PDQ Yachts 36 Capella, Owner'S Manual

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PDQ 36 Capella - Owner’s Manual
Auxiliary Engines 3-1
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Ensure that the Yamaha outboards’ green oil pressure lights are on when they are
running. If the oil pressure light goes out, stop the motor as quickly as possible. A
small jet of water at the back of the engine shows correct operation of the cooling
system.
Disconnect the batteries before removing the motors or performing any major
maintenance.
“LRC” Inboard Diesels
Auxiliary power is provided by two Yanmar 18 HP Diesel Sail drives, located in the
stern of each hull, and operated from the helm. Seacocks for cooling water, fuel filters
and shut-off valves are located within the engine compartments.
The Diesel’s manual contains an excellent and concise summary entitled, Basic
Rules… Please read the two-page section as a guide to other information you may need
from the manual. The motors will work better and last longer if you understand their
needs.
If the engine has been idle for more than a month, follow the manual’s pre-start
procedure for spreading lubricant through it.
When inserting the starter keys, make sure that each key goes into the correct ignition
lock. (You may simplify this by colour-coding the port and starboard keys with red and
green tape or a key tag) Do not try to force the key, as this may damage the ignition
lock.
Caution: Incorrect operation or failure to perform required
maintenance might jeopardize the manufacturer’s
warranty.
Starting Batteries
These are described in section 4-2.