Clutch adjustments must be carried out with the engine turned off. Use the lifting eyes fitted on the engine/reverse gear when lifting the drive unit. Always check that the lifting equipment used is in good condition and has the load capacity to lift the engine (engine weight including reverse gear and any extra equipment installed).
Use an adjustable lifting beam to ensure safe lifting and avoid damage to components installed on the top of the engine . All chains and cables must run parallel to each other and as perpendicular as possible to the upper side of the engine. If extra equipment is installed on the engine which alters its center of gravity a special lifting device is required to obtain the correct balance for safe handling.
Safety precautions Never carry out work on an engine suspended on a hoist. Never work alone when installing heavy components, even when using secure lifting equipment such as a lockable block and tackle. Most lifting devices require two people, one to see to the lifting device and one to ensure that the components do not get caught and damaged. The components in the electrical system, the ignition system (gasoline/petrol engines) and in the fuel system on Volvo Penta products are designed and manufactured to minimize risks of fire and explosion. Engines should not run in environments containing explosive media. Always use fuels recommended by VolvoPenta. Refer to the Owner’s Manual. Use of lower quality fuels can damage the engine. On a diesel engine poor quality fuel can cause the fuel control rack to stick causing the engine to overspeed with resulting risk of damage to the engine and personal injury. Poor fuel quality can also lead to higher maintenance costs.
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