Westerbeke 38B FOUR Operator's Manual download pdf (Page 76)

Starter

Motor

Lubrication and cleaning

the starter drive pinion is advisable,

access to the starter permits its easy

removal. Make sure the battery connections are shut off before attempting to remove the starter. Take

care in properly replacing any electrical connections removed from the starter.

Cylinder Lubrication

is not necessary to remove the fuel injectors from the cylinder head

squirt light lubricating oil into the

cylinders for the few months of normal lay-up. However,

you

anticipate a longer lay-up period (12

months or more),

recommended that this procedure be performed. The light oil in the cylinders will

prevent the piston rings from sticking to the cylinder walls. Make sure you have replacements for the

injector and return line sealing washers.

Spares

Lay-up time provides a good opportunity

inspect your Westerbeke engine to

see

external items such

as drive belts or coolant hoses need replacement. Check your basic spares kit and order items not on

hand, or replace those items used during the lay-up, such as filters and zinc anodes. Refer to the

"SPARE

PARTS"

section ofthis manual.

Batteries

batteries are

left on board during the lay-up period, make sure they are fully charged, and will

remain that way, to prevent them from freezing.

there exists

any

doubt that the batteries will not

remain fully charged, or that they will be subjected to severe environmental conditions, remove the

batteries and store them in a warmer, more compatible environment.

Recommissioning

The recommissioning

your Westerbeke engine after a seasonal lay-up generally follows the same

procedures as those presented in the

"PREPARATIONS FOR STARTING" section regarding preparation

for starting and normal starts. However, some of the lay-up procedures will need to be counteracted

before starting the engine.

Remove the oil-soaked cloths from the intake manifold and from the through-hull exhaust port.

Remove the raw water pump cover and gasket and discard the old gasket. Install the raw water pump

impeller removed during lay-up (or replacement,

required). Install the raw water pump cover with a

new cover gasket.

WARNING

Wear rubber gloves, a rubber apron, and

eye

protection when servicing batteries. Lead

acid batteries emit hydrogen, a highly-explosive gas, which can be ignited

electrical

arcing or a lighted cigarette, cigar, or

pipe.

Do not smoke or allow an open flame near

the battery being serviced.

Shut off all electrical equipment in the vicinity to prevent

electrical arcing during servicing.

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