Kohler 6EF Operation - Page 29

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Waterline

1. Mounting base

2. Retaining cap

3. Reed valve assembly

4. Silencer vertical lift 1.2 m (4 ft.) max.

5. Exhaust mixer elbow distance above waterline. If less than

23 cm (9 in.), siphon break is required.

6. Siphon break distance above waterline 30.5 cm (1 ft.) min.

7. Siphon break

8. Exhaust mixer elbow

9. Heat exchanger (locations vary by model)

10. Coolant recovery tank

11. Locate coolant recovery tank at same height as heat exchanger

Figure 3-9 Siphon Break (Plastic "U" Type) Installation

Note: Consult the installation manual for complete

explanation of dimensions and other installation

considerations.

TP-5985 10/02

12. Seawater strainer

13. Seacock

14. Intake strainer

15. Engine-driven seawater pump

16. Exhaust hose pitch 1.3 cm per 30.5 cm (0.5 in. per ft.) min.

17. Water lock (optional)

18. Silencer distance from exhaust mixer elbow 3 m (10 ft.) max.

19. Silencer (customer-supplied)

20. Exhaust hose pitch 1.3 cm per 30.5 cm (0.5 in. per ft.) min.

21. Exhaust outlet distance above waterline 10 cm (4 in.) min.

22. Seawater outlet

Section 3 Scheduled Maintenance

TP-5586-3