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CC97
Starting, Shifting And Stopping
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WARNING
Before starting engine, operate bilge blower for at least five minutes to remove any explosive fumes from
engine compartment. If boat is not equipped with a bilge blower, open engine hatch and leave open while
starting engine.
IMPORTANT: Observe the following:
• Do not start engine without water being supplied to seawater pickup pump (to prevent pump or engine
damage).
• Do not operate starter motor continuously for more than 30 seconds.
• Never shift unit unless engine is at Idle RPM.
Perform the following as appropriate:
1 Check all items listed in OPERATION CHART.
2 Perform any other necessary checks, as indicated by your dealer, or specified in your boat owner’s manual.
3 Place control handle in NEUTRAL.
FLOODED ENGINE - Turn ignition switch to ON position. Place the throttle lever at 50% position. Attempt to start
engine. As soon as engine starts, return throttle to the idle position.
4 Turn ignition key to START. Release key when engine starts and allow switch to return to RUN position.
5 Check oil pressure gauge immediately after engine starts. If oil pressure is not within specified range (see
SPECIFICATIONS), stop engine immediately and determine cause.
6 After engine has warmed up, check water temperature gauge to ensure that engine temperature is not abnor-
mally high. If it is, stop engine immediately and determine cause.
7 Be sure charging system is functioning correctly.
8 Observe power package for fuel, oil, water and exhaust leaks.
9 To shift unit into gear, move control/shift lever with a firm, quick motion forward to shift to FORWARD gear, or
backward to shift to REVERSE. After shifting unit, advance throttle to desired setting.
10To shift unit out of gear, move control/shift lever to NEUTRAL and allow engine to drop to IDLE speed. If engine
has been run at high speed for a long period of time, allow engine to cool by running at IDLE speed for 3 to 5 min-
utes.
11 Turn ignition key to OFF.
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