After Engine Shutdown
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Check the genset and engine room for leaks.
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Close the fuel cock and seawater cock.
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Read off the hour counter and carry out preventive
maintenance according to the maintenance
schedule.
•
Turn off the main switch if the genset is not to be
used for a long period.
IMPORTANT!
Never turn the power off using the main switch while
the genset is running. This can damage the alternator.
IMPORTANT!
Make sure the generator heater is working properly to
avoid condensation in the generator.
Anti-freezing measures
If the engine room cannot be protected from frost, the
seawater system must be drained and the coolant in
the freshwater system must contain sufficient anti-
freeze to prevent it from freezing. Refer to chapter
.
WARNING!
If the raw water system bursts due to freezing, the
vessel could sink.
IMPORTANT!
If the coolant does not give sufficient anti-freeze
protection, it may cause costly damage to the engine.
Check the charge of the battery. A poorly charged
battery can freeze and break.
Breaks in operation [not using the engine]
During periods out of service, when the boat is in the
water, the engine must be run warm once a fortnight.
This will prevent the engine from corroding.
IMPORTANT!
The engine must be conserved if it is not to be used for
longer than two months. Refer to chapter
.
Engine Shutdown
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