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Golden Oldies Sailing 2010

Diesel Engine Maintenance

Previous Experience Required: None

This one day course provides an awareness of the main systems of a marine diesel engine and teaches the ability to take simple measures to prevent mechanical breakdown at sea and rectify defects which do not require workshop support. Mechanical failure is the main cause of rescue services call out to yachts and motor cruisers. Make sure you are not part of these statistics!

Ability After Course: To be able to carry out basic preventative maintenance checks on a marine diesel engine and to trouble shoot any obvious symptoms

Duration: 1 day

Syllabus:

  • Principles of an engine
  • The four-stroke cycle
  • The fuel system
  • The cooling systems
  • The air systems
  • Engine electrical systems                                                    
  • Spares & tool requirements                                                                                        
  • Servicing
  • Fault finding

Inclusions
RYA Diesel Engine course kit including
  • Diesel Engine practical course notes
  • Course completion certificate

Cost : $240.00 per person

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Courses valid for 12 months, packages for 18 months from date of purchase. Prices are valid until 12/09. Refunds are not available. Please note that prices are subject to change without notice. Please call us on 02 9327 1166  or email us on eastsail@eastsail.com.au if you would like more information.

 


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