Operator`s manual
Batteries
If
batteries are
to
be left on board during the lay-up period, make sure they are fully charged, and will remain
that way,
to
prevent them from freezing. If there exists any doubt that the batteries will remain fully charged
or that they will be subjected to severe environmental conditions, remove the batteries and store them
in
a
warmer, more compatible environment.
Recommissioning
The recommissioning of your Westerbeke unit after a seasonal lay-up generally follows the same procedures
as those presented in the
"PREPARATIONS
FOR
STARTING" section, page 27, regarding preparation for
starting and normal starts. However, some of the lay-up procedures will need
to
be counteracted before
starting the engine.
1.
Remove the oil-soaked cloths from the intake manifold and from the through-hull exhaust port.
2. Remove the sea water pump cover and gasket. Discard the gasket. Install the sea water pump impeller
removed during lay-up (or a replacement,
if
required). Install the sea water pump cover with a new cover
gasket.
IWARNING!
Wear
rubber
gloves, a
rubber
apron, and eye
protection
when
servicing
batteries.
Lead acid batteries emit hydrogen, a highly-explosive gas, which can be ignited by electrical
arcing
or
a lighted cigarette, cigar, or pipe. Do
not
smoke
or
allow an open flame near the
battery being serviced.
Shut off all electrical equipment
in
the vicinity
to
prevent electrical ar-
cing during servicing.
3. Reinstall the batteries that were removed during the lay-up, and reconnect the battery cables, making sure
the terminals are clean and that the connections are tight. Check to make sure the batteries are
fully-
charged.
4. Check the condition of the zinc anode in the sea water circuit and clean or replace the anode as needed.
Note that
it
is
not necessary to flush the antifreeze/fresh water solution from the sea water coolant sys-
tem. When the unit
is
put into operation, the system will self-flush in a short period of time with no ad-
verse affects.
5. Start the unit in accordance with those procedures found in the "STARTING PROCEDURE" section of this
manual, page
28.
Weslerbeke Generators