Barrus SHIRE 14 30 WB, Manual

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RDG603A9 - Issue 1 - Shire 14 Workboat Owners Manual 30, 40, 50 Page 13 of 40
6. Engine Alignment

The gearbox output shaft flange and propeller shaft input flange must be almost
perfectly aligned. A maximum of ± 0.05mm (0.002") misalignment in any plane is
acceptable. Ensure alignment is rechecked after the first 4 hours of running, after the
first month, and thereafter annually.

If the engine is out of alignment it will result in excessive vibration and possible
damage to the stern tube and propeller shaft.

Boats that are fitted with fully flexible drive couplings should still have the engine and
shaft alignment as close as possible. A dummy shaft may be required for this
purpose. (Note: some types of flexible shaft couplings require the input and output to
be misaligned, check with the coupling manufacturer’s installation instructions).
7. Electrics

Do not attach any part, hose or cable to the engine wiring harness. There is a
warning label attached to the harness to remind you of this.

Connect the wiring extension harness multi plug to the panel plug, and the other end
to the engine. Connect the single wire that is adjacent to the 11 pin plug

Connect the start battery positive cable to the electrical terminal post adjacent to the
sump pump.

The starter motor battery cable must have a cross sectional area of at least 50mm
2
.
8. Engine
Oil

All Shire engines are supplied fully run in.

Check oil levels in engine and gearbox before starting.

Use a good quality engine oil SAE 15W/ 40 API class CD.
9. Fuel

Ensure the main fuel tank is clear of dirt & water.

A separate water trap is strongly advised.

Connect fuel feed and return hoses from engine to main supply and return lines to
main fuel tank, ensuring they are connected the correct way around. The hose to the
fuel lift pump is the inlet.

The engine hoses are supplied with
5
/
16
" (8mm) OD metal hose tails, and should be
securely fitted to the main supply and return pipes with compression fittings.

The engine hoses should have sufficient slack to absorb engine movement without