
MAJOR COMPONENTS AND FUNCTIONS
Name of Component Function
Decompression Lever
Opens the exhaust valve and releases cylinder pressure to aid in manual engine
starting
Fuel Filter
Removes dirt and water from the fuel. Drain the filter periodically. The filter element
(filter) should be replaced periodically.
Fuel Feed Pump
(Priming Lever)
Pumps fuel from the tank to the fuel injection system. Pumping the priming lever
up and down supplies fuel to the engine when the fuel system needs to be primed.
Engine Oil Filler Port Filler port for engine oil
Marine Gear Oil Filler Port Filler port for marine gear oil
Engine Oil Filter
Filters fine metal fragments and carbon from the engine oil. Filtered engine oil is
distributed to the engine’s moving parts. The filter is a spin-on type and the element
should be replaced periodically. See Replacing the Engine Oil Filter Element on
page 50.
Cooling System Direct seawater cooling
Seawater Pump
Pumps seawater from outside the vessel and through the engine. The seawater
pump has a replaceable rubber impeller.
Zinc Anode
The metal surfaces of the seawater cooling system are prone to corrosion. The
zinc anode is installed in the cylinder block to prevent this. The surface of the zinc
anode erodes so it needs to be replaced at fixed intervals in order to fully protect
the seawater cooling system of the engine.
Intake Silencer (Air
Cleaner)
The intake silencer guards against dirt entering the engine induction system and
reduces the noise of air intake.
Nameplates
Nameplates are provided on the engine and the marine gear and contain the
model, serial number and other data.
Starter Motor The starter motor cranks the engine and is powered by the battery.
Alternator The alternator is belt driven and generates electricity to charge the battery.
Engine Oil Dipstick Gauge stick for checking the engine oil level
PRODUCT OVERVIEW
14 GM Series Operation Manual
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