RDG603A8 - Issue 1 - Shire 14 Canal Boat Complete Manual 30, 35, 38, 40, 45, 50.doc
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Diesel
Fuel
Additive
The use of diesel fuel additive is strongly recommended on Shanks & Shire engines.
The quality of the fuel available when cruising is often unknown; also the fuel may have
been in storage for long periods of time. The use of additives will ensure that your
engine fuel injection system is in top condition which should result in many years of
smooth reliable operation without the cost and inconvenience of expensive breakdowns
due to poor quality fuel. It has also been found that improvements in fuel consumption
and start ability are an added benefit of using this product.
Diesel fuel additive is available from your Shanks or Shire dealer in a handy 375ml
container, part number RDG80210219
.
7.
Exhaust Back Pressure
The back pressure falls within the manufacturers recommended range when using the
exhaust system supplied with the engine
.
SECTION 5 - Service Procedure
1.
Engine Oil and Filter Change
CAUTION:
WEAR DISPOSABLE GLOVES AND BEWARE OF HOT OIL AND ENGINE BLOCK.
REMOVE THE IGNITION KEY BEFORE WORKING IN ENGINE COMPARTMENT.
Change the engine oil while the engine is still hot.
Remove the blanking plug in the sump pump spout. [6mm Allen key] Note: Shire 50 has
two oil drain pumps, it is the pump mounted up higher on the engine.
Place a plastic tube over the spout and into a container. Operate the pump handle to
empty the sump. (Remember to refit the blanking plug afterwards).
Place a drip tray under the engine to catch the small amount of oil that will escape from
the oil filter. Using the strap type oil filter removal tool (supplied), slacken the filter from
the engine block in an anti clockwise direction, remove the tool and spin off the filter.
