Westerbeke W-70GA Manuel d'installation

",' D . ." q OPERATORS MANUAL W-70GA MARINE GASOLINE INE FIRST EDITION MARCH 2004 ~r~ rWESTERBEKE J WESTERBEKE CORPORATION • 150 JOHN

INTRODUCTION ORDERING PARTS Whenever replacement parts are needed, always provide the engine model and serial numbers. In addition, include a complete

FUEL, ENGINE OIL AND ENGINE COOLANT GASOLINE A CAUTION: Only use unleaded fuel with an octane rating of 89 or higher. Leaded fuel will cause serious h

GASOLINE ENGINE INSTRUMENT PANEL NOTE: Be certain to install the instrument panel in a location that is accessible and where the gauges can be continu

PREPARATIONS FOR INITIAL START-UP PREST ART INSPECTION Before starting your engine for the first time or after a pro-longed layoff, check the followin

STARTING • STOPPING PROCEDURE STARTING PROCEDURE 1. Place the transmission in neutral and advance the throttle control to slightly open. 2. Tum the KE

ENGINE BREAK-IN PROCEDURE DESCRIPTION Although your engine has experienced a minimum of one hour of test operations at the factory to make sure accura

THE DAILY OPERATION CHECK LIST Follow this check list each day before starting your engine. D Visually inspect the engine for fuel, oil, or water lea

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE A WARNING: Never attempt to perform any service while the engine is running. Wear the proper safety equipment such as goggles and

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE NOTE: Use the engine hourmeter gauge to log your engine hours or record your engine hours by running time. CHECK HOURS OF OPERATI

COOLING SYSTEM DESCRIPTION Westerbeke marine engines are designed and equipped for fresh water cooling. Heat produced in the engine by combus-tion and

A WARNING Exhaust gasses contain Carbon Monoxide, an odorless and colorless gas. Carbon Monoxide is poisonous and can cause unconsciousness and death.

COOLING SYSTEM RAW WATER INTAKE STRAINER NOTE: Always install the strainer at or below the waterline so the strainer will always be self-priming. A cl

COOLING SYSTEM THERMOSTAT A thennostat controls the coolant temperature as the coolant continuously flows through the closed cooling circuit. When the

FUEL SYSTEM GASOLINE Use unleaded 89 octane or higher gasoline. When fueling, follow U.s. Coast Guard regulations, close off all hatches and companion

ENGINE LUBRICATING OIL DESCRIPTION The lubricating system is a pressure feeding system using an oil pump. The engine oil is drawn from the oil sump b

ENGINE LUBRICATING OIL REPLACING THE OIL FILTER When removing the used oil filter, you may find it helpful to punch a hole in the upper and lower por

REMOTE OIL FILTER (OPTIONAL) INSTALLATION This popular accessory is used to relocate the engine's oil fil-ter from the engine to a more convenien

CARBURETOR ADJUSTMENTS NOTE: WESTERBEKE recommends that the following engine adjustments be performed by a competent engine mechanic. The information

WATER HEATER CONNECTIONS WESTERBEKE provides easy access for connecting to an on-board hot water system. These connections allow for the engines hot w

ALTERNATOR TESTING DESCRIPTION The charging system consists of an alternator with a voltage regulator, an engine DC wiring harness, a mounted DC cir-c

ALTERNATOR TESTING e. Now check the voltage between the alternator output terminal (B+) and ground. If the circuit is good, the voltage at the alterna

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS INTRODUCTION Read this safety manual carefully. Most accidents are caused by failure to follow fundamental rules and precautions.

DUAL OUTPUT ALTERNATORS DESCRIPTION Dual output and high output alternators are available as optional equipment on most WESTERBEKE engines. These alte

DUAL OUTPUT ALTERNATORS TROUBLESHOOTING NOTE: Before troubleshooting, make certain that the drive belts are tight and the batteries are in good condi

WATER TEMP AI ARM. SWITCH 011 PRESS ALARM SWITCH 'I 1 W ALARM I 1 1_ - - -f------, ill.L PRESS SWITCH Q.lL Dr PRESS W-70GA WIRING DIAGRAM AL TERN

W·70GA WIRING SCHEMATIC F.(SP(iN$lerLH FOP. SAFETY REGULATICllS J. THE wESTERB(KI:': 1!'1GI. GASOlllI( "'ARINE PRCPIJLSrON EHGUlE

TACHOMETER TACHOMETER/HOUR METER The tachometerlhour meter used in propulsion engine instru-ment panels contains two separate electrical circuits with

ENGINE ADJUSTMENTS SPARK PLUGS The spark plugs should be cleaned and regapped after the first 50 hour break-in period, then inspected every 250 hours

ENGINE ADJUSTMENTS NOTE: WESTERBEKE recommends that the following engine adjustments be peiformed by a competent engine mechanic. The infonnation belo

ENGINE ADJUSTMENTS NOTE: WESTERBEKE recommends that the following engine adjust-ments be performed by a competent engine mechanic. The information be

ENGINE TROUBLESHOOTING The following troubleshooting table describes certain problems relating to engine service, the probable causes of these problem

ENGINE TROUBLESHOOTING Problem Probable Cause Verification/Remedy Engine starts, runs and then shuts down. 1. Dirty fueVwater separator filter. 1. Cha

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ACCIDENTAL STARTING A WARNING: Accidental starting can cause injury or death! • Disconnect the battery cables before servicing th

ENGINE TROUBLESHOOTING Problem Probable Cause Verification/Remedy Engine backfires. 1. Spark plug wires are connected 1. Reconnect correctly. wrong. 2

ENGINE TROUBLESHOOTING Problem Probable Cause Verification/Remedy Engine slows and stops. 1. Fuel lift pump failure. 1. Fuel lift pump should make a d

ZF TRANSMISSIONS SHIPMENT Por safety reasons, the transmission is not filled with transmission fluid during shipment and the selector lever is tempora

ZF TRANSMISSIONS DESCRIPTION The information below is specific to the ZF Transmissions, the TRANSMISSION TROUBLESHOOTING SECTION applies to all models

ZF TRANSMISSIONS CABLE CONNECTIONS The transmission is suitable for a single lever gear shift. Upon loosening the retaining screw, the actuating lever

ZF TRANSMISSIONS INITIAL OPERATION All ZF marine transmissions are test-run on a test stand with the engine at the factory prior to delivery. For safe

ZF TRANSMISSIONS CHANGING THE TRANSMISSION FLUID 16MM (8") SCREW ZF·45 Filter Element The ZF transmission has a filter element'Iocated oppos

TRANSMISSION TROUBLESHOOTING [ZF] CONTROL CABLES The majority of transmission difficulties arise as a result of improper clutch adjustments (manual tr

ZF TRANSMISSIONS OPERATING TEMPERATURE A CAUTION: If the transmission fluid temperature is too high, stop the engine immediately and check the transmi

BORG WARNER VELVET DRIVE TRANSMISSION OIL COOLER BORG WARNER VELVET DRIVE SHIPMENT For safety reasons, the transmission is not filled with transmissio

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS • Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry when servicing equipment; tie back long hair and avoid wearing loose jackets, shirts, slee

BORG WARNER VELVET DRIVE TRANSMISSION F N N FORWARD NEUTRAL REVERSE DAILY OPERATION D Check the transmission fluid. D Visually check the gear shift

BORG WARNER VELVET DRIVE TRANSMISSION MAINTENANCE Transmission maintenance is minimal. Keep the exterior housing clean, check the fluid level as part

TRANSMISSION TROUBLESHOOTING CONTROL CABLES The majority of transmission difficulties arise as a result of improper clutch adjustments (manual transmi

TRANSMISSION TROUBLESHOOTING Problem Chattering transmission noise, mainly at low engine speed. Transmission shifts into gear, but fails to propel the

LAY-UP & RECOMMISSIONING GENERAL Many owners rely on their boatyards to prepare their craft, including engines and generators, for lay-up during t

LAY-UP & RECOMMISSIONING Starter Motor Lubrication and cleaning of the starter drive pinion is advisable, if access to the starter permits its eas

W-70GA GASOLINE ENGINE Engine Type Combustion Chamber Bore & Stroke Piston Displacement Firing Order Direction of Rotation Compression Ratio Dimen

TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS MAJOR BOLTS AND NUTS COMPONENT FHB (M-KG) COMPONENT FHB (M-KG) Air Cleaner Bracket... ... 12.7 -17.4

STANDARD HARDWARE BOLT HEAD MARKINGS Bolt strength classes are embossed on the head of each bolt. Customary (inch) bolts are identifed by markings two

STANDARD AND METRIC CONVERSION DATA LENGTH-DISTANCE Inches (in) x 25.4 = Millimeters (mm) x .0394 = Inches Feet (ft) x .305 = Meters (m) x 3.281 = Fee

INSTALLATION When installing WESTERBEKE engines and generators it is important that strict attention be paid to the following information: CODES AND R

METRIC CONVERSIONS INCHES TO MILLIMETERS MILLIMETERS TO INCHES Inches mm Inches mm mm Inches mm Inches 1 25.40 15 381.00 1 0.0394 15 0.5906 2 50.

SUGGESTED SPARE PARTS WESTERBEKE MARINE GASOLINE ENGINES CONTACT YOUR WESTERBEKE DEALER FOR SUGGESTIONS AND ADDITIONAL INFORMATION DISTRIBUTER CAP AND

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TABLE OF CONTENTS Parts Identification ... 2 Engine Adjustments ...

w-70GA PARTS IDENTIFICATION COOLANT FILLER PRESSURE CAP FLAME ARRESTER/AIR FILTER OIL FILL RAW WATER PUMP VACUUM ADVANCE UNIT FRONT OIL SUMP-------4-.

INTRODUCTION This WESTERBEKE marine engine is a product of WESTERBEKE'S long years of experience and advanced technology. We take great pride in