BENETEAU 323
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Apr. 01, 2004
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Starting the Engine
Insert the ignition key and turn it to "ON" (and then to the intermediate preheat position if your boat's engine
has this system). A warning alarm will sound as you start up - the engine manual explains the meaning of
this alarm and its operation.
Press the starter button or turn the key, as appropriate, and release the button or key, as soon as the engine is
running
CHECK THE ENGINE EXHAUST FOR COOLING WATER DISCHARGE,
IMMEDIATELY STOP THE ENGINE AND CHECK THE RAW WATER SYSTEM. IF NO
COOLING WATER IS DISCHARGED FROM THE EXHAUST.
Let the engine run for a moment, and
then bring the throttle lever back to the idle position. After you engage the clutch, increase the engine speed
very gradually (it should take at least five minutes to reach cruising speed), because a diesel engine will
warm up only when it is under load.
Do not operate the starter for more than 10 seconds at a time. If the engine does not start, wait at least 30
seconds before trying again.
CAUTION! OVER CRANKING AN ENGINE WITH A WATER LIFT MUFFLER CAN CAUSE
DAMAGE! IF THE ENGINE DOES NOT START, CLOSE THE THRU HULL AND SEEK
ASSISTANCE.
Once engine has started, check that the warning lights for oil and coolant pressure have gone out, and that the
batteries are charging properly.
Check that the coolant water is circulating correctly, water should be either venting through the exhaust or
passing through the heat-exchanger return circuit, depending on the cooling system fitted.
CAUTION! NEVER OPERATE THE BATTERY CIRCUIT SWITCH OR THE IGNITION KEY
WHEN THE ENGINE IS RUNNING. THE RESULTING CURRENT SURGE WILL DAMAGE
THE ALTERNATOR DIODES.
Engage the clutch firmly but not harshly. Do not rev the engine hard. When shifting from forward to
reverse, or vice versa, the lever should be held in the neutral position for a moment before proceeding.
Shifting should be performed with RPM reduced to idle. Keep a regular watch to make sure that the coolant
water is circulating properly.
Stopping the Engine
To stop the engine:
1.
Place throttle/transmission lever in the idle/neutral position.
2.
Let engine idle for one (1) minute to allow it to cool down.
3.
Engage the engine kill button or handle until the engine stops.
4.
Turn the key to the "OFF" position.
CAUTION! DO NOT SWITCH BATTERY SELECTOR UNTIL THE ENGINE HAS COME TO A
COMPLETE STOP! THIS WILL PREVENT ALTERNATOR DIODE DAMAGE.
CAUTION! IF YOU CLOSE THE FUEL AND SEA WATER VALVES AFTER STOPPING THE
ENGINE, BE SURE TO RE-OPEN THEM BEFORE RESTARTING. FAILURE TO DO SO COULD
CAUSE ENGINE TO OVER-HEAT AND CAUSE DAMAGE TO THE PUMP IMPELLER OR
CAUSE FUEL LINES TO BECOME AIR LOCKED
FUELING
While employment of a diesel engine results in a greatly reduced fire hazard when compared to gasoline, it
should be remembered that diesel fuel is flammable, and that the employment of good fueling practices are
necessary. The following steps are provided as guidelines.
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