Amel FR-AML SM, User Manual

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User’s guide
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The coolant overflow container is situated above the engine, on the aft end (see Picture 46 –
Gas-oil tank ).
About the exhaust circuit on the main engine :
It is fitted with a muffler where the exhaust gas are mixed with seawater and therefore cooled
down. When the engine is running, make sure that seawater flows out of the exhaust
discharge outlet on the hull (portside).
1.2.2 AMEL transmission
DANGER !
Don't touch or let clothes or hair get in
contact with the AMEL transmission while the engine is
running. The moving parts (shafts, wheels, coupling…)
could cause severe damage. Before starting the engine,
check that neither tools nor towels remain around it. The
transmission and the engine can get very hot while
running and after use : avoid any contact with body or
clothes.
Any electrical or mechanic work should be done by
skilled staff, with appropriate tools and protective
equipment (gloves, glasses …).
Before starting any work, make sure the engine is off
and disconnected from battery, shut off the fuel tank
outlet.
The AMEL transmission in front of the gearbox is made out of two pairs of bevel gears
running in a housing full of oil, making the transmission of power to the propeller safe, quiet
and reliable.
Picture 4 – Transmission
Hydraulic
brake
Transmission
Gearbox