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General remarks

3.2.1 Note for OEM/installer

  • When installing the KDI engines, always bear in mind that any variation to the functional systems may result serious failures to the engine.
  • Install the engine by strictly following the installation manual.
  • Any changes in the installation procedure or engine must be approved by Lombardini Marine. Failure to do so shall not hold it responsible for operation malfunctions and any damage to the engine.

 

3.2.2  Note for end user

  • The following indications are dedicated to the user of the machine in order to reduce or eliminate risks concerning engine operation and the relative routine maintenance work.
  • The user must read these instructions carefully. Failure to do this could lead to serious danger for his personal safety and health and that of any persons who may be in the vicinity of the machine.
  • Make sure transmission is in neutral on ignition.
  • The engine must not operate in places containing inflammable materials, in explosive atmospheres, where there is dust that can easily catch fire unless specific, adequate and clearly indicated precautions have been taken and have been certified for the machine.
  • Children and animals must be kept at a due distance from operating machines in order to prevent hazards deriving from their operation.
  • Thoroughly wash and clean all the external parts of the engine before performing any operation, in order to avoid the accidental introduction of impurities/foreign bodies. Use only water and/or appropriate products to clean the engine. If cleaning engine with a pressure washer or steam cleaner, it is important to maintain a minimum distance of at least 200mm between the surface to be washed and the nozzle. Avoid directing the nozzle on electrical components, cable connections and sealed rings (oil seals etc). Thoroughly wash and clean the area surrounding the engine following the instructions provided by machine manufacturer.
  • Fuel and oil are inflammable. The tank must only be filled when the engine is off.  Before starting, dry any spilt fuel.
  • Fuel vapour is highly toxic. Only refuel outdoors or in a well ventilated place.
  • Do not smoke or use naked flames when refuelling.
  • During operation, the surface of the engine can become dangerously hot. Avoid touching the exhaust system in particular.
  • Before proceeding with any operation on the engine, stop it and allow it to cool.
  • Always open the radiator plug or expansion chamber with the utmost caution, wearing protective garments and goggles.
  • The coolant fluid is under pressure. Never carry out any inspections until the engine has cooled.
  • The oil must be drained whilst the engine is hot. Particular care is required to prevent burns. Do not allow oil to come into contact with the skin because of the health hazards involved. It is recommended to use an oil intake pump.
  • During operations that involve access to moving parts of the engine and/or removal of rotating guards, disconnect and insulate the negative wire (-) of the battery to prevent accidental short-circuits and to stop the starter motor from being energized.
  • Check belt tension only when the engine is off.
  • Fully tighten the tank cap each time after refuelling. Do not fill the tank right to the top but leave an adequate space for the fuel to expand.
  • To start the engine follow the specific instructions provided in the engine and/or machine operating manual. Do not use auxiliary starting devices not originally installed on the machine (e.g. Startpilot).
  • Before starting, remove any tools that were used to service the engine and/or machine. Make sure that all guards have been refitted.
  • Do not mix fuel with elements such as oil or kerosene.  Failure to comply with this prohibition will cause the non-operation of the catalyst and non-observance of the emissions declared by Lombardini Marine. 
  • Pay attention to the temperature of the oil filter when the filter itself is replaced.
  • Only check, top up and change the coolant fluid when the engine is off and reached the ambient temperature.  Coolant fluid is polluting, it must therefore be disposed of in the correct way.
  • Do not use air and water jets at high pressures on cables, connectors and injectors.

 

  Important

  • Only use the eyebolts A installed by Lombardini Marine to move the engine (Fig.  3.1).
  • The angle between each lifting chain and the eyebolts shall not exceed 15° inwards.
  • The correct tightening of the lifting screws is 25 Nm.
  • Do not interpose spacers or washers between the eyebolts and engine head.

 

Fig. 3.1

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