Volvo Penta D3, Operator'S Manual

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Gauges
These instruments are sold as engine options by Volvo
Penta.
The tachometer displays engine speed; multiply the
value shown on the dial by 1,000 to get the number of
engine revolutions per minute.
Engine hours is displayed in the tachometer window.
When a function is activated a symbol shows shortly in
the dispaly.
1 Fuel level gauge
The fuel level gauge shows the quantity of
remaining fuel.
2 Voltmeter, battery charging
The meter shows the alternator charge current.
During operations the charge voltage should be
around 14 V. When the engine is stopped and
electrical power switched on the battery voltage
should be around 12 V.
3 Coolant temperature gauge
The instrument shows engine coolant tempera-
ture. During operations coolant temperature
should normally be between 75-95°C
(167-203°F).
4 Oil pressure gauge
The oil pressure gauge displays engine oil pres-
sure. During operations the oil pressure gauge
should normally show 3-6 bar. At idle, lower val-
ues are normal.
5 Fresh water level sensor
Freshwater tank level gauge.
6 Rudder position indicator
The instrument shows rudder position.
7 Trim indicator, analog, for Aquamatic
engines
The analog indicator shows the position of the
stern drive in relation to the transom shield.
8 Trim indicator, digital, for Aquamatic
engines
The digital indicator shows the position of the
stern drive in relation to the transom shield.
9 Alarm monitor
The alarm monitor gives a visual warning to call
attention to any alarms that occur.
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