Evinrude E10EL4 - Engine Oil Warning Lamp; ESG (a Device Preventing over Revolution)

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PRE-OPERATING PREPARATIONS
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Oil pressure is required to lubricate
internal engine parts.
When the warning lamp (Red) is off, it
indicates that oil pressure is present.
Remark : When engine is first started,
the red light will turn on for several
seconds to confirm that it is working
and then turn off.
When the warning lamp is on or
blinking on and off, as an additional
alert of the low oil pressure condition,
the engine will run rough and not
exceed 3,000 rpm;
*Stop the engine immediately and
check the engine oil level.
If the oil level is lower than the
appropriate level : Replenish engine
oil.
If the oil level is within the appropriate
level : Consult with your dealer.
ESG is a device to prevent over revo-
lution of the engine (more than ap-
proximately 6,250 rpm).
If you sense that the ESG is activated
return to shore at a reduced speed
(rpm).
Possible causes of ESG activation are
: Worn, broken, bent propeller. Slip-
ping propeller rubber, Making sharp
turns at high speeds.
7. Engine oil warning lamp
Note
If the engine speed drops frequently
after restarting the engine, please con-
tact your dealer.
Never run the engine if the warning
lamp is on or blinking on and off.
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CAUTION
8. ESG
(A device preventing over revolution)
Warning lamp
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