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  • Page 1 Operators Operators Maintenance Maintenance Manual Manual Keel Cooled Keel Cooled Mid Diesel Engine Range: Mid Diesel Engine Range: Beta 43, Beta 50 & Beta 60 Beta 43, Beta 50 & Beta 60...
  • Page 2 Typical Keel Cooling System...
  • Page 3 Engine Identification To ensure you receive the correct advice or parts we ask you to always provide the WOC IMPORTANT! (Works Order Card) number and/or the engine serial number. Please refer to page 4. Engine Type: Power: Speed: BETA WOC NO: Gearbox Type: Purchased From: Invoice Number:...

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Contents INTRODUCTION Engine Identification Initial Receipt of the Engine Engine Storage Safety Precautions Technical Specifications SECTION 1: INSTALLATION GUIDELINES Ventilation Engine Mounting Engine Alignment Keel Cooling - Dry Exhaust Keel Cooling - Skin Tanks Fuel Supply & Leak Off Calorifier Connection Batteries &...

  • Page 5: Introduction

    Beta 43, Beta 50 & Beta 60 WELCOME TO BETA MARINE Thank you for purchasing a Beta Marine Engine. We have produced this manual to provide you with important information and recommendations to ensure the most trouble free and economical operation of the engine possible.

  • Page 6: Engine Identification

    A full inspection of the engine must be made immediately on delivery to confirm that there is no damage. If there is any damage then write this clearly on the delivery note and inform your dealer or Beta Marine within 24 hours. It would be appreciated for any claims to be supported by relevant photographs.

  • Page 7: Safety Precautions

    Exhaust gases are harmful if ingested, the installer must therefore ensure that exhaust pipes are led overboard and that leakage in the vessel does not occur. J A Growcoot, C.E.O, Beta Marine Limited. D Fuel i) Fuel Lines Note: Recreational Craft...

  • Page 8: Technical Specifications

    Technical Specifications Standard Engines Beta 43 Beta 50 Beta 60 Cylinders Bore (mm) Stroke (mm) 92.4 92.4 102.4 Displacement (cc) 1999 2197 2434 Combustion Naturally Naturally Naturally aspirated* aspirated* aspirated* Power Output EN ISO 8665 (kW) 32.6 36.0 41.0 Power Output EN ISO 8665 (at rev/min)

  • Page 9: Section 1: Installation Guidelines

    Therefore Beta Marine can accept no responsibility for any damage or injury incurred during the installation of a Beta • Engine parts and accessories that require frequent Marine Engine whilst following these guidelines.

  • Page 10: Engine Mounting

    This will limit vibration and extend the life of the flexible mount. To assist with engine replacement Beta Marine can offer optional ‘Special Engine Feet’ manufactured to your dimensions to suit your existing engine bearers and shaft alignment/installation.
  • Page 11 - requires shims bearer modifications to correct ENGINE INSTALLATION AT AN ANGLE Beta Marine propulsion engines can be installed at angles To recalibrate the dipstick, first ensure all oil is drained up to a maximum of 15° flywheel up or flywheel down from the engine pre-installation and replace the oil filter, when static, and can be run at up to 25°...

  • Page 12: Engine Alignment

    ALIGNMENT To obtain accurate alignment the flexible mountings must mounted on a magnetic foot so that they are aligned be adjusted until alignment is attained, and the mountings within 0.125mm (0.005”). The propeller shaft must be must be locked in position. The engine/gearbox unit has centered in the stern tube and running true - through to be aligned with the propeller shaft in two ways.
  • Page 13 Constant Velocity Drive-Shafts NB: If a constant velocity drive shaft is being considered for fitting then it maybe necessary to have the standard engine drive plate that is supplied replaced to avoid torsional noise problems. Please contact Beta Marine for technical guidance.
  • Page 14 PROPELLER CLEARANCE There must be a propeller clearance between the tip of This should be a minimum of 10 < 15% of the diameter of the propeller blade and the underside of the hull. the propeller to reduce ‘tip noise’. Propeller Clearance 10% of Prop Dia.

  • Page 15: Keel Cooling - Dry Exhaust

    KEEL COOLING - DRY EXHAUSTS a) An engine correctly installed in accordance with this • Hydraulic lock, occurs when water is allowed to handbook will meet the emission requirements of the enter the combustion chamber via the exhaust RCD (Recreational Craft Directive). and ‘hydraulics’...

  • Page 16: Keel Cooling - Skin Tanks

    Beta Marine. as hot water heater hoses suitable for operation up to * Please refer to ‘Technical Specifications’ on page 6.
  • Page 17 B = SURFACE AREA Ideal Keel Cooling Tank (MUST BE BELOW WATER LEVEL) C = TANK PROFILE: ” < 1 ” / 30MM < 40 MM STERN Bleed Screw Baffle Baffle Gap Water In Side wall of cooling tank SWIM Cold Water Out Baffle...

  • Page 18: Fuel Supply & Leak Off

    FUEL SUPPLY & LEAK OFF Fuel Supply and Leak Off Engine (All Fuel Connections Supplied) Fuel injectors Vent Fuel injection pump Flexible Fuel Fuel tank Connections to be used Fuel filter Stop tap/valve Fuel/water separator Fuel lift pump NOTES: 1. A fuel/water separator must be installed. 5.

  • Page 19: Calorifier Connection

    CALORIFIER SYSTEM All Beta engines can be fitted with the calorifier Keel Cooled Calorifier System connections to allow the coolant from the closed circuit cooling system to circulate through a calorifier tank, which in turn heats up domestic water. Calorifier connections on this range of engine are shown.

  • Page 20: Batteries & Cables

    BATTERY INSTALLATIONS Starter batteries and battery cables are a major consideration for engine starting systems. Incorrect selection of both battery and cables is a major cause of starting failure. BATTERIES 1. Battery sizes: For starter battery capacity 4. Batteries must be in good condition and must hold recommendation please refer to ‘Technical voltage.
  • Page 21 25mm (4 AWG) Cable Engine Cranking Amp Cable Volt drop* Max length, both cables added together Up to Beta 45T 0.00017V 4.7m Up to Beta 50 0.00017V 3.9m Up to Beta 60 0.00017V 2.8m Up to Beta 115T 210/250** 0.00017V...

  • Page 22: Control Panels

    CONTROL PANEL INSTALLATION All Beta Marine engines are supplied as standard with 12 out. To prevent corrosion and assist in assembly we volt electric starting. 24 volt electric starting is available as recommend that the plug is packed with petroleum an optional extra at placement of order.

  • Page 23: Section 2: Initial Engine Start Up

    Section 2: Initial Engine Start Up INITIAL ENGINE START UP IMPORTANT! CHECKS PRIOR TO INITIAL USE 1. A new engine has the oil and anti-freeze removed after the works test. Fill the engine with the correct oil and anti-freeze (see sections on Engine oil and Cooling).
  • Page 24 8. Initial engine start (please refer to ‘Normal Starting CAUTION: and Stopping’ on page 25). Note the engine may have to be turned over with the starter for a few seconds THE STARTER MOTOR WINDINGS CAN BE before it fires. BURNT OUT WITH CONTINUOUS CRANKING.

  • Page 26: Normal Starting And Stopping

    NORMAL STARTING AND STOPPING BETA MARINE KEY SWITCH CONTROL PANELS Optional Control Panel ‘A’ 150mm Is key switch controlled for engine preheat & start, push button controlled for engine stop, has a green light indicator for ‘power on’, red warning light indicators &...
  • Page 27 & audible alarm for low oil pressure, high water temperature, domestic and or engine alternators not charging. BETA MARINE PUSH BUTTON CONTROL PANELS 180mm Optional Control Panel ‘ABVW’ Is push button controlled for engine preheat, start & stop, has a tachometer with running hour recorder, green light indicator for ‘power on’, red warning light indicators &...
  • Page 28 NORMAL STARTING AND STOPPING KEY SWITCH CONTROL PANEL - FUNCTIONALITY Control Panel Options: A, AB, ABV, B & C. 1. Turn on the battery isolating switch/es and move the 2. Turn key to ‘START’ and hold in position until the engine engine start key to the run position, the panel lights fires (please refer to guidelines for initial engine start up should function as follows.
  • Page 29 EMERGENCY STOPPING Every propulsion engine is fitted with a back up stop lever. WARNING! To activate and stop the engine manually, simply press the stop lever highlighted in image 24 down and hold in DO NOT leave the key in the ‘OFF’ position when place until engine stops.

  • Page 30: Section 3: Maintenance And Service Guidelines

    Section 3: Maintenance Guidelines MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE DAILY OR EVERY 8 HOURS RUNNING AFTER 150 HOURS • Check engine oil level. • If shallow sump (option) is fitted, change engine lubricating oil and filter. • Check gearbox oil level. • Check coolant level. EVERY YEAR OR 250 HOURS IF SOONER •...

  • Page 31: Maintenance Schedule

    Maintenance Schedule Daily or After After Every Every Year Every Year every 8hr first first 150hrs with or 250hrs or 750hrs running 25hrs 50hrs shallow sump if sooner if sooner Check engine oil level Check gearbox oil level Check engine coolant level Check battery fluid Check belt tension and alternator bolts...

  • Page 32: Lubrication - Checking And Changing Oil

    ENGINE LUBRICANT & COOLANT Engine oil: Engine oil quality should have the minimum Ambient Temp. Multi-Grade properties of the American Petroleum Institute “API” -30°C to 0°C SAE 10W/30 classification CF with multi-grade SAE ratings as listed in -15°C to +15°C SAE 15W/40 the following table.
  • Page 33 CHANGING THE ENGINE OIL NB: It is best to have a plastic bag wrapped round the 1. Run the engine for 10 minutes to warm up the oil, then stop it and open the oil filler cap. filter to catch any oil left in the system and help with keeping the bilge clean.
  • Page 34 CHANGING THE GEARBOX OIL 1. The oil can be changed via the drain plug at the bottom Gearbox Lubricant Capacity (Approx.) of the box or sucked out with a hand pump via the filler TMC40 0.2 L plug or dipstick hole. TMC60/A 0.6 L 2.

  • Page 35: Fuel System - Fuel/Water Separator, Fuel Lift Pump, Fuel Filter

    IMPORTANT! • Always use diesel fuel. Do not use paraffin/ kerosene, as this has a low cetane rating and Beta Marine warranty will not cover fuel equipment adversely affects the engine. when more than 7% Biodiesel is used. • Biodiesel fuel can be added to the normal diesel fuel •...
  • Page 36 FILLING THE FRESH WATER SYSTEM New engines are supplied with the fresh water ‘coolant’ of the keel cooling system (refer to builder’s instructions). drained off. The following instructions must be followed to e) Run the engine for 5 minutes on no load (out of gear) correctly fill the system.

  • Page 37: Belt Tensioning Adjustment

    BELT TENSION Adjuster bolt 3. Push alternator outboard by hand to tension the belt, WARNING! then tighten link bolt. Belt tension must only be checked with the engine 4. Check that the depression of the belt (at position switched off. shown) is approximately ”...

  • Page 38: Air Filter Inspection/Replacement

    1. The control panels must be protected from rain 2. Check batteries for acid level and top up if required. and or sea water/spray. If vulnerable, Beta Marine For low maintenance and ‘gel’ batteries, please refer recommend that a suitable flap or cover is fitted.

  • Page 39: Laying Up - Winterising

    WINTERISING AND LAYING UP a) The engine lubricating oil and lubricating oil filter • Start the engine (out of gear) and run for 5 to 10 should be changed at the end of the season rather seconds until the anti-freeze is used up and can be than in the spring.

  • Page 40: Section 4: Troubleshooting

    Section 4: Trouble Shooting Beta diesels are very reliable if installed and serviced correctly, but problems can occur and the following list gives the most common ones and their solution. Problem: Engine does not start but starter motor turns over OK Possible Cause Solution No fuel:...
  • Page 41 Fuse. NB: For convenience, some engines are supplied with a spare fuse and holder attached to the main engine fuse holder. Problem: Low power output Possible Cause Solution Propeller is too big: Change or depitch. Check gearbox reduction ratio relative to propeller size: Change the most appropriate item.
  • Page 42 Problem: Hunting at idle Possible Cause Solution Idle adjustment screw may need adjusting: Always contact Beta Marine for advice with idle adjustment. Problem: Hunting at higher speeds Possible Cause Solution Fuel supply problem: Change fuel filter and check fuel supply...
  • Page 43 Problem: High oil consumption Possible Cause Solution Oil leaks: Check for leaks. Piston rings worn: Overhaul required. Valve stem and guide worn: Overhaul required. Piston rings gap facing the same direction: Shift ring gap position. Dealer or service agent to check. Problem: Water in lubricating oil - general Possible Cause Solution...
  • Page 44 Problem: Engine overheats - general Possible Cause Solution Low raw water flow: See below. Check coolant level: Top up. Pressure cap loose: Tighten correctly or replace. Switch sender faulty: Replace. Insufficient restrictions in pipe to calorifier: Clamp off pipe to confirm. High exhaust back pressure: Must not exceed the information given in ‘exhaust back pressure’...
  • Page 45 Problem: Vibrations Possible Cause Solution Poor alignment to shaft: The alignment must be accurate even if a flexible coupling is used (please refer to ‘Alignment’ on page 10). Flexible mounts not adjusted correctly to take even weight: Check relative compression of each mount. Flexible mount rubber perished: Replace.
  • Page 46 Problem: Battery quickly discharges Possible Cause Solution High load and insufficient running: Reduce load or increase charging time. Large domestic battery banks subject to high electrical loads will take a considerable time to recharge from a single alternator. Low electrolyte level: Top up.
  • Page 47 Standard Greenline keel cooled engines are supplied with engines. If your engine was built before July 2005, contact a single starter battery alternator, a secondary domestic Beta Marine for the relevant electrical trouble shooting battery bank alternator is additionally included as standard guide.
  • Page 48 ELECTRICAL TROUBLE SHOOTING - ALL CONTROL PANELS Before investigating any specific electrical problem, to the correct terminals for the secondary domestic always check: battery charging alternator. • The connection between the panel harness and panel • The battery connections and inspect the condition of loom.
  • Page 49 Problem Possible Cause and Solution Buzzer not functioning. The buzzer will not sound for • If light is functioning but buzzer not sounding, check green ’power on’ light connection and continuity from illuminated warning light (red not green) to buzzer board. •...
  • Page 50 Problem Possible Cause and Solution Domestic charge light not functioning, buzzer remains • Domestic battery not connected. on with engine running • Domestic battery not connected correctly: B+ to domestic isolation block on starboard rail (port on 75 - 115T) and B- to engine earth (ground). •...
  • Page 51 Problem Possible Cause and Solution Oil pressure showing normal operating pressure Engine warm: (0.75 - 5 bar). Buzzer sounding and light illuminated. • Incorrectly calibrated switching point for warning light, adjust on rear of gauge to 0.5 bar (minimum adjustment on gauge).
  • Page 52 ELECTRICAL TROUBLE SHOOTING - EXTENSION HARNESSES Some installations require one of the ‘panel extension Extra attention must be given to black (ground) and 11-way connectors’ to be removed to allow the cable to black/blue (tacho), also brown (switched positive to be passed through bulkheads etc.

  • Page 53: Section 5: Torque Settings

    Section 5: Torque Settings STANDARD NUTS & BOLTS (GRADE/CLASS 4 - 6.8 DIN 267) ITEM SIZE KGF M LBF FT (FT LBS) 6 MM 7.9 ~ 9.3 0.8 ~ 0.95 5.8 ~ 6.9 8 MM 17.7 ~ 20.6 1.8 ~ 2.1 13.0 ~ 15.2 10 MM 39.2 ~ 45.1...

  • Page 54: Section 6: Drawing Index

    Section 6: Diagram Index 1. Typical starter motor ratings Page 6 2. Suggested engine started battery size Page 6 3. Keyswitch terminations Page 20 4. Beta 43 - Beta 60 K/C engine harness (45 Amp) Page 53 5. Diagram of panel ‘A’ & cut-out Page 54 &...
  • Page 81 Notes...

  • Page 82: Section 7: Emissions

    4.1.2 of Annex 1 of that Directive. The person empowered to sign on the behalf of Beta Marine Limited is Mr J. A. Growcoot who is Chief Executive Office of the company.

  • Page 83: Exhaust Emission - Rcd2 Durability

    Only genuine Beta Marine or Kubota approved parts must be used. This document is to be read in conjunction with our “Enhanced Kubota Based Engine Warranty”...

  • Page 84: Exhaust Emission - Epa Durability

    Only genuine Beta Marine or Kubota approved parts must be used, installed (and where applicable, properly set) only by our authorized mechanic.

  • Page 85: Hazardous Materials Statement

    All products with moving parts can be dangerous if used improperly; Always Read Instructions For Use, Carefully. Product and performance can vary from market to market, ask your dealer or Beta Marine about available product, performance and accessories in your market.

  • Page 86: Section 8: Service Record

    Section 8: Service Record Service Date Responsible Commissioned First 25 hours First 50 hours Every 150 hours with shallow sump Every Year/Every 250 hours if sooner Every Year/Every 750 hours if sooner...
  • Page 87 Service Date Responsible...
  • Page 88 Beta Marine Limited, Davy Way, Waterwells, Quedgeley, Gloucester, GL2 2AD. UK. Tel: +44 (0)1452 723492 Fax: +44 (0)1452 883742 Email: sales@betamarine.co.uk Website: www.betamarine.co.uk Ref: OM 221-04307 REV 00 - 0118...

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