Volvo Penta KAD/KAMD300, Operator'S Manual

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Operation
It is important to learn how to operate the engine, controls and other equipment safely and properly before setting
off on a maiden voyage. Avoid violent and unexpected changes in course and gear engagement. There is a risk
that someone aboard will fall over or overboard.
WARNING! A rotating propeller can cause serious injury. Check that nobody is in the water before engaging
ahead or astern. Never drive near bathers or in areas where people could be in the water.
Check the instruments
Check the instruments and warning display directly after
start and regularly during operation.
Oil pressure
The oil pressure gauge must display 150–500 kPa during
normal operation. At engine idle this is normally lower.
The acoustic alarm sounds and the lamp in the warning dis-
play starts to flash if the oil pressure is too low.
IMPORTANT! In the event of a low oil pressure alarm:
Stop the engine immediately. Investigate and correct
the malfunction.
Engine coolant temperature (ECT)
The temperature gauge must display 75–90°C during normal
operation.
The acoustic alarm sounds and the lamp in the warning dis-
play starts to flash if the engine coolant temperature (ECT)
is too high.
IMPORTANT! In the event of a high engine coolant
temperature (ECT) alarm: Reduce engine speed to idle
(neutral). Stop the engine if the temperature does not
drop. Investigate and correct the malfunction.
Charging
The charge voltage must be at approximately 14 V.
The acoustic alarm sounds and the lamp in the warning
display starts to flash if there is no charging.
IMPORTANT! Operation if there is a charge failure will
lead to malfunctions and finally to an engine stoppage.
Investigate and attend to the fault.