Yanmar 6LPA-STP2, 6LPA-STZP2 Marine Engine Operation Manual 0A6LP-G00103

Description

• Model List:
  • 6LPA-STP2, 6LPA-STZP2 Marine Engine

• 1. English
• 2. Table of Contents
• 3. Introduction
• 3.1. Record of Ownership
• 3.2. Safety Precautions
• 3.2.1. General Information
• 3.2.2. Before You Operate
• 3.2.3. During Operation and Maintenance
• 3.3. Location of Safety Decals
• 4. Product Overview
• 4.1. Yanmar 6LPA Series Features and Applications
• 4.1.1. New Engine Break-In
• 4.2. Component Identification
• 4.2.1. Service Side (Left Side as Viewed from Propeller)
• 4.2.2. Non-Service Side
• 4.3. Nameplates
• 4.4. Function of Major Components
• 4.5. Control Equipment
• 4.5.1. Instrument Panel (Optional)
• 4.5.1.1. Equipment and Functions
• 4.5.1.2. Key (Starter) Switch
• 4.5.2. Remote Control (Throttle) Handle
• 4.5.2.1. Morse Remote Control Handle (Optional)
• 5. Before You Operate
• 5.1. Introduction
• 5.2. Safety Precautions
• 5.3. Diesel Fuel
• 5.3.1. Diesel Fuel Specifications
• 5.3.1.1. Biodiesel Fuels
• 5.3.1.2. Additional Technical Fuel Requirements
• 5.3.2. Handling of Diesel Fuel
• 5.3.3. Fuel Tank (Optional)
• 5.3.4. Fuel System
• 5.3.5. Filling the Fuel Tank
• 5.3.5.1. Before filling fuel tank for the first time
• 5.3.5.2. To fill the fuel tank
• 5.3.6. Bleeding the Fuel System
• 5.4. Engine Oil
• 5.4.1. Engine Oil Specifications
• 5.4.1.1. Service Categories
• 5.4.1.2. Handling Engine Oil
• 5.4.2. Engine Oil Viscosity
• 5.4.3. Checking the Engine Oil
• 5.4.4. Adding Engine Oil
• 5.5. Marine Drive Oil
• 5.5.1. Mercruiser Bravo Stern Drive Oil Specifications
• 5.5.1.1. Drive Oil
• 5.5.1.2. Power Steering Oil (6LPA-STZP2 Only)
• 5.5.1.3. Power Trim Oil
• 5.5.2. Checking and Adding Marine Drive Oil
• 5.5.3. Checking and Adding Power Steering Oil (6LPA-STZP2 Models)
• 5.6. Engine coolant
• 5.6.1. Engine Coolant Specifications
• 5.6.2. Coolant (Closed Cooling System)
• 5.6.3. Checking and Adding Coolant
• 5.7. Cranking the Engine
• 6. Engine Operation
• 6.1. Introduction
• 6.2. Safety Precautions
• 6.3. Starting the Engine
• 6.3.1. If the Engine Fails to Start
• 6.3.1.1. Air Bleeding the Fuel System After Starting Failure
• 6.3.2. Starting at Low Temperatures
• 6.3.2.1. Starting with Air Heater (If Equipped)
• 6.3.3. After the Engine has Started
• 6.4. Remote Control Handle Operation
• 6.4.1. Acceleration and Deceleration
• 6.4.2. Shifting the Engine
• 6.4.2.1. Morse Remote Control Handle (Optional)
• 6.5. Cautions During Operation
• 6.6. Shutting Down the Engine
• 6.6.1. Normal Shutdown
• 6.7. Checking the Engine After Operation
• 7. Periodic Maintenance
• 7.1. Introduction
• 7.2. Safety Precautions
• 7.3. Precautions
• 7.3.1. The Importance of Periodic Maintenance
• 7.3.2. Performing Periodic Maintenance
• 7.3.3. The Importance of Daily Checks
• 7.3.4. Keep a Log of Engine Hours and Daily Checks
• 7.3.5. Yanmar Replacement Parts
• 7.3.6. Tools Required
• 7.3.7. Ask Your Authorized Yanmar Marine Dealer or Distributor for Help
• 7.4. Periodic Maintenance Schedule
• 7.5. Periodic Maintenance Procedures
• 7.5.1. Daily Checks
• 7.5.1.1. Visual Checks
• 7.5.1.2. Check Diesel Fuel, Engine Oil and Engine Coolant Levels
• 7.5.1.3. Checking and Refilling Marine Drive Oil
• 7.5.1.4. Checking the Battery Electrolyte Level
• 7.5.1.5. Checking the Alternator Belt
• 7.5.1.6. Checking the Remote Control Handle
• 7.5.1.7. Checking the Alarm Indicators
• 7.5.1.8. Preparing Fuel, Oil and Coolant in Reserve
• 7.5.2. After Initial 50 Hours of Operation
• 7.5.2.1. Changing the Engine Oil and Replacing the Engine Oil Filter Element
• 7.5.3. Every 50 Hours of Operation
• 7.5.3.1. Draining Water From the Fuel Tank
• 7.5.3.2. Draining Fuel Filter / Water Separator
• 7.5.3.3. Checking the Battery Electrolyte Level (Serviceable Batteries Only)
• 7.5.4. Every 125 Hours of Operation
• 7.5.4.1. Changing the Engine Oil and Replacing the Engine Oil Filter
• 7.5.5. After Initial 250 Hours of Operation
• 7.5.5.1. Checking the Fuel Injector Spray Pattern
• 7.5.5.2. Inspecting and Adjusting Intake / Exhaust Valve Clearance
• 7.5.6. Every 250 Hours of Operation
• 7.5.6.1. Replacing the Fuel Filter Element
• 7.5.6.2. Changing the Coolant
• 7.5.6.3. Checking or Replacing Zinc Anodes
• 7.5.6.4. Checking and Adjusting Remote Control Cables
• 7.5.6.5. Cleaning the Turbocharger
• 7.5.7. Every 500 Hours of Operation
• 7.5.7.1. Cleaning or Replacing Exhaust / Water Mixing Elbow
• 7.5.7.2. Replacing Fuel Line and Rubber Hoses
• 7.5.7.3. Checking and Adjusting the Alternator V-Belt Tension
• 7.5.7.4. Checking and Adjusting the Power Steering Oil Pump Belt (6LPA-STZP2 Models)
• 7.5.8. Every 1000 Hours of Operation
• 7.5.8.1. Checking the Fuel Injection Timing
• 7.5.8.2. Checking the Fuel Injector Pressure and Nozzle Spray Pattern
• 7.5.8.3. Adjusting Intake / Exhaust Valve Clearance
• 7.5.8.4. Lapping the Intake and Exhaust Valve
• 7.5.9. Every 1250 Hours of Operation
• 7.5.9.1. Cleaning the Cooling Water System
• 7.5.9.2. Cleaning and Checking the Seawater Passage
• 7.5.9.3. Cleaning and Checking the Fresh Water Cooling Water Passage
• 7.5.9.4. Adjusting the Tension of the Alternator V-Belt
• 7.5.9.5. Replacing the Timing Belt
• 7.5.9.6. Washing the Engine Cooler
• 7.5.9.7. Replacing the Front Rubber Damper
• 8. Troubleshooting
• 8.1. Safety Precautions
• 8.2. Troubleshooting After Starting
• 8.3. Troubleshooting Information
• 8.4. Troubleshooting Chart
• 9. Long-Term Storage
• 9.1. Prepare Engine for Long-Term Storage
• 9.2. Drain Seawater Cooling System
• 9.3. Returning the Engine to Service
• 10. Specifications
• 10.1. Principal Engine Specifications
• 11. System Diagrams
• 11.1. Piping Diagrams
• 11.2. Wiring Diagrams
• 12. WARRANTY SERVICE