
•
START-UP
the
generator
and
then
encourage a
20%
and
LIST
this
check list
Check
that all
in
the
off position
Record
the hourrneter
relate
to
the
Any
deficiency
be
corrected before
Visually
Check
Check
Check
inspect
the
oil level
the coolant
your fuel
60%
generator
maintenance
• Check the starting
• Check drive belts
CHECK
•
WITH
Check
for abnonnal
blow-back
THE
sounds.
• Confinn exhaust
When
the engine
When
the engine
When
the engine
has
been
of
each
before
or
problems
start
the
engine
(dipstick).
level
supply.
batteries
for
ENGINE
noise
smoke:
is
cold
is
warm
is
overloaded -
started, check for proper
fast
warm-up.
full-load
day
before
for
starting
Run
the
first
circuit breakers (power
starting.
reading
in your
log
schedule.)
in
the following items must
up.
for
fuel,
oil,
or
in the coolant recovery
(weeldy).
wear
and proper tension
RUNNING.
such
as
knocking,
- White
- almost
Smoke.
Smokeless.
some
Black
opera-
.the
generator
10 hours.
THE
your
generator.
panel)
(engine
hours
water leaks.
tank.
(weeldy).
vibrating
Smoke.
DAILY
ROUTINE
NOTE:
This
is
reached
are
A
periods
generator.
STOPPING
Remove
the
temperatore,
generator
safety
CAUTION
Digital Diesels draw a very small
the
maybe
and
jor
with
amperage
set
best
system
,
WESTERLINK
NOTE:
supply for
Some
unstable
condition
and
CAUTION:
of
time
THE
the
AC
generator
then
is
shutdown,
running
should
abate
loads
are
applied.
Do
not
operate
without a load
GENERATOR
loads from
to
run for
tom
3-5
the
close
key
as
the
minutes to stabilize
precaution.
{WE~;YERLINK
generator's starting battery
as
much
each
display.
no
generator
draw
is
not
to
be
to
disconnect
or
shut
Keep
in
the
Dr
NMEA~20IiO}:
as
50
milli-amps for
This
can
be
use.
during
used
the DC power
off the DC breaker
system.
mind
yessel's
as
It is
not
normal seasonal
for a
number
that
the
Westerbeke
NMEA-2000
when
much
necessary
may
occur
in
normal
operating
the
generator
being
placed
generator
to
the off
one
position.
down all circuit
The
amount
of
to
-~ieci~nic
of
amperage (milli-amps)
the
unit
is
the
as
months,
the
on
the
network.
in
system
ECU
72
amp~hours
to
be concerned with this slight
use.
However,
such
generator
generator's
generator
a cold
engine.
temperature
for
long
on
the
at
a time.Allow
the
operating
Once
the
breakers
components
a static
and
as winter storage, it is
with a NMEA-2000
control
maybe
as
a
in
This
months
box/or
DC power
from
time
a
state.
50 milli-amps
in
a
if the generator
the
the
,..yo
WESTERBEKE
Engines & Generators
-fO
SAFETY
SHUTDOWN
SWITCHES
....
",'
_<lno.
ENGINE
BLOCK
SAFETY
The
switches. Should
before
SHUTDOWN
"ENGINE"
correcting
is
shutdown
the
screen.
The
following
switches.
HIGH
EXHAUST
An exhaust
injected exhaust
will
open
the
switch
supply of raw water
mixing
contact
HIGH
TEMPERATURE
SWITCH
is a
TEMPERATURE
temperature
elbow.
and signal
sense
a high
elbow).
resets
at
'V"""
•.
This
approximately
T--
SWITCHES
protected
occur,
cause
as
description
switch
Normally
the
ECU
exhaust
causes
a high
switch
opens
by
four
do
shown
of
these
SWITCH
is
located
closed
(shutting
temperature
exhaust
at
19soF
EXHAUST
automatic
not attempt
on
the
LCD
automatic
on
the
contacts,
off the
(an
temperature
270°F
(ISI°C).
(126°C).
ELBOW
shutdown
to
restart
Display
shutdown
water
this
switch
engine)
inadequate
This
should
in
this
OIL
PRESSURE
An
oil
pressure
engine.
as
screen.
pressure.
ECu.
down:
this
to
It
The
It
will
Engine
occur.
sensor
is
sends a voltage
Should
this
ECU
will
open
then
display
oil
pressure
mounted
signal
signal
fall
the
K2
the
fault on the
dropping
OIL
PRESSURE
on
the oil manifold for the
to
the
ECU that is interpreted
below a set
run
relay shutting the unit
10 -15
LCD
psi
point in
Display
will cause
the
ENGINE
The generator's DC
panel
(20
. overload anywhere in
wiring
be
DC
CIRCUIT
mounted
amps
will
generator will shut
position indicating
off.
The
should
occur,
After
repairing the
generator.
manually
DC). Excessive current
cause
DC
circuit
check
BREAKER
the
down.
this
fault,
CONTROL
PANEL
CAUTION:
components,
When
tum off
servicing
electrical
breaker
and
circuit
is
protected
resetable
the
control
The breaker
fault
on
the
repair the
reset the breaker aud restart
the
20A
to
trip. In
and
the
uuit
20
CIRCUIT
or
rep/acing
DC
rocker
draw
or
panel
wiring
this
will
LCD
will
be inoperative
source
. 8
AMP
FUSE/CONTROL
.
PANEL
AMPS
DC
BREAKER
DC
circuit
by a control
type
circuit breaker
DC
electrical
or
event
trip
to
Display
of
the
problem
breaker.
engine
the
the
off
screen
If
the
this
..
will
AIR
BLeED
PETI:OClI,
ANTIFREEZE
An
antifreeze
thermostat housing base.,
ECU
nal reach a
condition
ting
the unit
play
temperature reach
COOLANT
coolant temperature sensor is
that it interprets
set
point
existing.
down
screen.
This
will
TE.MPERATURE
as
where
The
and
happen
approximately
This
sends
temperature.
the
ECU
ECU
will
displaying
should
SENSOR
an
electrical
Should
interprets
open the
the fault
the
21O"F
(99°C).
THERMOSTAT
ASSEMBLY
located
in the
signal
the
voltage
an
overheat
K2
run
relay
on
the
LCD
antifreeze
coolant
to
sig-
shut-
dis-
the
EngInes & Generators
11
BREAK-IN
PROCEDURE/DAILY
OPERATION
BREAK-IN
After
then
and
20%
A
tor
After
can
be
vary
Avoid
smoky
Monitor
it
within
NOTE:
drawn
can
be
INFORMATION
CHECK
Follow
o
Record
relate
o
visually
o .
o
o
o
blowby
o
o
PRQCEDURE
the
generator
encourage a fast
to
60%
of
CAUTION:
by
running
the
first
10
increased
the
load.
overload
exhaust
the
current
the
generators'
Be
aware
required
forstarling
3to 5
limes
LIST
this
check
the
to
the
inspect
Check
the
oil
Check
your
Check
the
starting
Check
for
abnorrnallloise
sounds.
Confirm
When
When
When
Make
from
exhaust
the
the
the
sure
the
engine
engine
engine
exhaust
has
been
warm-up.
full
load
for
the
00
not
attempt
without a load.
hours
of
the
to
the
full-load
at
all
times.
An
with
reduced
being
drawn
rating.
oj
motor
starti~g
motors.
normal
running
in
this
manual.
list
each
day
hourmeter
maintenance
level
diesel
the
reading
schedule).
the
engine
(dipstick).
fuel
supply.
batteries
smoke:
is
cold -White
is
warm -almost
is
overloaded -some
cooling
water
outlet.
started,
check
Run
first
10
to
generators'
rated
overload
output
voltage
from
loads
This
amperage.
before
starting
in
your
for
fuel,
(weekly).
such
as
knocking,
Smoke.
is
discharging
for
proper
the
generator.
hours.
break-in
output;
the
and
starling
oil
Smokeless.
your
operation,
then
is
signaled
and
generator
the
high
amperage
See
your
log
(engine
or
water
vibration
Black
properly,
NOTE:
operation.
between
genera-
maintenance
NOTE:
condition
reached
A
long
the
the
load
periodically.
.
by
a
frequency.
and
keep
cu;.;..~t
drawn
GENERATOR
.
generator.
hours
leaks:
and
Smoke.
outboard
generaW.
STOPPING
Remove
generator
ahrre,
GENERATOR
onc~'the:generator
governor
engine's
ENGINE
ADJUSTMENTS. A no-load
required
(see
GENERAlVR
*
MANUAL
Should
function to
inariti~Ls~\!tdp\vn
above-the.siae,oilfill.
,
until
the
schedule
should
loads
the
AC
to
run
press
-- -
first
20
unstable
abate
are
00
of
time
THE
GENERATOR*
loads
for
3-5
the
STOP
After
Some
and
CAUTION:
periods
then
ADJUSTMENTS
has
acljustffients
break-in
in
period
SPEED
(HERTZ)
conjunction
INFORMATION).
eNGINE
the
;to;;
button
stop.
the
lever locatedon
the'engines
coines
hours
of
generator
for
the
20
-hour
running
applied.
from
required
may
occur
as
normal
operating
not
operate
without a load
the
generator
minutes
been
with
to
stabilize
button;
shutdown
placed
for
engine
(first
50
hours)
ADJUSTMENT)
voltage
the
engine's
SHUT-PFF
ori
the
control
engine,
the
engine
Simply
hold
to a complete
operation,
service
check.
in a cold
temperature
the
generator
being
one
the
in
operation,
speed
or
after
under,ENGINE
adjustment
speed
panel fail in its
is equipped
the
erigine
down
the
stop.
engine.
for
placed
at a time.
operating
is
automatic.
there
(bertz)
this
period
may
adjustment
blqckjust
lever
check
the
This
is
on
Allow
temper-
may
be
during
(see
also
be
normal
with
a
toiheleft
the
lhe
.
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.
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Engiries & Generators
..
·113
.
.
SHUT·DOWNLEVER . SIDE
Olt
FILl.
A
WARNING:
running.
use
the
correct
servicing
NOTE:
Many
difficult
and may
MAINTENANCE
Never
Wear
any
of
the
attempt
the
proper
tools
fo;
of
the
engine's
following maintenance jobs
require
the
safety
each
DC
expert
to
perform
eqnipment
job.
Disconnect
electrical
knowledge
SCHEDULE
any
service
such
the
equipment.
are
of
a service
while
the
as
goggles
battery
and
terminals
simple but others
mechanic.
engine
gloves,
are
is
and
when
more
SCHEDULED
MAINTENANCE
Fuel
Supply
Fuel/Water
Engine
Coolant
Drive
Visual
Fuel
Starting
(and
Engine
Generator
Heat
Fuel/Water
Exhaust
Engine
Separator
Oil
Level
Level
Belts
Inspection
Fllter~nlel
House
Exchanger
Batteries
Batteries)
Oil
(and
Separator
System
Hoses
Filler
filler)
Zinc
of
Engine
Anode
CHECK
EACH
DAY
0
0
0
0
0
weekly
0
0
weekly
HOURS
OF
OPERATION
50
100
250
500
750
1000
NOTE:
Please
keep
engine
surface
clean.
and
oil
will
inhibit
the
engine's
ability
to
remain
cool
0 0
0 0 0
0 0 0 0 0 0 0
0 0 0 0 0 0 0
0 0 0 0 0 0
0
0 0
0
0
0 0 0
0 0
0 0 0 0 0 0
1250
Dirt
0
Diesel
No.2
Check
for
if
necessary).
011
level
should
dipstick.
Check
at
recovery
Add
coolant
Inspect
for
and
adjust
Check
for
and
electrical
Check
for
Initial
change
Every
50
and
make
excessive
Initial
engine
change
both
Check
that
with
no
chafing.
for
additional
Inspect
zinc
exchanger
Change
the
Initial
check
for
leaks.
the
exhaust
buildup
on
necessary.
Hose
should
spongy.
EXPLANATION
rating
water
indicate
if
needed.
proper
if
needed.
fuel,
oil
connections.
loose
at
operating
sure
connections
corrosion.
oil & filter
every
AC
connections
information.
anode,
end
filter
at
50
Check
elbow
inside
Check
be
Check
OF
MAINTENANCE
of
45
cetane
and
dirt
in
fuel
between
tank;
if
empty,
tension
(3/8"
Check
and
water
belt
tension.
50
hrs,
then
hours
check
change
100
hours.
See
GENERATOR
replace
of
zinc
anode
and/or
drain
hrs.,
then'
anti-siphon
for
carbon
passages;
that
all
connections
hard & tight.
and
tighten
SCHEDULED
or
higher.
(drain/replace
MAX.
and
check
at
to
1/2"
deflection)
belt
edges
for
leaks.
Inspect
Keep
bolts & nuts
change
every
electrolyte
are
very
tight.
at
50
hrs.,
are
clean
and
SECTION
If
needed,
clear
debris.
water
every
every
250
hrs.
valve
operation.
and/or
corrosion
clean
and
replace
are
Replace
if
all
hose
clamps.
filter
LOW
manifold.
wear.
wiring
tight.
250
hrs.
levels
Clean
off
then
secure
the
heat
200
hrs.
Inspect
Check
as
tight.
soft
or
on
.
Engines & Generators
12
NOTE:
Use
engine
hours
MAINTENANCE
the
engine
hour
meter
gauge
to
by
running
time.
SCHEDULE
log
your
engine
hours
or
.
record
your
SCHEDULED
MAINTENANCE
Raw
Water
Pump
At
750
operating
disassenible
overhaul.
Raw
Air
Coolant
Electric
DC
;
-Fuel
and
Water
Pump
Inlet
Filter
System
Fuel
Alternator
Injectors
"
,-Starter
Motor
-Preheat
-Engine
Circuit
Cylinder
Compression
-Torque
Cylinder
Hold-down
-
Adjustlhe
-Heat
Exchanger
hours,
inspect
Lift
bolls
Valve
Pump
for
Drive
,
Head
Clearances
CHECK
EACH
DAY
HOURS
OF
OPERATION
100
50
250
0
500
750
1000 1250
0 0
0 0
0
0 0
0
'0
0
0
0
0 0
0 0
0
0 0
0 0
0 0
0 0 0
0 0 0
0 0
0
0
0
0
EXPLANATION
Remove
the
impeller,
Inspect
seal
should
Remove
slot
housing
or
oil
turn,
for
wear.
Inspect
every
Replace
Drain,
flush,
cam,
leaks.
pump
as
needed.
appropriate
various
COOling
Periodically
inspect
the
Check
DC
charge
bracket;
tighten
Check
and
adjust
spray
condition
Check
solenoid
and
lubricate.
pinion
drive.
Check
operation
clean
glow
Reinstall
Check
At
Adjust
with
compression
(see
Engine
first
50
(see
ENGINE
Valve
(see
ENGINE
Remove,
pressure
hours,
have
tested.
OF
SCHEDULED
MAINTENANCE
pump
cover
and
impeller.
cover
and
inner
weep
holes
for
Check
shaft
bearings
not
wobble).
and
inspect
pump
100
hours.
Remove
and
refill
cooling
antifreeze
check
fuel
plugs;
mixture
system
the
wiring
line
connections.
from
electrical
injection
(see
ENGINE
and
motor
Clean
and
of
preheat
check
anti
seize
pressure
metals.
alternator.
connections.
opening
for
lubricate
solenoid.
resistance
compound
and
Adjustments).
then
every
ADJUSTMENTS).
Clearances
ADJUSTMENTS).
professionally
Inspect
the
wear
plate
for
wear.
signs
of
shaft
water
(the
shaft
shaft
and
drive
and
clean.
system
with
compatible
connections
Check
mounting
pressure
with
and
and
ADJUSTMENTS).
corrosion.
the
starter
Remove
(0.4-0.6
on
threads.
Remove
motor
and
ohms).
timing
500
hours
cleaned
and
-WESTERBEKE
CAUTION
gelterator:S
This
can
normal seasonal
to
the
generator with a NMEA·2000 system or shut
NOTE:
Keep
A
DC
components,
turned
battery
recommends
(WESTERLINK
starting battery
be
as much
in
CAUTION:
use.
mind
or
as
72
However,
that
the
When
the
off
using
either
switch.
this
service
be
NMEA
..
20DO):
The
when
the
amp·hours
electronic components
unit
is
in
in
a months time
if the generator set
Westerbeke
generator maybe
servicing/changing
DC
power
must
the
DC,breaker
performed
a static
be
by
an
is
or
not
off
the
authorized
state,
This
with
the
maybe
/10 generator
to
be
used
DC·breaker
the
DC power supply for
in
for a number
mechanic.
the
Digital Diesels
as
much
use.
It
on
the generator's control box for a WESTERLINK
/"'fI'ItT/WESTERBEKE
I
Engi~es
& Generators
'13
draw
a very
as
50
milli·ampsfor
is
not
necessary
of
months,
the
vessel's NMEA·2000 network.
small
the
to
be
such as winter storage, it is
amount
of
ECU
amperage
and
50
best
to
system.
milli-ampsfor
system
concerned with this slight
(milli·amps)!rom
amperage
disconnect
each
draw
the
DC power
the
display.
during
DESCRIPTION
Westerbeke
for
fresh
bustion
which
water coolant cools
parts, and
from
exchanger,
water
fresh
ferred
tube
exhaust system where
other
coolant
transferred heat overboard through the exhaust
fresh water coolant and
each
allows
harmful deposits.
FRESH
marine diesel
water cooling.
and
friction
circulates throughout the engine. This circulating fresh
the
engine
the
fresh
water coolant
similar
flows
through
water coolant
to
the fresh water coolant
walls
to
the raw
words,
the engine
is
cooled by
other.
Using
the cooling water passages
WATER
CODLING
engines
Heat
is
transferred
the
engine block, its internal moving
oil.
The heat
in
function
the
tubes
flows
around
water
finally
is
cooled
raw
water,
raw
only
fresh
are
designed and equipped
produced
to
raw water by means of a heat
to
of the heat exchanger
which
it
water circttits are independent
water coolant within the engine
in
the engine
to
fresh water coolant
is
transferred externally
an
automotive radiator. Raw
the
tubes; engine heat trans-
is
conducted through
is
then pumped into
is
discharged overboard. In
by
fresh water coolant,
and the raw water carries the
to
stay clean and free from
CIRCUIT
COOLING
by
com-
while
the
the
this
syste!Jl.
The
SYSTEM
of
When
the engine
vented
by
is
bypassed
manifold
thermostat gradually
coolant to
cooling
from overheating).
system.
Coolant
A coolant recovery tank aliows
and
contraction during engine operation, without
cant
loss
oJ
ing
system.
engine
manifold level
CHANGING
The
engine's antifreeze coolant must be changed according
to
the
~TENANCE
allowed
ability,
cylinder erosion and can cause the
seals
t6
overheating issues can result
to
leak.
is
started cold, external coolant
the
closed thermostat (although some coolant
around
the
thermostat
opens,
flow
unrestricted
Recovery
coolant
This tank should be located at or above the
THE
Tank
and
without introducing air into the cool-
and
ANTIFREEZE
SCHEDULE.
become contaminated or loose its protection
to
prevent the exhaust
As
the
engine warms up, the
allowing
to
should be easily accessible.
full
flow
of
the external portion of
for
engine coolant expansion
COOLANT
If
the coolant
as
well
as
external
raw
water pump shaft
flow
is pre-
flow
the engine's
the
any
signifi-
is
.
NOTE:
Refer
to
the
ENGINE
ommended
fresh
Fresh water coolant
lating
then
heat exchanger where it
block via the suction side
antifreeze
water
coolant.
pump,
absorbing heat from the engine.
passes
through the thermostat into the manifold, to the
and
is
pumped through the engine
COOLANT
water
mixture
is
cooled, and returned to the engine
of
the
section
to
circulating
be
used
Th~
pump.
for
by
coolant
the
as
a circu-
the
rec-
A
WARNI~:
Wear
protective
Drain
the engine antifreeze coolant by removing the
drain
plug and opening the drain petcock pIng
side
of the heat exchanger along with removal
cap
on
the water jacketed exhaust
with
fresh
clean
A
CAUTION:
critical;
traced
a.slibstantial
back
.l1ewai{i
of
the
hot
gloves.
manifold.
water,
then start the
Proper
cooling
number
fo~ooling
system
refili
system
of
engine
corrosion.
engine
coolant.
on
of
the pressure
Flush the system
process.
maintenance
failures
blo~k
the lower
Is
can
be
ENGINE
BLOCK
COOLANT
DRAIN
"Mr
WESTERBEKE
Engines &
14
Generators
COOLING
SYSTEM
Refilling
After
exchanger's
coolant
NOTE:
Fill
the
Monitor
the
sure
Remove
coolant
the
flow
After
Coolant
engine
needed.
the
Coolant
replacing
-.
Open
the
petcock
manifold
cap.
cap.
into
checking
cools
TO
coolant
into
the
the
system
then
the
coolant
to
the
cap
mix
to
Run
the
the
recovery
should
down.
Clean
the
engine
block
petcock.
manifold
air-bleed petcock
and
close
the
on
halfway
engine
for
draw
up
any
watch
the
in
the
filler
the
tank.
leaks,
back
Add
spilled
and
for
petcock
manifold
neck
"
coolant
between
and
stop
into
coolant
drain
Then
pour
when
on
antifreeze
..
and
install
recovery
LOW
observe
the
engine
the
cooling system
to
the
coolant.
the
and
the
plug,
clean,
coolant
the
thermostat
coolant
add
the
tank
and
MAX
coolant
and
recovery
close
the
premixed
is
visable
to
flow
as
needed.
manifold
and
fill
and
expansion
allow
as
tank
heat
in
housing.
from
Fill
pres-
with
replace
it
to
cool.
the
if
Replacing
Remove
ing
as
ket,
apply a thin
before
screws
Run
the
there
GASKET
PN#(1369~i6----
the
the
cap
screws
shown.
When
coat of sealant
p,~ssing
. .
~e
engine
no
leaks
it
and
THERMOSTAT
ASSEMBLY
Thermostat
and
disassemble
installing
into
place.
check
at
the
the
on
Do
not
for
normal
thermostat
the
thermostat
new
thennostat
both
sides
over-tighten
temperatures and that
housing.
~---COOLANT
and
of the gasket
the
PETCOCK
hous-
gas-
cap
BLEED
TEMPERATURE
SEND
OR
NOTE:
sure
good
closes
Periodically
cap.
Ensure
condition
tightly.
check
that
and check
Carry a spare
THERMOSTAT
A
thennos!a!,
engine,
uously
engine
from
flowing
thennostat
As
the
thermostat
replaced
controls
flows
is
first
to
engine
is
easily.
located
the
through
started,
(some
prevent
warms
accessible
Carry a
the
the
upper
near
coolant
the
closed
the
closed
coolant
the
exhaust
up,
the
and
spare
COOLANT
condition
and lower rubber
that
the
vacuum
cap.
---
the
manifold
temperature
cooling
thermostat
is
by-passed
manifold
thermostat
can
be
checked,
thermostat
RETRACTION
of
the
manifold
seals
valve
opens
SEALS
at
the
front
as
the
coolant
circuit.
When
prevents
through a hole
from
overheating).
gradually
and
opens.
~leaned,
gasket.
PR""."""
of
coolant
pres-
are
and
the
contin-
the
in
The
or
CAP
in
the
RAW
WATER
The
raw
impeller
water
source
water
strainer.
through
the
heat
ing
fresh
into
the
ing
the
exhaust
water
is
discharge
Raw
Water
The
raw
non-ferrous
has
flexible
within
the
On
no
account
lubricant
impeller
Raw
water
water)
is
are
not
raw
water
NOTE:
Should a failure
(seals
arid
c~ase
a new pump and rebuild
COOLING
water
flow
pump.
This pump draws
(ocean,
The
the
raw
exchanger
water
coolant.
water-injected
gasses.
discharged
pressure.
Pump
water
pump
housing
vanes
impeller housing,
should
for
the impeller .. There
and
impeller cover gasket
pump
not
present
warrantable,
flow
is
bearings), it
is
created
lake, or
raw
water
water
pump
tubes)
where
The raw
exhaust
This
overboard
is a self-priming,
and a
which
wipe
this
impeller
during
and
operators
present
occur
may
CIRCUIT
by a positive
water
directly
river)
through
passes
from
the
to'
the
heat
exchanger
it
cools
the engine
water
is
then
elbow,
mixing
mixture
neoprene
producing
pump
failures
engine
at
start-up.
of
exhaust
by
the
engine's exhaust
rotary
impeller.
against
a curved
the
pumping
be
run
dry
should
always
(an
impeller
occur
when
operation.
are
cautioned
with
the
pump's
be more cost efficient
the
original pump as a spare.
displacement
from
the
a hose
to
the
strainer
(through
circulat-
discharged
with
and
cool-
gas
and
gas
pump
with
The
impeller
earn
plate
action.
as
water
acts
be a spare
kit)
aboard.
lubricant
Such
failures
to
make
internal
to
parts
pur-
raw
raw
a
as
(raw
sure
a
En.9ine.E!
15
.&
Generators
CHANGING
. Close
and
gasket
pliers.
Lightly
Install
water
THE
the
raw
or
Carefully
coat
the iuside of
the
new
intake
valve.
water
O-riug
impeller
RAW
intake
with
pry/pull
WATER
the
the
the
and
PUMP
valve.
Remove
aid
of
impeller out of
pump
cover
with
IMPELLER
the
two
screwdrivers
the
housing
gasket,
RAW
WATER
with
COOLING
pump
cover
or
pump.
SYSTEM
glycerine.
Open
the
raw
PUMP
NOTE:
Also
follow
aground.·
If
the
engine
temperature
nonnal reading, the
may
have
been caught
raw
water
through
the
cause
the
above
gauge
may
up
in
cooling
RAW
procedure
ever
shows
be
that
the
strainer,
system.
WATER
after
having
a higher
silt,
leaves or grass
slowing the
STRAINER
rLln
than
flow
hard
of
INSPECTION:
EACH
REPLACE
ANY
CHECK
BLAOE
BY
THE
CRACKS.
A
impeller,
cool/ng
exchanger.
Raw
NOTE:
the
strainer
A
clean
engine's
strainer
in
the
Perfonn
operation:
1. Close the
2. . Remove
3.
Clean
4.
Replace
5.
ReaSsemble
6.
7.
THE
BASE
BENDING
IMPELLER
CAUTION:
circuit.
Water
Always
raw
cooling
when
glass
the
the
Open
the
Run
the
OF
VIGOROUSLY.
IF I Htlit
If
they
must
They
Intake
install
will
always
water
intake
system.
making
should be
following
raw
water
and
clean
glass.
the
washer
and
seacock.
engine
Alit
BLADES
GLYCERINE
any
of
the
be
found
often
can
Strainer
the
strainer
be
self-priming.
strainer
Include a visual
your
periodic
clear.
maintenance
seacock.
the
strainer
if
necessary.
install
the
and
check
WITH
vanes
to
prevent
be
at
is a -vital
filter.
strainer.
for
leaks.
have
found
or
below
inspection of
engine
after
every
broken
off
blockage
hl
the
heat
the
waterline
component
check.
The
100
hours
in
the
the
of
the
this
water
so
of
HEAT
EXCHANGER
The
heat
number
the
engine
removes
HEAT
of small copper
small
is
EXCHANGER
PETCOCK·
TYPICAL
RAW
(OWNER
exchanger
copper
circulated atound
heat from
is a copper
tubes
the
CLEAN
DEBRIS
CLEANOUT
DEBRIBAT
BOTHENOB
tubes.
and
fresh
WATER
INTAKE
INSTALLED)
cylinder
Raw
the
fresh
the
copper
water
coolant.
HEAT
EXCHANGERS
N..&PAVAILABLE
CUPRO·NlCKEL
STRAINER
which
water
is
pumped through
water
coolant from
tubes.
The raw water
WITH
TUBING
encloses a
ANODE
ARE
the
HEAT
EXCHANGER
Enl!ines & Generators
16
COOLING
SYSTEM
Zinc
Anode·
A zinc
anode,
or
circuit
within
the heat exchanger. The pmpose
zinc anode
place in the
effects of electrolysis on other
The condition
and
should be carried
NOTE:
installation
is
raw
the
anode
NEW
Electrolysis
and
to
of
cleaned or replaced
,
/
pencil,
is
located
sacrifice them
water cooling circuit,
the zinc anode
on
board.
REPLACE
ZINC
ANODES
action
is
the
vessel
location;
in
the
raw
to
electrolysis action
thereby
components
should
as
REPLACE
result
not
of the system.
be checked monthly
required. Spare
CLEAN
REUSE
of
each
that
of
the
water cooiing
of
having the
taking
reducing the
anodes
AND
particular
engine.
If
the zinc anodes
..
which
the zinc anode
ening
the anode with
boss
from
removing the
poor condition, there
the exchanger. Remove the
clean
the inside
exchanger end gasket
aged
when
to
your engine model's heat exchanger end gasket part num-
ber),
O-ring and
NOTE:
The
do
.not
require
insulate
ing
Heat
After approximately
and pressure test the engine's heat exchanger. (Aloca! automotive
exchanger.)
NOTE:
the
preventing
Exchanger
radiator shop should be able
Operating
that a heat
every
1
DOlt
need
possibly
removing the
threads
Zinc,
of
cover,
tearing
note
are
all
of
sealant.
zinc
from
electrolysis
Service
1000
in
silty
exchanger
hour
•.
replacement, hold the
is
threaded with a wrench while loos-
another
wrench. This prevents the
off the exchanger shell. After
the
condition of it.
probably a lot of zinc flakes within
end
of the heat exchanger and
zinc
debris.
Always
in
case
the present one becomes dam-
end
cover.
Replace the gasket (refer
and
install a
the
zinc
Sealant
the
metal
action
hours
and/or
cleaning
new
anodes
are
should
of
the
on
the
of operation, remove, clean
to
tropical
be
peifonned
not
heat
zinc.
clean
waters
have
zinc
pipe
be
hex
boss into
If
the zinc
a spare heat
anode.
threads
used
as it
exchanger
and
test the heat
may
more
often
require
hex
is
in
and
may
hous-
than
AIR
INTAKE I SILENCER
DESCRIPTION
A marine diesel engine ronning at 1800 rpm will typically
consume
only most
into the engine must
AIR
The replaceable canister contains a paper element that
be inspected
~an
If the element
be replaced, cany a spare. .
NOTE:
continuous
and
intake.
FILTER
Detach the air inlet hose from the air intake. Unplug the
temperature sensor from the engine harness. Then remove the
bolts that secure the air
and
housing
the harness
as
much
as 6,000
the
engine
INTAKE
be shaken off or cleaned with compressed
FILTER/SILENCER
every
100
is
greasy or black with
To
operate
efficiently a diesel
volume
black
exhaust
smoke
CARTRIDGE
remove the housing, screen facing
to
the inlet base. Plug
and
reconnect the air inlet hose.
cubic
feet
of
room
be
well
ventilated, the air
be
unrestricted.
operating hours. Dut
engine
of clear ail;
are
Hard
all
symptoms
starting,
INSTALLATION
intiiKe
silencer housing to the inlet base .
in
the
air·
air per
dirt,
the canister
..
must
of a restricted
out.
Reinstall the
temperature sensor
in
.
hour.
the
air,
an
intllke
erratic
Not
flow
should
element'
however,
must
a
idle,
air
aii:
to
NOTE: Regular air filter cartridge maintenance is essential
for proper engine operation. Failure to maintain the air filter
cartridge will result in air obstruction into the engine, causing
poor fuel combustion and resulting in smokey/sooty exhaust
discharge a!ong with lube oil consumption
deterioration which could result in internal engine damage.
and
possible filter
FILTER
CARTRIDGE
#03970
TURN
OVER
WHEN
INSTALLING
17'
FUEL
SYSTEM
DIESEL
Use
not
FUEL
A
installed between the
water
be
Most
installation
. contantinant's
A
is
separator
tank
will
ment.
the
impurities.
maintaining
FUEL
WATER
FUEL
No.2
diesel
use
kerosene
WATER
primary
typical
the
fuel
and
other
carried
to
installers
package
fuel
Rayeor
type
and
engine-mounted
affect
the
The
owner/operator
fuel
reaching
This
FILTER
SEPERATOR
fuel
or
SEPARATOR
filter
contantinant's
the
fuel
include a
in
the
filter/water separator
Model
filter
fuel
the engine's
process
a
with a cetane
home
heating
of
the
water
fuel
tank
system
filter/water
as
they
are
fuel
can
500
MA.
is
not
installed
fuel
pump,
engine
is
is
accomplished
rating
fuel
separating
and
the
from
the
on
the
engine.
separator
aware
cause.
is
illustrated
Keep
in
between
system,
filter,
responsible
injection
of
45
type
engine
to
fuel
before
with
of
the
problems
mind
that if a water
the
any
water
and
injection
for
making
equipment
by
installing
system.
or
higher.
must be
remove
they
can
the
that
below.This
fuel
supply
in
the
fuel
equip-
certain
is
free
and
of
Do
FUEL
FILTERS
The
fuel
injection
manufactured
from
water
and
must
pass
thruugh
separator
clean,
schedule
FUEL
To
in-line
filter
and
in
LIFT
ensure
fuel
shonld·be
and
change
clean
filter
pump
and
they
dirt.
at
the
engine's
these
this
manual.
PUMP
fuel
connected
replaced
and
the
must
receive
To
ensure
least
two
spin-on
filters
FILTER
into
the
fuel
to
every
fuel
injectors
clean
this
flow
fuel
filters, a fuel
fuel
according
lift
pump,
the
fuel
200
hours
diesel
of clean
filter.
to
the
lift
pump
of
are
precisely
fueL
fuel;
filter/water
Visually
maintenance
there
is
a small
elbow.
operation.
free
the fuel
inspec~
This
The fuel
the
fuel
owner-operator
requires
injection
and
Speed
servicing
types
qualified
FUEL
Periodically
pump
fittings
one
secured
operations.
When
will
flow
inject\on
diesel
engine,requiring
injection
servicing,
pump
repairit.
(hertz)
dealer
of
adjustments
injection
LIFT
and
make
are
tight
of
the
pumps
by
the
energized
purge
air
of
fuel
PUMP
check
as
pump
pump
has been
is
cautioned
remove
service
and
timing
can
service
the
sure
and
mounting
mounting
thru
from
the
the
engine
is
facility.
are
perform
or
repairs
shop.
fuel
that
no
secure.
bolt
the
preheat
fuel
is
the
most
important
the
utmost
thorougbly
not
to
attempt
it
and
take
Do
not
the
only
on
the
injection
must
be
connections
leakage
The
bolts
system
running.
to
is
DC
grouud
should
ensure
circuit,
and
component of
caution
in
bench-tested
to
service it.
it
to
an
authorized
attempt
adjustments
present
proper
to
pump.
performed
to
and
out
and
connection
be
clean
pump
the
fuel
provide
continuous
lift
handling.
and the
If
it
fuel
disassemble
the
Other
by
a
of the
that
the
at
and
well
pump
The
ENGINE
Periodlcally
leakage.
after
the
FUEL
Clean
first
SCHEDULE
Changing/cleaning
1.
Shut
off
2.
Unscrew
housing
housing,
3.
Remove
4.
Replace
the
housing.
to
cross
tighten
1/4 -1/2
run
the
engine
Engines & Generators
FUEL
FILTER
FILTER
check
the
50
hours
for
cleaning
the
fuel
the
retainer
and
allow
and
replace
the
sealing
Thread
thread.
ASSEMBLY
the
fuel connections
filter
element
then
follow
and
the
filter
supply.
ring
that
the
bowl
the
filter
"0"
ring
tile
retainer
When
retainer
turns
by
hand.
to
inspect
for
and
with
kerosene
the
MAINTENANCE
replacement.
element
holds
the
to
come
away
element
and
reassemble
ring
on
contacts
Open
leaks.
the
filter
from
and
clean
carefully
the
the
fuel
bowl
for
or
diesel
bowl
the
the
the
bOWl
so
"0" ring.
supply
fuel
to
bowl.
as
and
the
to
not
18
ENGINE
LUBRICATING
OIL
LUBRICATION
OIL
PRESSURE
SWITCH
OIL
PRES:SURI:----'
RELIEF
OIL
ENGINE
1.
Draining the Oil
the
while
replace
securely.
ROTE:
is II4NPT.
BMM
11/16
INCH
SOCKET
Always
yellow/gray
the
prompt
fied
water
exhaust system
of
the
caused
location
OIL
PRESSURE
VALVE
OIL
OIL
sump
the engine
the hose
Thread
observe
oil.
Although
attention
mechanic
present in
raw
water
exhaust,
by
DIAGRAM
-->o-::rnlll-'~
DRlllli-----"
CHANGE
Sump.
drain
emulsion
the
or
lack
hose
is
in
size
for
the
tbis
to
should
the
attached
through
filling
absence
of
Discharge
(attached
warm.
Drain
its
bracket,
the
lube
used oil
indicates
condition
prevent
water
oil
can
to
the
raw
the
engine.
of
an
maintenance.
the
to
the
front
the
used
and
replace
oil
drain
DRAIN
HOSE
as
it
is
removed.
the
presence of
is
rare,
serious
damage. Call a
be
present
be
the
result of a
the
engine andlor a
water
cooling
This problem
anti~siphon
used
of
oil
completely,
the end
.hose
it does
in
the
valve,
.
OIL
oil
through
the
engine)
capped
A
water
require
oil.
fault
siphoning
circuit
is
often
its
SCREEN
cap
end
in
quali-
Raw
in
the
into
poor
2.
Repkzcing the Oil
ter,
you
may
the
upper
and
oil
from
it
into
to
lessen
spillage. A
shouldbe helpful
NOTE:
Do
not
jilter
to
make
Place
some
ter
when
unscrewing it
(Oil
or
any
cooling
oil
sealing
ber
bracket,
APPLY
filter
sealing
SEALING
CLEAN
WHEN
INSTALLING
When
gasket'.s
ability.
as
gasket
gently
installing
sealing surface
apply a thin
on
the
new
filter
nipple
filter
firmly
NOTE:
Generic
ial standards
parts
might
Immediately
engine
to
there
are
3.
Filling the Oil Sump.
cap
on
the
After
refilling,
checking
around
the
stop
the
engine.
lube
oil
dipstick. Fill
the
dipstick,
Filter.
When
removing
find
it
helpful
and
cleaner
lower
portion
of the old
a container
in
punch
certain it
paper towels
other
fluid
Keep
it is removed to
comes off
gasket
remains
remove
ENGINE
the
coat of
oil
filter.
on
the
by
hand.
jilters
or
diameters
be
entirely
after
make sure the oil pressure is normal
no
oil
leaks
top of the
run
the
oil
pressure.
new
oil filter
Then
before
removing
small
automotive
removing
this
on
your
the
hole
without jirst loosening
can
be
removed.
and
a plastic
to
catch
any
the
engine reduces
engine clean.) Inspect the old
make
sure
with
the
old
sealed
against the
it.
OIL
SPIN
ON
TURN
ON
HAND
new
oil
filter
on
the
bracket free
clean
engine
Screw
the
filter
oil
filter
bracket,
are
not
recommended,
a/important
an
oil jilter
engine
the
different
around
Add
engine
from
change
the
new
oil
or
through
for a few
Make
or
from
check
the quantity
to,
but
not
over
should the engine require
the used oil
to
punch a hole
filter
to drain the
it
filter
wrench
old
oil
filter:
bag
around the
oil
left
in
that
the rubber
oil
filter.
TIGHT
element,
oil
wipe
to
the rubber gasket
onto
the
and
then
items on generic
genuine
and
oil
(lew
oil
jilter.
through
the
moments
sure
there
the
oil
drain
of
the
high
additional
the
filter
of
the
side
is
This helps
the
the filter.
engine's
If
this
rub-
the
filter
oil
and
threaded
tighten
as
the
lnater-
parts.
jill,
run
and
that
oil
filler
oil
fill.
wbile
no
leakage
system,
oil
with
the
mark
on
oil.
fil-
in
fil-
oil
the
the
and
~
WESTERBEKE
Engines & Generators
19
DESCRIPTION
The
lubricating
an
oil
pump.
the
oil
pump,
the
oil
filter,
engine.
The
continuous
fied
pressure,
pump
and
within
its
OIL
PRESSURE
The
engine's
by
the
oil
normal
operation,
60
psi
(2.8
NOTE:
A
reading
an
oil
pressure
readings
engine
and
The
which
oil
oil
cycle.
the
returns
specified
oil
pressure
and
newly
up
to
60
will
vary
the
system
engine
cooler
then
When
oil
to
range.
pressure,
gauge
the
4.2
kg/cm').
started,
psi
reading
depending
rpm<.
is
a pressure
oil
is
drawn
drives
the
oil,
and
various
returns
to
the
the
oil
pressure
pushes
open
the
oil
sump,
during
operation,
on
the instrument
oil
pressure
cold
enginli'9,on·
(4.2
kg/cm'). A warmed
as
low
as 35
upon
feeding
from
under
pressure,
lubricating
oil
sump
exceeds
the
relief
keeping
will
range between
have
psi
(2.5
the
temperature
OIL
system
using
the
oil
sump
through
points
in
to
repeat
the
the
speci-
valve
in
the
the
oil
pressure
is
indicated' \
panel.
During
an
'oil
pressure
engine
can
kgfcm').
ofthe
PRESSURE
by
the
oil
40
and
have
These
TESTING
lOlL
PRESSURE
'MANIFOLD
QILPRESSUilE
35.0
ENGINE
OIL
Ib/in'
BLOCK
PRESSURE
..
(3.8
KQ/cm')
or
more
al1800
rpm.
LOW
OIL
PRESSURE
The
specified
+
0.1
kg/em'). A gradual
a wombearings. For additional
sure
readings,
OIL
PRESSURE
An
oil
just
below
appoximately
LOCATED
UNDER
FUEL
PUMP
ENGINE
safe
see
pressure
the
injection
50
JUST
THE
INJECTION
ON
THE
BLOCK.
minimum
loss
the
ENGINE
RELIEF
relief valve
pump.
psi
[343
oil
VALVE
is
kpa]
pressure
of
oil
information
is
pressure
4.3 + 1.4
usually.
on
low
TROUBLESHOOTING
located
on
the
engine
This
valve
opens
at
and
maintains
that pressure.
psi
(0.3
indicates
oil
pres-
chart.
block
OIL
PRESSURE
An
oil
pressure sensor
engine.
It
as
pressure.
ECu.
The ECU will
down.
It
will
screen.
Engine
this
to
occur.
NOTE:
To
gauge
as
sure
gauge.
or
more
at
SENSOR
sends a
Should
then
oil
test
the
shown.
Oil
1800
is
mounted
voltage
oil
Warm
Pressure
signal to
this
signal
fall
open
the
K2
display
the fault
pressure dropping
pressure,
install a mechanical
up
the
should
rpm.
on
the
below
run
on
engine
be
35.0
the
oil
manifold for
ECU
that is interpreted
a set point in the
relay
shutting the unit
the
LCD
Display
10 -15
psi will cause
and
read
the
lb/in'
(3.8
the
pressure
oil
pres-
Kg/cm')
-...v-
WESTERBEKE
Engines
20
_&
Generators
REMOTE
OIL
FILTER
(OPTIONAL)
INSTALLATION
This
popular
ter
from
engine
NOTE:
instructions
APPLY A THIN
INSTALLING
TIGHTEN
CONTACTS
accessory
the
engine
room
bulkhead.
Refer
to
on
COAT
THIS
KIT.
AN
ADDITIONAL
THE
BASE.
to a more
ENGINE
removing
OF
CLEAN
THREAD
3/4
TURN
is
OIL
THE
used
to
reloc~te
convenient location
OIL
CHANGE
the
oil
jilter.
TO
THE
O-RING
ON,
THEN
THE
O-RING
NOTE
THE
ON
THE
REMOVED
•
WILL
BE
WHEN
HAND
ADAPTER
RECONNECTED
KIT
AFTER
PN:040078HEMOTEOILFILTER
To
instal!,
SET
simply remove
WES1ERBEKE'S remote
the
engine's
in
this
"IN"
AND
"OUT"
WHEN
FOR
INSTALLATION
oil
such'
as
fI11lnual
for
MARKINGS
THE
HOSES
SO
THEY
CORRECTLY.
fil-
an
ARE
install
this
kit
Contact your
NOTE:
Westerbeke
incorrect
A
installation
CAUTION:
correctly.
by·pass
from
failure.
valve
reaching
If
immedialety
with
WES1ERBEKE dealer
If
the
there
and
In
the
is
the
is
It
oil
the
.
oil
not
responsible
of
the
Is
vital
flows
filter
engine
no
oil
check
the
engine
oil
filter
filter
facing
Remote
to
Install
in
the
assembly
causing
pressure
the
hose
oil
filter
and
kit
as
shown.
down
a.
illustrated.
for
more
information.
for
engine
failure
Oil
Filter.
the
oil lines
reverse
direction,
will
prevent
an
internal
reading,
shutdown
connections
thread
Always
due
the
the
oil
engine
on
to
IN
CONNECTION
MUST
ATTACH
OIL
TO
AT
FILTER.
CONNECTION
REMOTE
THE
THE
HOSE
OUT
.
APPLY A THIN
TER
GASKET
FILTER
ADDITIONAL
WHEN
CONTACTS
3/4
COAT
OF
INSTALLING.
THE
TURN.
CLEAN
BASE,
OIL
TO
THE
AFTER
TIGHTEN
IT
FIL-
THE
AN
Englnes..~,
~en~,:ators
21
ENGINE
.
Note:
The
engines
rocker
..
--
-
_.
Problem
START
BUTTON
Indications.
START
engagement.
START
indications
fuel
solenoid
Generator
start,
fuel
Note:
there
;
If
the
engine
will-terminate
will
display
Battery
Battery
Generator
(Fault
NOTE:
is
protected
reset
control
Engine
Exhaust
depressed,
BUTTON
depressed,
BUTTON
depressed;
OK;
starter
not
engine
solenoid
is
a 8 -
does
and a Underspeed
on
the
runs
down.
not
charging
engine
display
under
The
engines
by a 20
circuit
breaker
panel.
starts,
runs
smoking
,
functioning.
cranks,
no
no
panel
solenoid
but
energized.
10'
sec.
not
start.
LCD
display
stops.
speed)
DC
electrical
amp
rocker
on
the
and
shuts
problems
panel
starter
OK
does
crank
The
lront
down.
not
cycle.
cycle
fault
screen.
system
type
of
the
type
Battery'Switch
1.
Circuit
2.
3,
Loose
1.
Connection
Faulty
2.
Loose
3.
Low
4.
Kl
5.
Poor
1.
'2.
.
Defective
1.
Faulty
~
,
Preheat
2.
High
1.
Low
2.
Poor
3.
DC
4.
DC
1.
Alternator
2.
Switches
1.
or
Fuel
2.
20
3.
(LCD
Exhaust
4.
Water
5.
Air
6.
Faulty
1.
Water
2.
Blue
1.
White
2.
3.
Black
l"'fIY'IWESTERBEKE
TROUBLESHOOTINO-
DC
electrical
reset
circuit
breaker
Probable
b~ttery
solenoid.
battery
battery.
relay.
connections
fueling
resistance
resistance
battery
alternator
charge
disconnected.
staruation.
Amp
intake
smoke.
I,
Engines & Generators
Cause
noton.
breaker
trippedioff:'
connectiQns.
to
solenoid
connections.
to
fuel
solenoid.
system.
solenoid
faulty.
leak
leak.
connections.
not
charging.
circuit
drive.
and/or
wiring
circuit
breaker
display
blank)
system
is
in
fuel.
obstruction.
oil
pressure
temperature
smoke.
smoke.
"faulty.
fuel
solenoid.
to
ground.
faulty.
loose
tripping.
restricted.
switch.
switch.
22
system
mounted
..
is
protected
on
the
....
__
..
_--
1.
2.
4.
1.
2,
3.
4.
5.
1.
2.
1.
la.
lb,
lc.
ld,
2.
1,
2.
3.
control
-
Check
Reset
circuit
Check
engine
Check
Check
Check
Check
Check
Check
Check
fuel
run
Cileck
Switch
Replace
Check
Change
Check
Check
lines.
after
Check
Check
corrosion.
4.
Check
DC
1,
Pertorm
DC
2,
Check
for
loose
are
present
Inspect
1.
Inspect
2,
Check
Check
3.
Ensure
cause
4.
Check
Pump
5.
bleed
6.
Check
1.
Check
2.
Check
Incorrect
1.
la.
Crankcase
through
2.
Engine
2a.
Faulty
3.
Improper
3a.
Fuel.burn
Insufficient
exhaust
3b.
Improperly
3&.
Lack
ventilation.
by a 20
amp
paneL·
Verilicalion/Remedy
!:\witch
breaker;
and
(+ ) connection
ground
connection.
that
battery
battery
Kl
connections.
that
solenoid.
that
to
batteries.
fuel
inlet
solenoid.
wiring.
Do
short
ali
table
connections,
ELECTRICAL
ELECTRICAL
drive
at
wiring
switches
fuel
for
breaker
tripping.
for
water
fuel
air
oil
water
injector
of
-.- .
and/or
battery
if
breaker
check
12
volts
connections.
charge
relay.
12
fuel
combine
lift
fuel
not
start
Is
located.
wires
connections
D.C.
belt
connections.
the
supply,
high
blockage
from
system.
intake
pressure
grade
is
the
is
running
grade
incomplete
air
system:
timed
air -check
trips
circuit
for
to
starter
stud.
Check
are
present
state.
volts
are
present
valves
are
house
pump.
filter.
Insert
sensitive
engine.
for
temperature
check
SYSTEM/ALTERNATOR.
voltage
check
SYSTEM/ALTERNATOR.in
tension.
Check
Exc.
terminal.
for
short
circuits
for
proper
fuel
valves,
OC
amperage
is
not
overly
or
collapsed
fuel
tank(s);
filter
cartridge.
switch.
temperature
of
engine
overfilled
cold.
or
Incorrect
of
fuel
for
proper
check
injectors
air
with
or
due
eXhaust).
connections.
again,
check
shorts
to
ground.
solenoid
battery
cable
at
the
at
the
open.
and
start
batteries.
(0 -.25
R~move
connections
rise
to
at
battery
for
belt
tension.
of
generator
Alternator
air
intake
should
output
and
operation.
fuel
feed
draw
during
sensitive
muffler.
change
switch.
all.
engine
Injector
timing.
possible
generator
to
high
back
combustion
intake).
or
valves
and
air
LCD
preheat
and
(-)
connections.
solenoid
connection.
(+)
connection
amp)
meter
locate
the
loose
connections,
test
alternator.
charging
this
turn
voltmeter,
loose
connections.
strainer.
operation.
to
heat
which
filters
and
oil
(oil
is
blowing
overload.
pressure
(Check
or
poor
compression.
filter.
Check
DISPLAY
solenoid
connection
on
the
in
battery
and
replace
faul!.
See.
circui!.
See
manual.
freely.
Check
Ensure
12
would
out
in
exhaust
for
restrictions
for
proper
FAULTS
(continued)
to
volts
or
ih
~
Y'
ENGINE
TROUBLESHOOTING
LCD
DISPLAY
FAULTS
PROBLEM
LCD
DISPLAY
NOT
ILLUMINATE
LOW
OIL
PRESSURE
HIGH
COOLANT
HIGH
EXHAUST
BATTERY
GENERATOR
Overspeed
Underspeed
LED
TURN
WAITING
VOLTAGE
FREQUENCY
(steady
(flashing
OISPLAY
EDGES
PINK
FOR
DOES
TEMPERATURE
TEMPERATURE
LED)
LED)
ECU
PROBABLE
1.
Check
2.
20
amp
3.
Loose
4. 1 amp
1.
Oil
level
2.
Lack
of
3.
Ground
4.
Faulty
5.
Faulty
1.
Check
2.
Sea
water
3.
Check
4.
Faulty
5.
Ground
6.
Faulty
1.
Check
2.
Faulty
3.
Gmund
4.
Faulty
5.
Sea
water
6.
Faulty
1.
Check
2.
Check
3.
Check
4.
Faulty
1.
Check
2.
Check
3.
Amperage
4.
Crank
(underspeed
1.
Compartment
too
high.
1.
ECU
and
2.
Loose
3.
Panel
4.
Blown 8 amp
5.
Terminating
6.
Battery
CAUSE
battery.
breaker
off.
display
connection.
fuse
blown
low/oil
leak.
oil
pressure
connection.
control
module
oil
pressure
system
coolant
pump,
water
pump
temperature
connection.
control
module
sea
water
flow.
exhaust
temperature
Connection.
control
module
pump.
fire
suppression
alternator
charge
battery
control
engine
fuel
cycle
cable
DC
Voltage.
connections.
module
speed.
supply.
load.
with
fault)
ambient
LCD
display
connection.
breaker
fuse.
Resistors.
Voltage
drive
no
to
(faulty).
(ECU).
sensor.
level.
drive
belt.
sensor.
(ECU).
(ECU).
system.
belt.
(ECU).
start.
temperature
not
OFF.
ECU.,
switch.
compatible
VERIFICATIONJREMEDY
1.
Battery
on.
2.
Turn
breaker
on.
3.
Check
all
cable
connections.
4.
Check/replace.
1.
Check
2.
Test
oil
oil
filter,
3.
Check
4.
Inspect
5.
Check
1.
Add
coolant.
2.
Inspect
3.
Adjust
4.
Check
5.
Check
6.
Check
1.
Inspect
as
needed.
2.
TesVrepl~ce.
3.
Check
4.
Check
5.
Inspect
6.
By-pass
1.
Adjust
2.
Check
3.
Check + and -cables
4.
Check
1.
Check
2.
Inspect
3.
Check + and -cables
4.
Check
1.
Ventilate
Note:
display.
1.
Check
2.
Check
3.
Turn
4.
CheCk/replace
5.
Check
per
resister
6.
Check
unplugged
present,
Determine
oil
level,
add
pressure.
inspect
oil
ground
connection.
all
the
plug
sensor/replace.
Check
impeller/pump/replace,
belt
tenSion,
sensor/replace.
ground
circuit.
plug
connections/replace.
thru
hull
ground
circuit.
plug
connections.
impeller/replace.
system/check.
tension/replace
excitation.
plug
connections/replace.
speed
setting.
filters/replace
cause
for
compartment.
Heat
will
often
This
will
compatibility
all
cable
connections.
ON,
check
fuse.
all
terminating
me'asured
between
from
ECU
is
cause
oil
and
repair
leaks.
If
OK,
test
oil
pressure
pump.
connections/replace.
for
leaks.
,
replace
belt.
fitting,
hose
and
strainer.
if
worn.
Replace/repair
from
filters.
from
no
start.
change
not
effect
with
DC
voltage
Check
resistors
across
pins
P2-24
ECU.
Power
faulty.
alternator
battery
to
Test
fuel
battery
to
the
color
the
operation
Westerlink
across
breaker.
DC
voltage
are
in
pin
#4
and
P2-25.
turned
sendor,
Correct
engine.
pump
engine.
of
an
of
or
NMEA.
across
place.
and
#5.
P2
ON.
If
inspect
operation,
LCD
the
engine.
fuse
holder
120
ohm
ECU
plug
voltage
is
-..v'
WESTERBEKE
Engines &
23
Generators
ENGINE
ADJUSTMENTS
DRIVE
Proper
is
Drive
Drive
not
damage
the
wear out
cause
fresh
on
temperatures.
The
no
(12mm)
point
A spare
BELT
inspection,
important
Belts
belts
provide
the
alternator
prematurely.
rapid
water
the
belt
dtive
less
than
as
between
belt
A
WARNING:
drive
belt's
belt
Adjusting
1.
Loosen
mounting
2.
Wilh
Ihe
edges.
3.
Pivot
the
or
right
4.
Tighten
bolt.
5.
Run
the
recheck
ADJUSTMENT
service
and
for
the
efficient
under
MAINTENANCE
must
be
properly
proper
alternator
alternator.
out of
alignment
wear
of the belt
pumps
bearing. A
can
cause
is
properly
3/8
inch
the
belt is
the
two
or
belts
Never
tension
Belt
Tension
the
alternator
bolt.
belt
loose,
alternator
as
required,
tlle
base
engine
for
Ihe
belt
operation
tensioned.
charging
Drive
belts
Excessive
and
belt
slipping,
adjusted
(10mm)
depressed
pulleys
should
always
attempt
while
the
adjusting
inspect
on
Ihe
to
loosen
mounting
about 5 minutes,
tensions.
maintenance
of
SCHEDULE).
Loosedtive
and
that
are
and/or
cause
dtive
belt
reduce
the
slack
belt
or
resulting
if the belt
and
no
more
with
the
on
the
longest
be
carried
to
check
engine
Is
strap bolt
for
wear,
cracks
base
mounting bolt
or
tighten.
bolt
and
the
of
the
your
engine
will
too
tight
the
tension
service
the
presence
in
can
than
thumb
span
on
or
in
operation.
and
and
adjusting
then
shut
dtive
belts
(see
belts
eventually
will
pull
alternator
can
also
life
of
high
operating
be
deflected
112
inch
at
the
mid-
of
the
board.
adjust
the
the
base
frayed
to
the
strap
down
will
to
the
of
belt.
left
and
oil
ELECTRONIC
The
Electronic
sensing
flywheel.
the
engines
controller
engine
to
GOVERNOR
Governor
the
engine's
The
governor's
speed
signals
the
the
desired
and
Actuator
The
following instructions
the
actuator.
1.' Shut-off
2.
Disconnect
3.
Measure
mounting
4.
Back-off
5.
Apply
actuator
mounting boss. Maintain
actuator
measured
(The
6.
Reconnect the actuator
the
DC
the
the
distance
surface
ACTUATOR
-.J)......
MEASURE
REFERENCE
the 1 7/16"
a small
and
screw
and
the
Secnre
standard distance
,
regulates
RPM
with a
controller
if there
actuator
speed
electronically.
power
actuator
wires
between
as
shown.
___
FOR
jam
amount
of
the
engine
the actuator's
the
engine
speed by
magnetic
is
any
and
the
are
for adjusting or replacing
to
the
from
Inmrrl---l
tJWIlIIw.r~~
-1
nut
and
teflon
actuator
the
same
mounting
is
13116"
wires
pick-up
continuously
discrepancy,
actuator
generator.
Ihe
wiring
the
actuator
ENGINE
SURFACE
-JAM
unscrew
sealant
to
into
the
engine's
distance
sUlface
position
and
to
test
with
7/8").
the
at
monitors
the
adjusts the
harness.
and
the
MOUNTING
NUT
the
actuator.
the
replacement
between
as
previously
the
unit.
the
engine
the
jamuut.
/
~
WESTERBEKE
Engines & Generators
24
NOTE:
lithe
down
turn
unit
properly
the
actuator
of a tum
is·
achieved.
shut
testing"loosen
and
1/8-114
shutdown
f+-----13/16"
does
not
when
the
jam
nut
in
unlil
proper
TO
STANDARD
.7/8"
NOTE:
WESTERBEKE
ments
be
below
is
ENGINE
peiformed
provided
by
to
ADJUSTMENTS
recommends
a competent
assist
the·
that
engine
mechanic:
the
following
mechanic.
engine
The
informaiion
adjust-
VALVE
Make
1.
2.
FRONT
3:',Find
(a)
CLEARANCE
the
following
Remove
Slightly
to
below.
the
specified
loosen
010
Os
top
piston
by
Thmthe crankshaft until IDC
pulley
is
adjustments
the
cylinder
the
torque
Tightening
04
06
(M
dead
center
using
the
aligned
with
cylinder
ADJUSTMENT
when
the
engine
head
cover.
head
bolts,
and
in
the
TDrque
01
012
FOUR
CYLINDER
THREE
compression
procedure
the
mark
number
55:!:
CYLINDER
4lb·n
'011
that
mark
on
sequence
(BB±"S'Nm)
05
03
position
follows:
on
the
the
timing
is
cold.
retighten
shown
for
No.1
crankshaft
gear
them
case.
(b)
With No.1 piston
stroke;
the rocker
crankshaft
(c)
I{therockerarmsmove,No.l piston
cehteron the
,
turri
the
crankShaft
rotation
thetompn;ssion
4.'
again.
Loosen
adjust
the
ga).lge
inserteq b,etweentherocker
the
.
I '
.
is
turned
iniake
N~.l
stroke.'
lock nut
valve
clearance
.
, >
~"
::.,
~;!
.....
'1~~
:":1
at
top
dead
lU1IlS
will
approximately
or
exhauststroke,
360' in the
piston
is
for
the
by
{"''';,
~
,'"
n'
--
--
~.,
not
adjusting
center
be
moved
direction
now
turning
on
th~compression
When
the
20'
in
both
directions.
is
at
top
dead
In
such
a case,
of
~ngine
'.
at
top
dead
center
on
·screW.
With a
ann
and valve
the
adjusting
O.25mm,
(O.,009BINCHES)
INTAKE & EXHAUST
fe~ler
cap,
screw.
.
.
TDC
(TOP
MARK
AND
NO.4
DEAD
FOR
CENTER)
1
TDC
MARK
'NO.2
AND
NO.3
PISTONS
S.
After
tbe valve clearance on
,
bave,
been
adjuste!!.
below
for eit\lerthe t\lIee
tbecraDksh/lft
adjus(the
Repeat
FlRlNG,QR!)ER
Three
Cylhidetl-
Four
cYIlndeI 1
6.
After
allyalves
tnre;e.
cOfflplew'revolutions
steps #3. -
7..
Install the rocker
ROCKERCOVER BOLT TORQUE: 2 - 3 It-Ib (0.3 -
iI!,
the
valves
fQr'th~next
nntil aIr cylinder valves
3 - 2 240
~
3 -
bave
#5.
cover.
the
valves
for
No.1
cylinder
Follow
the
firing
order
seq~ence
OI
four cylil!derl!\odel.
directiol!
4-2
l1e,n adjusted,turn the crook shaft
of
l!orinalIQtatiOI!
cylindel
are
adjnsted.
degrees
180
degrees
and
recheck
il1tbe
of
of crank sjlaft rotation
valve
Ro/jlte
and
firing order.
crank shaft rotation
'Clearances'
two
followi'ng
0.45
m-kg)
to
1;-'1.f!irre~
,~J~e.~erator$
2'5
TESTING
Make
the
must
1.
2.
certain
air
intake
also
Warm
Move
fuel.
ENGINE
be
in
the
the
(Disconnect
used).
3.
Remove
the
der on
TESTING
all
compression
which
ENGINE
COMPRESSION
COMPRESSION
the
oil
level
(dipstick)
filter
is
clean.
The
good
condition.
engine
to
normal
control
lever
to a
the
wires
the
glow
plugs
gauge/adapter
the
compression
NOTE:
ments
below
is
battery
operating
position
if a
fuel
from
the
combination
is
to
be
is
ENGINE
WESTERBEKE
performed
provided
at
the
and
temperature.
for
shutdown
engine
be
measured.
PRESSURE
GAUGE
by
to
assist
correct
starter
motor
shutting off
solenoid
and
to
tbe
ADJUSTMENTS
recommends
a competent
the
level
and
the
is
install
cylin-
that
engine
mechanic.
FUEL
In
injectors
injection
loss of
in
clean
injector
Before
base
falling
out
the
free
The
washer.
replaced
installed.
Injeclor
the
following
mechanic.
INJECTORS
case
of
severe
checked
service
positive
injector
faults.
room
as a spare
removing
of
the
injector
down
easily
and
injector
it,
and
then
injector
This
with a new
to
Cylinder
engine
The
[n/ormation
vibrations
and
overhauled
center.
fuel
pressure
Since
enviroment,
should
the
old
to
help
into
the
injector
is
held
in
side-to-side
lift it
out.
seats
in
the
washer
should
washer
Head
Tightening
adjust-
and
Poor
fuel
to
fuel
injectors
it
is
best
a problem
injector,
prevent
hole.
by
carbon
with
the
cylinder
be
when
Torque
detonation
by
quality,
the
injection
to
an
authorized
contaminants
must
carry
at
noise,
be
oCCur.
clean
the
area
any
r)lst
If the injector will
build-up
aid
of
the
socket wrench
head
on
a copper sealing
removed
the
new
40
with
± 4
injector
ft-Ib
have
the
fuel
and
pump can result
serviced
least one
or
debris
or
the like,
the
extra
around
from
injector
in
not
work
a
the
lift
and
is
(5.5 ± 0.5
kgf-m)
to
4.
Close
the
raw
water
seacock
5.
Crank
the
engine
and
maximum
6.
Repeat
Compression
Maximum
(3
kgf/cm2)
NOTE:
If
repair
7.
Re-install
the
8.
Open the raw water seacock (thru-hull).
LOW
COMPRESSION
When
applying a
plug
hole.
Install
reading,
this
process
pressure
permissible
the
readings
threads)
low coinpression
small
Allow
the
pressure
the
and
are
glow
reset
amount
the
oil
gauge
then
for
427
difference
plugs
is
to
compression reading rises
rings.
If
the
the
valves.
A slight
both
the
compression
rise
rings
valve
in
compression
and
the
valves.
(thru-hull).
allow
the
gauge
record
that
each
cylinder.
psi
(30
kgf/cm2)
between
below
the
limit,
(use anti-seize
the
fuel
shut-off
found,
detennine
of
oil
in
the
settle.
and
repeat
dramatically,
does
not
rise,
would indicate a
to
reach a
reading.
af
290
rpm.
cylinders
the
is
42.7
engine
compound
to
the
the
cause
cylinder thru
the
above
test.
the fault
the
problem
problem
run
is
the
with
psi
needs
on
position.
by
glow
If the
the
is
with
with
FUEL
INJECTOR
~
WESTERBEKE
~1?1J9~fJ~~_&.
Generators
26
FUEL
INJECTORS
REMOVING
NOTE:
1.
Disconnect the
loosen
and
bending
2.
Using a 17mm
its
lose
the
NOTE:
prior
any
hole.
by
side
it
and
3.
The
ing
injector and replaced with
tor
INJECTION
1.
Using
tion
limit,
tester,
THE
INJECTORS
Injector
must
be
high
the
lines at
move
them
out
the
lines.
long
entirety
carbon
the
two
fuel
return line
Clean
to
lifting
rust
or
If
the
with
the
then
injector
washer.
is
reinstalled.
from
sealing
the
it
debris
injector
build
aid
lift
it
seats
This
TESTING
the
nozzle
starting pressure of nozzle
adjust or replace
take the
following
serviced
pressure
their
of
socket,
the
top
washers
to
area
out
of
from
will
up
or
of
the
out.
in
the
washer
tester,
in a "clean
attachment
the
way
remove
of
the
each
injector.
around
the
cylinder
falling
not
lift
the
like,
J7mm
cylinder
should
a
new
check
the
nozzle.
precautions:
lines
from
of
the
injectors.
and
banjo
the
base
down
out
work
deep
head
be
removed
washer
the
spray
and,
When
room"
the injectors
to
the
injection pump
injectors.
the
fuel
Take
bolt that
of
the
head
to
into
the
easily
and
the
injector
socket
wrench
on
a copper seal-
when
pattern
if
it
exceeds
using nozzle
environment.
and
Avoid
retum line
care not
to
attaches
injector
help
prevent
injector
is
held
in
side
to
to
free
with the
the
injec-
and
injec-
the
in
Inspecting
1,
Operate
one
rectly
injects
strips.
defect.
ging
cleaned before
expose
and
Spray
the hand lever of
stroke
per
in
its
axial
fuel
in
Also, a spray
These defects
with
dust
ones
cause
infection.)
.
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NORMAL
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111
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lull'
ml;\
2.
Apply
the
pressure of
by operating the hand
tip.
nozzle
on the
repl~ced.
remain
indicate a
If
bottom,
A very
on
the tip of
defect.
[I
Pattern
the
nozzle tester
second
to
check
if
the
fuel
direction.
an
oblique direction or
and,
reassembly.
skin
to
CHATTERING
it drips
it is
small
A nozzle
in
the
form
may
sometimes
therefore,
(Care should'be taken not
this
spray
l1IJ
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FAULTY
,~
..
,
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I~"
1635
lb/in' (115 kg/em') to nozzle
lever,
and check
or
has
a large accumulation 'of fuel
considered
amount
the
nozzle;
is
defective
in
several
of particles indicates a
be
caused by clog-
all
parts
should
as
it
may
penetrate the skin
U]J]I
TEST
the
defective
of
however,
fuel
and
may
at
intervals
is
injected cor-
if
separate
be carefully
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drips
from the
should be
sometimes
this
does not
of
it
to
A
CAUTION:
such
of
skin
enters
a.
b.
c.
d.
e.
velocity
of
fingers
the
If
the
diesel
replace
it.
Set
the
nozzle tester
dust
or dirt.
Mount
the nozzle
tester.
Use
the
fuel
68' F (20' C)
of
Operate
bleed
the air
lever
at
intervals of one stroke per.second
ing
the injection starting pressure.
The
that
and
hands,
bloodstream,
fuel
of
At
the
same
and
at
the
the
hand
lever
in
the
spray
injected
it
may
ppnetrate
destroying
it
may
the
nozzle tester
time, clean
in
a clean place
nozzle holder on·the nozzle
approximate temperature
of
nozzle
nozzle
line,
INJECTION
1920
cause
tester
then
PRESSURE
PSI
from
deeply
tissue.
blood
is
discolored,
or
replace
where
several
move
the
while
nozzle
is
into
the
If
it
poisoning.
the
filter.
there
is
no
times
the
hand
read-
to
DRIP
TEST
The injection starting pressure
increasing
The shim
(0.05
With each
increased approximately 71.1lb/in' (5.0 kg/em').
replacing
remove
the specified
or
has
mm)~
between
0.0020in
the
the
body
decreasing
10
different
0.0049in
(0.05mm)
shim,
grip
with a
torque:
for
the
injectors
the
thickness
thicknesses
(1.25mm).to
the
retaining nut
wrench.
of
the
for
every
0.0669in
increase, injection pressure
in a vise
Tighten the
is
adjusting shim.
retruning
~
ADJUSTING
SHIM
adjusted
0.0020 in
(1.7mm)
When
and
nut to
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THICKNESS
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WESTERBEKE
Engines
27
& .Generators
FUEL
INJECTION
TIMING
PREPARATION
a. Close the
h. Disconnect
cylinder head
c. Remove
pump.
holder.
injection
d.Connect the fuel injection
e.
Hold
(Generator)
INSPECTION
a.
Open the
ON
NOTE:
Fuel
pressure
if the
engine
fuel flow
h.
Slowly
open end of
coming out
NOTE:
Tum
do
step
c.
The fuel injection timing
crankshaft pulley is aligned
gear case when
FUEL
INJECTION
fuel
shut-off
the
No.1
and
No.1
delivery
Remove
Restore
the
the
pump.
speed
control lever in
remove
[Fuel
fuel
shut-off
position and press
will
come
when
the
starter switch
is equipped with
into
the
container.
tum
the
the
is
the
the
crankshaft
b again
to
verify
TIMING:
valve.
fuel
injection
valve
the
delivery
delivery
the
fuel
Flow
Method]
valve.
preheat.
from
the
injection
an
crankshaft
injection
fuel injection
in
reverse
the
injection
fuel
stops
BlDC
17'
injection pipe from
pump.
holder from the injection
valve
and
valve
holder
pipe
to
the
the
low
shut-off solenoid.
Turn
the hey switch
pipe with
key
is turned
electric
fuel
clockwise,
pipe.
The
instant
timing.
direction.iust a
timing.
is
correct if the IT mark
with
the mark
from
the
injection
(STANDARD)
the
spring
only
injection
speed
high
to
ON
pump.
looking at
fuel
on
from
the
to
the
pump.
position.
to
position
Direct
the
stops
little
on
the
timing
pipe.
the
and
the
ADJUSTMENT
a.
If
the
fuel
injection
it
RANGE:
(0.0079
in) and
to
prevent
the
timing
fuel
injection
shims
to
advance
STANDARD ± 1.5
shims
in),
0.8mm
Apply
oil
has
filter
pipe
thickness of
increase or decrease of
will vary the timing by
h. Increase the thickness of the
or decrease
ADJUSTMENT
Four kinds of
0.2mm
(0.0157
no
identification, measure the
with calipers before using
A
CAUTION:
shim
c.
After
correct.
d.Close the
and
timing
is
under the
the
10.
the
are
available
0.3mm
(0.0315
it.
sealant
leaks.
been
adjusted,
valve
and
to
the
original
TDC
MARK
incorrect,
fuel
shims
shims
timing.
(0.0118
restore
change the
injection pump. An
by
O.1mm
to
0
in
thicknesses
in),
in).
These
thickness
to
both
make
state.
17' 19'
f
,
(0.004 in)
.
retard the timing
O.4mm
shims have
of
each shim
faces
of
sure it is
the
delivery valve
20'
each
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the
delivery
is a good chance
pump.
In
this
remove
No.1
fuel
injection pipe at the fuel
head).
system.
the crankshaft clockwise nntil
free
end of
the
case.
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retarded.
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making a shim
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the delivery valve.
injection pipe
the
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this
adjustment.
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Generators
28
GLOW
PLUGS
DESCRIPTION
The
glow
plugs
are
When
.should
PREHEAT
"click"
on
is
and
INSPECTION
To
inspect
the
plug,
tions,
then
unscrew
head.
soft
oil
deposits.
bum
Thoroughly
brush
erosion;
and
While-
clean
cleaning
cleaning,
if
it
has
TESTING
An
accurate
Touch
other
plug
used
an
ammeter
A
to
the
testing
way
to
one
prod
to
the
to
the
body
of
will
have a 0.4 -0.6
with
the
plug
in
to
test
the
WARNING:
touch.
the
These
Be
careful
plugs.
wired
pressed
the
remove
or
unclarnp
each
solution
eroded
test
glow
glow
the
glow
or
out of the
power
glow
through
glow
ohm
not
the
preheat
at
the
control
panel
plug
should
the electrical teoninal
each
plug
from
plug's
tip
and
to
examine
too
much,
plugs
plug's
plug,
resistance.
drain
plugs
to
burn
remove
wire
as
engine.
(5
all
the
tip
replace
is
with
an
connection,
shown. A good
This
You
- 6
amps
lvill
become
your
solenoid.
this
begin
to
connec-
the
threads
the
carbon
for
wear
the
ohmmeter.
method
can
per
plug).
very
fingers
solenoid
get
hot.
cylinder
with
a
and
and
plug.
and
the
glow
can
also
use_
hot
when
be
Re-install
plugs
should
seconds.
circuit
When
pound
on
A
WARNING:
than
30
Glow
Plug
the
plugs
get
very
If
the
plugs
reinstalling
the
threads.
seconds.
Tightening
Torque
in
the
engine
~nd
hot
(at
the
teonina!
don't
heat
up
the
glow
Do
not
keep a glow
7
-11
ff-Ib
TESTING A GLOW
WITH
AN
DHMMETER
test
quickly,
plugs,
plug
(1.D
-1.5
PLUG
them
end)
check
use
on
m-kg)
anti-seize
again.
The
within 7 to
for a short
com-
for
more
TERMINAL
END
TIP
15
TESTING A GLOW
USING A TEST
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PLUG
LIGHT
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WESTERBEKE
Engines &' Generators
29
DESCRIPTION
STARTER
MOTOR
The starter
high-speed internal-reduction
separate from the
pinion shaft. A
shaft
exposed outside
smoothly without becoming
motor shaft
lever mechanism,
. are identical
is a new
and
a pinion
is
'TERMINALS--~
MOTOR
type,
motor
reduction
shaft.
the
starter
supported
switch
to
conventional
small,
shaft;
gear
The
so
at both
and
.....
pinion
fouled
ones.
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TYPICAL
STARTER
REFER
DIAGRAM
MOTOR
TO
THE
IN
WIRING
THIS
MANUAL
.
TROUBLESHOOTING
A
WARNING:
procedures
Sparks
could
must
cause
The
not
an
be
following
used
explosion
light-weight and is called a
starter.
The pinion shaft
the
pinion
slides only
is
installed between the motor
sliding part is not
that
the
pinion may slide
with
dust and grease. The
ends
on
baJl
bearings. The
overrunning
clutch inner circuit
SOLENOID
emergency
with
gasoline
and
fire.
on
starting
engines.
is
the
SOLENOIO
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'IGNITION
TERMINAL
To
test the ignition
is
one of the
circuit). Use a
from
that ignition
terminal
If
circuit.
If
motor
on
the starter cranks, the fault
the solenoid clicks but nothing happens, the starter
is probably faulty.
SOLENOID
circuit,
small
tenninal stnds
screwdriver;
terminal
the
solenoid.
~
locate the ignition(s) tenninal (it
and
is
wired
to
don't touch the
to the positive battery connection
lies
blade,
with the ignltion
TERMINAL
the ignition
to jump
Prior to testing,
charge and that
(terminals) are clean
the ground wire connections on
1b
check the
seconds, never
hand along the
that indicate
Using a multimeter, test the voltage between the positive
tenninal stnd on
(ground).
If
you
read
make
the
starting
and
wiring,
try cranking
more
than
wires
resistance.
the
start solenoid
12
volts,
certain
the
ships
batteries are at full
system
wiring connections
tight.
Pay
particular attention to
the
engine block.
the
starter
for"a
10
seconds
and
terminals
Repair or replace any trouble
the
starter is faulty.
at a time, then run your
looking for warm spots
and
the engine block
few
spots.
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IGNITION
TERMINAL
If
nothing happens
the
of
and
that
stored
potentially
battery isolation
There
terminals.
nearby.
current.. Check
wiring connections. it
defective.
A
WARNING:
fly
when
jumping
space
is
free
gasoline,
materials
at
all,
the solenoid
is
also possible that
will
be
Be
explosive
there
are
NO
r""'--J(M)
is
switch
the
'arching
and
certain
fumes,
flammable
POSITIVE
TERMINAL
TERMINAL
~
not getting
and
inspect the
solenoid
sparks
the
engine
especially
solvents
is
will
or
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Engines &
30
Gen~rators
STARTER
MOTOR
A
WARNING:
When
perfonning
position-yourself-safely-away-from
the
engine
in
case
the
engine
starts-up.
other
crllw
members
IGNITION
TERMINAL
Test
again
by jumping
screwdriver
screwdriver blade
would cause a short
blade finnly between
to
of
the
touch
the
danger.
two
large tenninal
the
solenoid
the
these
procedures,
themoving-jlarfs
Also
warn
POSITIVE
studs.
Hold
studs.
Do not
allow
or starter
casing,
of
the
the
this
EMERGENCY
Corrosion
cancauseilie sporadic-problemoLilieenginestarting_one
time
but
will
need.
It is
however,
starter
lightly
Wiili
ilie
starter/solenoid
to
the
not
anoilier.
to
be
sometimes
wiili a small
battery
START
starter
brushes
If
corrosion
rebuilt.
switch
off
casing
as
andlor
possible
hammer.
and
no
shown,
ilie
is
ilie
to
get
ignition,.
ilien
try
solenoid
problem,
started
tap
to start the
contacts
ilie starter
by
taping
lightly
engine.
on
__
ilie
ilie
_
AWARNING:
starting
the
.
If
the
If
the
If
no
solenoid.
NOTE:
In
the
that
using a screwdriver
will
starter switch
it will
though
current
screwdriver.
starter
starter
arching occurred,
Stalter "wtors
pre-engaged
engages
run
create
spins, the solenoid is faulty.
fails to spin, the motor is probably faulty.
the
stalter motor
the
nwtor without engaging
on
enough
the
contacts inside
There
will
should
be
flowing
there
are
either inertia
nwdel,
the
to
bypass
to
provide pow.,.
magnetic field for
the
be
arching
is no juice reaching
sole/wid
to
the
the
solenoid
sole/wid
thru
type
also
flywheel
the
flywheel.
to
the
the
are
as
the
the
blade
or
pre-engaged.
nwves
of
on
such a starter
solelwid.
ann
to
bad.
full
of
the
an
the
engine.
ThI7l
Hopefully
move
ann
the
even
If
that
fails,
turn
member
wiili
contact
the starter
tum
ilie
hammer.,
to
start
will
the
need
SERVICE
WESTERBEKE
serviced
center,
If
certified
USCG
dealer.
TO
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
or
rebuilt at
replacing
the
for
marine
standards.
REMOVE
Disconnect
If
necessary,
to
ti,e
starter
Label
and
disconnect
allow
wires
Remove
Remove
starter
obstructions,
tile starter
the
will
have
1he
ilie
battery
ignition
the
uses a standard
starter
FOR
remove
motor.
to
starter
on
'This
may
engine.
When
to
be
repaired
any
starter
motor,
use.
Automotive
If
in
doub~
SERVICE
negative
any
the
touch,
tape
mounting
from
to
be
turned
switch
on
and
off
rapidly
loosen
ilie
you
reach a reparr
.
starter
motor
make
certain
starters
contact
your
battery
cable.
components
wiring
from
over
ilie
bolts.
the
engine.
to a different
and
have a crew
as
you
brushes
automotive
terminals).
and
motor
which
ilie
new
do
not
WESTERBEKE
to
gain
full
the
starter.
In
some
cases
angle
tap
again
allow
facility,
can
service
motor
meet
access
(Do
tile
to
clear
"
be
is
not
Engines & Generators
-'-,
31
ALTERNATORS
50
AMP
MITSUBISHI
TESTING/TROUBLESHDOTING
ALTERNATOR
VOLTAGE
The integral voltage regulator
device which senses
~ ~ thecvoltage~appliedt()~thefie\d
system voltage.
The regulator desigu
thick-film
adjusted
encapsulated
possible
REGULATOR
is
an
electronic switching
the
system
voltage level and switches
in
order to'maintain a proper
utilizes
all-silicon
assembly'
to
the
damage
techniques.
proper
regulating
to
protect the circuit and the components from
due
to
handliug
semi
After the voltage has been
valve,
the entire circuit
or
vibration.
conductors and
is
REFER
TO
THE
DIAGRAM
MANUAL
WIRING
WIRING
IN
THIS
FOR
ALL
CONNECTIONS
DESCRIPTION
The following mfonnation applies
that are supplied with WESTERBEKE'S Engines and
GeneratorS.
ELECTRICAL
The charging system consists
regulator,
circuit breaker and a batteIy with connecting cables. Because
of
the
use
regulator
back
of
It
is
desirable
voltage regulator) using the wiring barness and electrical
loads that are a pennanent part
provide the technician with an operational test
charging system
electrical system.
ALTERNATOR
The stator is connected to a three-phase, full-wave bridge
rectifier package which contains six diodes.
converts the
ba!teIy charging and accessories,
Power
to
altematoris provided by the field diode (or diode trio)
paCkage
These alternators produce a rated output of 50 or
rated output
rpm at
alternators are desigued to operate
range nf<40'to'2i2"F-(<41l'-to i1l0'C).
CHARGING
an engine
of
is
veIy compact and is mounted internally or
the alternator.
DC
wiring hamess, a mounted DC
integrated circuits
to
test the charging system (alternator and
as
well
as
DESCRIPTION
AC
generated in the stator
the regulator and the field
contained in the alternator.
is
achieved at approximately 6000 alternator
an
ambient temperature
to
the standard alternators
CIRCUIT
of
an altemator with a voltage
O(::'s),
the electronic voltage
of
the system and will then
of
the major components
The
to a DC
of
the integral regulator
of
75'P
(23.8'C). The
in
an ambient temperature
on
the
of
the
bridge
output for
51
amps.
the
ALTERNATOR
Use
this
exists with
determined
have a qualified technician
A
WARNING:
alternator
alternator
LOW
BATTERY/fAULTY
If
the starter
of
spinning
faulty connection
problem.
PRELIMINARY
Before starting the
testing the following
L Make certsin your
2.
Check the drive belts for
if
it is
3.
Check that all terminals, connectors and
and tight. Loose or
resistance and
undercharging or
corroded battery cables
reaching a fully charged condition.
4.
Check the condition
A low or discharged battery
readings in the
NOTE:
An
selector
the
batteries
with
the
starting
OK
ond
TROUBLESHOOTING
troubleshooting
the
charging circuit
that
the
can
become
until
alternator
A
working
if
bas
section
to
or
with the alternator.
or voltage regulator
check
it.
alternator
very
bot.
cooled.
CIRCUIT
only
moans
or
makes
a clicking sound instead
the
engine
to
life
it
is
likely a
in.
the starting circuit and not
INSPECTION
actual
alternator
checks
are
recommended.
worn
isolator
switch
so
nouse
battery
the
problem
alternator
or
glazed.
corrO<jed
this
could
damage
tests.
with a diode, a solenoid,
is
usually
the
starting
batteries.
but
not
is
is
securely
proper
corulections
cause
overcharging,
to
the
could
prevent the battery from
of
the
batteIy and charge
may
mounted
battery
if
the
isolator
the
house
battery,
ill
the
battery
determine
Do
and voltage
tension. Replace the belt
charging
cause false
ill
is not
if
runs
hot. A failed
not
touch
low
battery or a
mounted.
plugs
cause
systern.
or a
the circuit
discharged
is
charging
the
altemator is
charging
a problern
If
it is
is
faulty,
the
an
alternator
regulator,
are
clean
high
Badly
if
necessary.
or
misleading
battelY
to
isolate
along
the
circuit.
Englnes~
G.enerators
32
TESTING
THE
ALTERNATORS
ALTERNATOR
TESTING/TROUBLESHOOTING
MEASURING
BATTERY
ENGINE
VOLTAGE
OFF)
ACAUTIDN:
-------_.-
certain
that
away
from
1.
~tart
the Engine.
2.
After
the
stuting
multimeter
a.
If
the
alternator
b.
If
tl1e
exists
continue
Belor~
starling
-
everyone
sheaves
engine
battery
set
voltage
is
voltage
with
with
is
clear
and
belts
has
run
for a
voltage
on
working.
either
at
DC
volts.
is
increasing
remains
Steps 3 1hrough
around
the
a1termitor
the
MEASURING
BATTERY
(ENGINE
3. 'furn off the engine. Inspect all
Ensure
connections
4.
If
a battery
!\lat
5.
Check
condition
VOLTAGE
RUNNING)
iliat
selector
it
is
on
the
battery
the
ilie
battery
are
the
correct
reading
~~~
tight
switch
voltage.
tenninals
and
clean
is
setting.
If
should
the
of
moving
during
few
battery
toward
12
or
6,
wiring
and
in
the
your
be
12
fJ/Igine
make
parts!
test
procedures.
minutes,
volts,
battery
measure
tenninals
14
volts,
a problem
ilie charging
and
the engine
charging
is
to
13
volts.·
..
_
Keep
the
using
a
the
circuit;
connections.
ground
circuit,ensure
.
in
good
TESTING
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
THE
Connect the positive probe
connect
Wiggle
voltmeter.
battery voltage,
obtained, or
output circuit for loose or dirty connections
damaged wiring.
Start
Repeat ilie same measurement, the negative probe
ground;
The voltage reading should
volts.
it