RDG603A17 – Issue 1 – Shire 30_40_50 WB/RB Manual
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of the engine. It is essential that when the alternators are refitted that the alignment is
perfect or premature belt wear will occur.
12. Belt Replacement
CAUTION:
REMOVE THE IGNITION KEY BEFORE WORKING IN ENGINE COMPARTMENT.
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Ensure that you have the correct replacement belts before starting this procedure.
Some engines may have been fitted with non-standard optional alternators which
may not use the belt sizes listed. Make a note of these belt sizes upon delivery.
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Loosen the top adjuster bolts and the lower mounting pivot nut and bolt.
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Push the alternator towards the engine to loosen the belt.
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Remove the belt.
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Hold the belt in position over the top alternator pulley. Rotate the engine if required
by hand, to guide the new belt into the “vee”.
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Replace the seawater pump (if required).
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Re-tension the belt as above.
13. Control Panel Maintenance
CAUTION:
REMOVE THE IGNITION KEY BEFORE WORKING IN ENGINE COMPARTMENT.
TURN BATTERY ISOLATION SWITCHES OFF.
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To replace an illumination bulb:
Release the panel from its mounting. The bulbs
are accessible from the rear of the panel. Remove the wires, unscrew the nut and
pull out the bulb housing from the panel. Remove the bulb and replace. Refit bulb
housing, screw the nut back up and refit the wires.
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To replace any gauge:
Release the panel from its mounting. The gauges are
accessible from the rear of the panel. Unplug the wire connectors, unscrew and pull
the gauge out of the panel. Replace the gauge and refit. Reattach the wiring
connectors.
