RDG603A81
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All Shire canal boat engines run on diesel fuel.
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Please note that when the vessel is to be left for any period of time, the fuel tank should
be left full to eliminate the build-up of condensation and formation of water in the fuel
tank.
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Engine to be turned off while refuelling.
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The use of renewable and alternative fuels that comply with the EN15940 standard is
permitted.
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This refers to GTL (Gas to Liquid), BTL (Biomass to Liquid) and HVO (Hydrotreated
Vegetable Oil) fuels.
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If an alternative fuel that does not comply with EN15940 is used, problems such as
seizure of the fuel injection pump may occur due to deterioration of fuel lubricity. This
will NOT be covered by warranty.
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Alternative fuels that comply with EN15940 have lower density and lower calorific
values per unit capacity than those of ordinary diesel fuels, thus it is expected that the
engine output will decrease.
6. Diesel Fuel Additive
The use of diesel fuel additive is recommended on Shire engines. The quality of the fuel
available when cruising is often unknown. Also, the fuel may have been in storage for long
periods of time. The use of additives will ensure that your engine fuel injection system is in
top condition which should result in many years of smooth reliable operation, without the cost
and inconvenience of expensive breakdowns due to poor quality fuel. It has also been found
that improvements in fuel consumption and start ability are an added benefit of using this
product. Diesel fuel additive is available from your Shire dealer in a handy 500ml container,
Part Number RDG80210219.
7. Single Lever Side Mount Operation - Optional (RDG9210055)
To engage forward or reverse gear:
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Lift the safety latch under the handle before shifting.
To rev the engine in neutral:
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Pull the lever out sideways from the main body.
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Lift the safety latch under the handle then shift.
8. Shifting in and out of gear
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The engine should only be shifted in and out of gear when the engine is warm, and
the idle speed is 1000 rpm. If the engine is shifted in and out of gear at a higher speed,
when the engine is cold, then gearbox damage will occur.
