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Introduction

This Instruction Manual has been compiled to help you get the most from your Volvo Penta engine. It contains all

the information you need in order to operate and maintain your engine safely and correctly. Please read the In-

struction Manual carefully and learn how to operate the engine, controls and other equipment safely.

Always have the Instruction Manual available. Keep it in a safe place and do not forget to give it to the new

owner if you sell your boat.

Responsibility for the environment

We all want to live in a clean environment. Where we

can breathe clean air, see healthy trees, have clean

water in our lakes and oceans and enjoy the sunshine

without worrying about our health. Unfortunately this

is no longer something we can take for granted, we

must work hard together for the environment.

As a manufacturer of marine engines Volvo Penta has

a particular responsibility. This is why concern for the

environment is one of the cornerstones of our product

development. Today great advances have been

made in reducing exhaust emissions, fuel consump-

tion and engine noise in Volvo Penta’s wide range of

engines.

We hope that you will take care to maintain these

properties. Always follow the advice in the Instruction

Manual about fuel grades, operation and maintenance

and you will avoid unnecessary negative impact on

the environment. If you notice changes such as in-

creased fuel consumption or exhaust smoke, please

contact your Volvo Penta dealer.

Adapt speed and distance so that swell and noise

generated by the boat do not disturb or harm wildlife,

moored boats, landing stages etc. Leave islands and

harbors in the same condition you would like to find

them. Always dispose of environmentally harmful

waste such as engine and transmission oil, coolant,

old paint, degreasing agents, cleaning residue and

old batteries at proper disposal areas.

Together we can work to make a valuable improve-

ment to the environment.

Running-in

The engine must be run in for its first 10 operating

hours as follows: Operate the engine normally. Do not

operate it at full load except for short periods. Never

run the engine at a constant engine speed for long

periods during the running-in period.

The engine can be expected to use more engine oil

during the running-in period than would otherwise be

normal. Check the oil level more often than is normal-

ly recommended.

A First Service Inspection must be carried out after

20–50 running hours. For further information: See the

Warranty and Service Book.

Fuel and oils

Only use the fuel and oils recommended in the chap-

ter Technical Data. Other grades of fuel and oil can

cause operating problems, increased fuel consump-

tion and, in the long-term, a shorter engine service

life.

Always change oil, oil filters and fuel filters at the re-

commended intervals.

Service and replacement parts

Volvo Penta engines and are designed for maximum

service life and reliability. They are built to survive in

a tough marine environment, but also to cause as lit-

tle environmental impact as possible. Regular service

and the use of Volvo Penta Genuine parts will main-

tain these properties.

Volvo Penta have built up a world wide network of

authorized dealers. They specialize in Volvo Penta

products and can help you to maintain your engine in

top condition. They have the accessories, genuine re-

placement parts, test equipment and special tools

necessary to provide high-quality service and repair

work.

Always follow the maintenance intervals contained in

the Instruction Manual. Remember to state the en-

gine/transmission identification number when ordering

service and replacement parts.

Certified engines

If you own an engine certificated for Lake Con-

stance and Switzerland or for any other area

where exhaust emissions are regulated by law,

the following is important:

In some countries and regions environmental legisla-

tion requires that the engines in use there be certified.

Certification means that an engine type is tested and

approved by the authorities, and that the engine man-

ufacturer guarantees that all engines of that type

manufactured thereafter, correspond to the certified

engine. The manufacturer is also responsible for en-

suring that all engines of that type in operation fulfill

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