Technical data

MAINTENANCE
PERIODIC ATTENTION:„
After you have taken delivery of your engine, it is important that you make the following checks right
after the first fifty hours of its operation.
Note: Transmissions generally require fluid change after the first 25 to 30 hours of operation. Refer to
the Transmission Section of this manual for details.
FIFTY HOUR CHECKOUT (INITIAL)
Do the following:
1. Re-torque the cylinder head bolts.
2. Re-torque the rocker bracket nuts
and adjust valve rocker clearance.
3. Check and adjust, if necessary, the
forward drum assembly and the
reverse band on manual SAO and
SA-1 transmissions.
4. Change engine lubricating oil and
oil filter.
5. Check for fuel and lubricating oil
leaks. Correct if necessary.
6. Check cooling system for leaks
and inspect water level.
7. Check for loose fittings, clamps,
connections, nuts, bolts, vee belt
tensions, etc. Pay particular
attention to loose engine mounts engine mount fittings. These could cause misalignment.
DAILY CHECKOUT
Do the following:
1. Check the sea water strainer, if one has been installed.
2. Check water level in cooling system.
3. Check lubricating oil level in sump. Fill to highest mark on dipstick.
4. Turn down grease cup on water pump, if used, one full turn.
5. Check fluid level in transmission. Fill to highest mark on dipstick with proper fluid.
SEASONAL CHECK-OUT (MORE OFTEN IF POSSIBLE)
Do the following:
1. Check generator, alternator and sea water pump "V" belts for proper tension.
2. Check water level in battery.
3. Change oil in sump. See Note.
4. Replace lubricating oil filter, Figure 2. See Note.
5. Fill sump with diesel lubricating oil to highest mark on dipstick. Refer to Specification page for
proper quantity of oil. Do Not Overfill. See Note.