GEMINI/WESTERBEKE OWNERS SEMINAR Introduction 1. Engines1 Personnel 2. Products Basic Engine Theory 1. Diesel Engines 2. Transmission
This system check should include the hoses and clamps as before. Also check the muffler for cracks. If you have a rubber muffler check it for cra
Getting Help When preparing to make a call for service, following these simple guidelines will help the technician to better prepare with parts and
Minor Repairs Water Pumps There are two water pumps on the engine. The pump that is mounted into the front of the block is the circulating pump. Th
Filter Changes Oil Filters: If there is one thing you should remember it is this: Your oil is the lifeblood of your engine. Cheap oil or old and dirty
V-Belt Changes The V-belt on your engine turns the alternator and circulating water pump. Belts should be replaced when they show signs of crackin
Tool List: It is a good idea to carry enough tools on your vessel to handle most minor repairs while underway or general maintenance items at the doc
Scheduled Maintenance Fluid Levels: When checking the engine oil make sure the engine has been shut down long enough for the oil to drain into the pa
Winterizing/Spring Commissioning: Many owners rely on their boat yards to winterize their engines or generators for them, while some owners prefer to
protect your raw water circuit from freezing during winter lay-up, as well as providing corrosion protection. Remove the impeller from your raw water
By following these few steps, you should afford your engine protection over the winter lay-up. This will also help familiarize you with the maintenan
The other prepackaged kit offered is a hose kit. This kit provides all of the preformed hoses on your engine in a duffle bag. Cooling Hose Kit
ENGINES1 CONTACT LIST To assist you in obtaining information from Engines1, we have listed below the name of key personnel, their direct telephone n
ENGINES1 History Engines1 began its now 42-year venture as a sales/service support division of a local shipyard. The shipyard had a small yacht repai
DIESEL ENGINE THEORY Diesel engines differ from other internal combustion engines in a number of ways. Compression ratios are higher than in spar
POWER STROKE During the power stroke, the piston is pushed downward with both the intake and exhaust valves closed. By the time the piston reaches
MARINE TRANSMISSIONS Marine transmissions fall generally into two groups, mechanical shift or hydraulic shift. Mechanical transmissions connect the
System Description/Checks Engine Systems Fuel On a diesel engine one of the most misunderstood systems is the fuel system. Consisting of two major a
Fresh Water The engine’s fresh water system, also know as the closed cooling system consists of a circulating pump, heat exchanger, expansion tank, th
Raw Water The raw water system’s primary function is to cool the water used in the closed cooling system. The raw water system consists of a pump and
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