SEALINE S28, Owner'S Manual

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Sealine International Ltd. (V1.1)
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WARNING
Engines and Ancillary Equipment
General
The engines and stern drive fitted in your Sealine are designed for running in a hostile environment. Engine
owner’s manuals should be studied thoroughly. It is recommended that the manufacturer’s service schedule be
followed due to the specialised nature of the engines.
Running In
Your new engines and stern drives must be run in. Care should be taken during the first 20 hours not to operate
engines on full load. Details of this can be found in the engine owner’s manual. After running in, the engines must
be serviced or the manufacturers warranty may be become invalid. It is good practice even after the running in
period not to use the engines at peak revolutions for sustained periods.
Starting Engines
Before starting the engines check the engine and power steering oil levels, the engine’s fresh water coolant level
(
not when hot) and the cleanliness of seawater filters (if fitted). When those few checks have been carried out
lower the drives, turn the fuel tap to the “on” position then run the engine blower for a minimum of 4 minutes before
cranking. On petrol engines it may be necessary to use the throttle. To do this push in the button situated in the
base of the control lever. This will put the lever in the “Throttle Only” position. If necessary use the battery link
switch to provide extra power for starting. The battery link switch can be found on the helm panel
and should be
held down during engine starting. If the engine will not crank, check that the neutral gear has been selected.
The engine compartment bilge blower must be run for a minimum of 4 minutes prior to the engine start up. This will
remove any explosive vapours such as petrol and gas.
1. Warning
2.
Run engine compartment blower for at least 4 min.
3. Start engine
Neutral Safety Switch
Every control system has a safety switch incorporated into it. This device prevents the engine from being started
whilst the gearshift lever is in any other than the neutral position.
If the engine will not crank over, slight movement of the gearshift lever may be necessary to locate the neutral
position and disengage the safety cut out switch.
Control or cable adjustments are required to correct the above situation should it persist.
Diesel Alarm
The diesel alarm monitors engine temperature, alternator and oil pressure. Should the alarm keep sounding or
sound during use, stop the engine and investigate the problem, if in doubt refer to the engine manufacturer's
manual. There is a manual test switch for the alarm on the instrument should you wish to check that the alarm is
functioning correctly.
NOTE: This alarm does not monitor the gearbox oil levels.
Engine Instrumentation
Instruments will vary according to the different engine manufacturers. The normal operating condition for each
individual gauge should be noted from the engine handbook. Generally the following instruments are fitted as
standard:
Tachometer
The tachometer gives an accurate indication of engine speed in revolutions per minute (rpm). It is also essential for
the ‘running in’ period and economical cruising.