This course will give you an awareness of main marine diesel systems and teach preventative measures to avoid mechanical breakdown at sea. Learn how to make simple diagnosis, repairs and checks required of you as a yacht skipper. For this diesel engine course, you will also spend time on a yacht around the engine compartment and simulate or even complete a full engine service! Course is usually run on a Friday
1 Day
No previous knowledge
Learn the engine parts, function and in particular the air intake, water cooling, fuel supply and electrical systems. Learn how an impeller works, how to change an impeller change various filters and to bleed a fuel system. Simple fault finding, repair and winterizing of a sailing yacht engine
Complete this course and you will have a good idea of the mysteries surrounding diesel engines and how to troubleshoot them and maintain and service an engine. On successful completion you will be given an official RYA certificate signed by your Instructor
From €190
A wide range of practical and theory courses offered all year round
Choose from a variety of sail cruises around the Canary Islands and beyond
From Bareboat to skippered charter, we have an option to suit your needs
Recommended accommodation options in La Gomera and Tenerife
Phone any time on our UK Divert No. (UK call cost): 0044 1252 837648
Phone (USA): 001 855 866-5566
Phone (Spain): 0034 922 141 967
Company Address:
Marina San Miguel
Urbanizacion Amarilla Golf
38639
San Miguel de Abona
Santa Cruz de Tenerife
Islas Canarias
Spain
Office opening hours:
Monday-Closed
Tuesday-Friday: 08.30-15.30
Calls diverted outside of office hours, excluding Mondays. Please send us an email and your enquiry will be dealt with promptly.
Office opening hours:
Monday-Closed
Tuesday-Friday 08.30-15.30
Calls diverted outside of office hours, excluding Mondays. Please send us an email and your enquiry will be dealt with promptly.
Please use the form below to email us with your enquiry
Looking to hire a yacht, take sailing courses or maybe just relax on a boat in the Canaries?
With over 20 years experience we offer an unrivalled range of RYA Courses.
