RDG603A17 – Issue 1 – Shire 30_40_50 WB/RB Manual
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Ensure all oil and coolant levels are checked.
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Ensure both the engine and domestic batteries are connected. Both battery master
switches must be turned on. Failure to do so may damage the domestic alternator.
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Ensure that the raw water seacock is turned on.
2. Starting Procedure
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Ensure the gearshift control level is set to neutral and that persons are clear of any
moving parts.
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Insert ignition key.
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Turn key to on position. The glow plug light will illuminate.
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Observe warning lights (and gauges on deluxe panel). Note: The engine overheat
light will only illuminate when the water temperature exceeds the safe level. The
buzzer will also come on.
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Wait for the glow plug warning light to go out.
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Turn key to start and hold to crank.
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Crank the engine for no more than 15 seconds.
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Upon engine start, immediately release the key.
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Key will return to on position.
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The warning buzzer will stop and on the deluxe panel, the oil pressure gauge will
show an oil pressure of 3.5 - 4.5 bar (51 – 61 psi).
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Should any warning light not go out, or if there is no reading on the oil pressure
gauge, the buzzer will continue sounding. In this case, stop the engine immediately
and check the relevant system (Note: If the charge light does not go out, briefly
increase the engine speed).
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Once started check that sea water is coming out of the water cooled exhaust outlet
in the hull of the boat.
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Stop engine if any abnormal noises are detected.
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Visually check the engine for oil, fuel and coolant leaks, after initial start-up and at
regular intervals. Note: Engine must be stopped to carry out this check).
3. Stopping Procedure
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Move speed control lever to idle position.
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Turn key to off position.
4. Full Load Running
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Running diesel engines near there rated output (maximum load) regularly will
disperse accumulated carbon and condensation, enhancing engine life and reducing
emissions.
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