INSTALLATION AND PRE
DELIVERY
INITIAL RUNNING CHECKS
Tachometer Pulse Setting
Confirm accuracy of tachometer reading.
• Adjust dial
on
back of tachometer to 6 pulse/12
pole
setting.
Water Pump Overboard Indicator
A steady stream of water should flow from the
overboard indicator.
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1. Water pump overboard indicator DRC4952
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Operating Temperature
An
outboard running at idle speed should achieve
a temperature based
on
the engine's thermostatic
control.
In
general, the powerhead temperature
should reach at least 100°F (38°C) after five min-
utes of
idling. Confirm that the powerhead
reaches
idle temperature.