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Products, now oper- ates even more quietly and with better fuel consumption thanks to its new 6AYAM-ET en- gines. That’s only part of the story, however.

YANMAR’s unique

SmartAssist (SA-R) technol- ogy allows the engine to be monitored remotely to ensure ideal operating conditions. And, when it’s time for maintenance, the system will send out a reminder, so that maintenance can be completed on the boat’s schedule to make sure it stays in operation the maximum amount of time pos- sible. YANMAR tracks the engine’s operating con- dition using SA-R, as well as visiting the vessel periodi- cally to con? rm the engine and SA-R are working correctly. duction of the fully mechanical 6AYA engine, with Smart- SA-R can track Location (GPS), Engine Speed, Boost Pres-

Assist technology, YANMAR has combined mechanical sure, Exhaust Temperature, Cooling Water Temperature, reliability with electronic convenience. The 6AYA also and Lubrication Oil Temperature/Pressure. Collecting data meets EPA Tier III without any electronic control. More based on the parameters every .01 seconds and sending the importantly, this longtime manufacture of marine engines average for a two minute time period via cellular service also utilizes today’s technology to provide even more value to the YANMAR Remote Monitoring Center, YANMAR to its growing list of marine customers. then analyzes the data, and if a defect or warning is found,

Back in December 2014, YANMAR America introduced YANMAR America is then alerted.

its ? rst EPA Tier III compliant commercial marine diesel, With an operating performance of 755 mhp at 1,900 the 6AYAM-ET. Rated at 755 mHP and 1900 RPM, the rpm and 20.38 liters of displacement, this 6AYAM-ET 6 20.38 liter engine uses a fully mechanical control system for in-line cylinder mechanical engine is well positioned to be- easy servicing and reliable performance. The engine also of- come a familiar workhorse on the United States waterways fers low fuel consumption and a continuous rating suitable for years to come. Key features of this engine include a for river pushboats, tugboats, trawlers and other applica- 500-hour service interval, torque characteristics for stable tions with uninterrupted operations or load cycles. To com- cruising, a purpose built marine design and an internal ply with emissions regulations, the 6AYAM-ET uses an in- exhaust gas recirculation system that doesn’t require any ternal exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) system. This design external control devices.

does not require any external control devices or signi? cant engine structure changes, while producing more power and

Competing, Together on the MN100 List lowering exhaust emissions and fuel consumption. In a ? ercely competitive commercial marine propulsion

Installed and on the water, Yanmar’s 6AYA-ET engines market, these three OEM’s provide a lot more than just en- are already providing value on the U.S. Gulf Coast. This gines. Beyond this; what sets each of them apart is also the fully mechanical engine is anything but low-tech. The Sher- same thing that ? nds all three – Caterpillar Marine, Volvo ry L, a twin screw, steel 61’ Pushboat owned by E Squared Penta and Yanmar – residing on the same list of excellence.

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