Jeanneau 53, Owner'S Manual

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Motor
These instructions give detailed explanations on proper operation of the
engine.
- Refill before the fuel tanks have almost run dry (the fuel system may be
stopped for lack of fuel).
- Make sure you have enough fuel before sailing.
Access to the engine
Access to the engine is from the mess room.
You can check the main parts thanks to side hatches.
Engine water intake valve
The water inlet valve of the engine is essential in the engine operation.
- Keep the strainer under the hull as clean as possible.
- Brush the strainer whenever the boat is lifted out.
- Do not cover the strainer with antifouling paint.
It is essential that this valve is open before the engine is started (danger of rapid wear and
substantial damage to engine installation).
If water does not flow out:
- Stop the engine immediately.
- Check that the valve is open.
Close the water inlet valve if the boat is unattended for long.
Inspect and clean the water filter regularly.
Engine operation
Before starting the engine:
- Turn on the fuel valve.
- Open the valve of the engine cooling system and the valve of the stuffing box (see
stuffing box paragraph).
- Operate the battery switches and energise the electric system.
- Disengage the reverse gear (it will make the acceleration possible when in neutral).
- Attach the circuit breaker to the pilot.
DANGER
- Always start the engine with the control lever in neutral.
WARNING
- Never switch off or de-energise the electric system when the engine is
running.
- Imperatively operate the stop pull handle (or button) before using the
ignition key to switch off a diesel engine.
ADVICE - RECOMMENDATION
- Get used to checking immediately after starting the engine if water is expelled with the
exhaust gases.
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