
BEFORE YOU OPERATE
This section of the Operation Manual
describes the diesel fuel, engine oil, and
engine coolant specifications and how to
replenish them. It also describes the daily
engine checkout.
Before performing any operations within this
section, review the Safety section on
page 4.
DIESEL FUEL
DANGER! Diesel fuel is flammable and
explosive under certain conditions.
Refer to Fire and Explosion Hazard on
page 5.
Diesel Fuel Specifications
NOTICE: Only use diesel fuels
recommended by Yanmar Marine for the
best engine performance, to prevent engine
damage and to comply with EPA warranty
requirements. Only use clean diesel fuel.
Diesel fuel should comply with the following
specifications. The table lists several
worldwide specifications for diesel fuels.
DIESEL FUEL
SPECIFICATION
LOCATION
No. 2-D, No. 1-D, ASTM
D975
USA
EN590:96
European Union
ISO 8217 DMX
International
BS 2869-A1 or A2
United Kingdom
JIS K2204 Grade No. 2
Japan
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