OPERATION MANUAL
Beneteau 43 - Olivetta
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– Engine
Engine
Olivetta is powered by a Yanmar 50HP diesel and cruises at seven knots at
1800 revs.
One 160 litre fuel tank gives a cruising range of 280 miles or 40 hours running.
To Start Engine
1.
Select neutral with gear lever in central position.
2.
Press the power button
ON
and listen for the alarm buzzer.
3.
Press the starter button.
To Stop Engine
1.
Select neutral.
2.
Press stop button.
3.
After the engine has stopped, switch off the power by pressing the power button
again.
To Engage Gears
Move the throttle to central position and red button will automatically pop out. Move the
throttle lever forward to forward gear and back for reverse.
Always pause at neutral for a few seconds when changing gears.
To Disengage Gears
Return lever to neutral position, push red button in and move lever forward to increase
revs.
Checking of oil and coolant in the engines is not necessary during your charter unless
a problem occurs.
It is a good idea to check there is adequate cooling water coming from the engine
exhaust after starting.
An audible alarm will sound at the engine control panel if the motor has a fault.
If an engine alarm sounds while engine is still running
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Stop the engine.
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Call Cumberland Base for advice and assistance
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