Technical data

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Safety precautions
Use the lifting eyes fitted on the engine/reverse
gear when lifting the drive unit. Always check
that the lifting equipment used is in good condi-
tion and has the load capacity to lift the engine
(engine weight including reverse gear and any
extra equipment installed).
Use an adjustable lifting beam or lifting beam
specifically for the engine to raise the engine to
ensure safe handling and to avoid damaging en-
gine parts installed on the top of the engine. All
chains and cables should run parallel to each
other and as perpendicular as possible in rela-
tion to the top of the engine.
If extra equipment is installed on the engine
which alters its center of gravity a special lifting
device is required to obtain the correct balance
for safe handling.
Never carry out work on an engine suspended
on a hoist without other supporting equipment
attached.
Never work alone when removing heavy engine
components, even when using lifting devices
such as locking tackle lifts. When using a lifting
device two people are usually required to do the
work, one to take care of the lifting device and
another to ensure that components are lifted
clear and not damaged during the lifting opera-
tions. If working onboard a boat check before
starting work if there is enough room to carry
out removal work without risking personal injury
or damage to the engine or parts.
The components in the electrical system, in the
ignition system (gasoline engines) and in the
fuel system on Volvo Penta products are de-
signed and manufactured to minimize the risk
of fire and explosion. The engine must not be
run in areas where there are explosive materi-
als.
Always use the fuels recommended by Volvo
Penta. Refer to the Instruction manual. Use of
fuels that are of a lower quality can damage the
engine. On a diesel engine poor quality fuel can
cause the actuating rod to seize and the engine
to overrev with resulting risk of damage to the
engine and personal injury. Poor fuel quality can
also lead to higher maintenance costs.