Yanmar 6LF485, 6LF530, 6LF550 Marine Engine Operation Manual

Description

• Model List:
  • 6LF485, 6LF530, 6LF550 Marine Engine

• 1. Table of Contents
• 2. Introduction
• 2.1. Record of Ownership
• 2.2. Safety Precautions
• 2.2.1. General Information
• 2.2.2. Before You Operate
• 2.2.3. During Operation and Maintenance
• 3. General Information
• 3.1. Principal Engine Specifications
• 3.2. YANMAR 6LF COMMON RAIL SERIES FEATURES AND APPLICATIONS
• 3.2.1. New Engine Break-In
• 3.3. Manufacturers declaration of power according to Directive 2013/53/UE – ISO8665
• 3.3.1. N67 404 kW (550 hp)
• 3.3.2. N67 390 kW (530 hp)
• 3.3.3. N67 353 kW (500 hp)
• 3.4. External View
• 3.4.1. Right side view
• 3.4.2. Left side view
• 3.4.3. Rear view
• 3.4.4. Front view
• 4. Engine Operation
• 4.1. For Proper Use Of The Engine
• 4.2. Preliminary Checks
• 4.3. Special Warnings
• 4.3.1. High coolant temperature
• 4.3.2. Low lubricant oil pressure
• 4.3.3. Presence of water in the fuel pre-filter
• 4.3.4. Clogged air filter and exhaust circuit inefficiencies
• 4.3.5. Alternator fault
• 4.3.6. Electrical system irregularities
• 4.3.7. Running in
• 4.4. Vessel Control System (VC20)
• 4.5. Starting the Engine (Start Up)
• 4.5.1. Station Protect
• 4.5.2. Sys on by ID, Start by ID
• 4.5.3. Owner ID Change
• 4.5.4. If the Engine Fails to Start
• 4.5.5. After the Engine has Started
• 4.6. Warm Up Mode (Shift Disconnect)
• 4.7. Throttle and Shift Control
• 4.7.1. Neutral
• 4.7.2. Forward
• 4.7.3. Reverse
• 4.7.4. Forward to Reverse or Reverse to Forward
• 4.8. Engine Speed Limit Mode
• 4.9. Cautions During Operation
• 4.10. Shut-Down the Engine (Stopping)
• 4.10.1. Normal Stopping
• 4.10.2. Emergency Stop
• 4.11. Emergency Operation
• 4.11.1. Control The Backup Panel
• 4.11.2. Control The Starter Coordinator
• 4.12. Checking the Engine After Operation
• 4.13. Refilling
• 4.13.1. Low temperature diesel
• 4.13.2. Inverter
• 5. Inspection and Maintenance
• 5.1. Introduction
• 5.2. Safety Precautions
• 5.3. Precautions
• 5.3.1. The Importance of Periodic Maintenance
• 5.3.2. Performing Periodic Maintenance
• 5.3.3. The Importance of Daily Checks
• 5.3.4. Keep a Log of Engine Hours and Daily Checks
• 5.3.5. Yanmar Replacement Parts
• 5.3.6. Tools Required
• 5.3.7. Consult Your Authorized Yanmar Marine Dealer or Distributor for Help
• 5.4. EPA Maintenance Requirements
• 5.4.1. EPA Requirements for USA and Other Applicable Countries
• 5.4.2. Environmental Condition for operation and maintenance
• 5.5. Periodic Maintenance Schedule
• 5.6. Requirements
• 5.6.1. Guidelines
• 5.7. Maintenance Procedures
• 5.7.1. Check oil level in engine
• 5.7.2. Check coolant level
• 5.7.3. Drain the Fuel Prefilter/ waterseparator
• 5.7.4. Check integrity of wiring, connectors, positive and negative poles of the supply system and check their fixing
• 5.7.5. Check the level of the electrolytic solution in the batteries / Check and clean the terminals
• 5.7.6. Check integrity of charge air and coolant system
• 5.7.7. Check tightening torque of engine mount
• 5.7.8. Check the alignment of the engine with the propeller shaft of the vessel
• 5.7.9. Check of air filter and cleanliness of housing
• 5.7.10. Check the state of corrosion of the zinc anodes
• 5.7.11. Check condition of oil vapour recirculation filter
• 5.7.12. Change engine lubricant oil
• 5.7.13. Replace engine oil filter
• 5.8. Marinisation – Check
• 5.8.1. Check the filter at the seawater pump inlet (replace if necessary)
• 5.8.2. Fault memory reading via diagnostics tool
• 5.8.3. Check the state of wear of the seawater pump impeller (replace if necessary)
• 5.8.4. Check seawater cooling circuit pipes (clean if necessary)
• 5.8.5. Check the exchangers (clean if necessary)
• 5.8.6. Coolant/seawater heat exchanger
• 5.8.7. Seawater/oil heat exchanger
• 5.8.8. Intercooler exchanger (air/seawater)
• 5.8.9. Visually inspect turbocharger
• 5.8.10. Fuel filter change
• 5.8.11. Replacement of fuel pre-filter
• 5.8.12. Check drive belt
• 5.8.13. Draining condensate from the fuel tank
• 5.8.14. Replace the seawater pump impeller
• 5.8.15. Coolant change
• 5.8.16. Change auxiliary belt
• 5.8.17. Check integrity of damper flywheel
• 5.8.18. Check lifter clearances and adjust if necessary
• 5.8.19. Moving the engine
• 5.8.20. Disposal of waste
• 6. Long Period of Inactivity
• 6.1. Preparing the engine for a long period of inactivity
• 6.2. Start the engine after a long period of inactivity
• 7. Troubleshooting
• 7.1. Engine fault
• 7.2. Malfunction of the accelerator electronic circuit Fault in the accelerators electronic circuit
• 8. Behaviour in Emergency
• 8.1. On-board emergencies
• 8.1.1. Engine fault
• 8.1.2. Carbon monoxide (CO) poisoning
• 8.1.3. Electrocution
• 8.1.4. Injuries and fractures
• 8.1.5. Irritation
• 8.2. Table of oil viscosity as a function of the ambient working temperature of the engine
• 9. EPA Warranty USA Only
• 9.1. Identification Data
• 9.1.1. Your Warranty Rights and Obligations
• 9.1.2. Warranty Period
• 9.1.3. Warranty Coverage
• 9.1.4. Exclusions
• 9.1.5. Owners Responsibility
• 9.1.6. Customer Assistance