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All Shire engines run on diesel fuel.
DO NOT USE BIODIESEL
Please note that when the vessel is to be left for any period of time, the fuel tank should
be left full to eliminate the build-up of condensation and formation of water in the fuel
tank.
Engine to be turned off while refuelling
The fuel type for all Shire canal boat engines is diesel.
DO NOT USE BIODIESEL.
6. Diesel Fuel Additive
The use of diesel fuel additive is strongly recommended on Shire engines. The quality of the
fuel available when cruising is often unknown; also the fuel may have been in storage for long
periods of time. The use of additives will ensure that your engine fuel injection system is in
top condition. This should result in many years of smooth reliable operation without the cost
and inconvenience of expensive breakdowns due to poor quality fuel. It has also been found
that improvements in fuel consumption and start ability are an added benefit of using this
product. Diesel fuel additive is available from your Shire dealer in a handy 500ml container
(Part Number: RDG80210219)
7. Exhaust Back Pressure
The back pressure falls within the manufacturers recommended range when using the
exhaust system recommended for the engine.
The maximum allowable back pressure is 0.2 Bar (3 PSI)
8. Single Shift Control Lever Side Mount Operation - Optional (RDG9210055)
To engage forward or reverse gear:
Lift the safety latch under the handle before shifting.
To rev the engine in neutral:
Pull the lever out sideways from the main body.
Lift the safety latch under the handle then shift.