OPERATION
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NOTE: Engines that have not been started for extended periods or have
had fuel filter changes may not stay running on the first few initial attempts
to start. Do not advance the throttle to keep the engine running. Continue
to restart the engine until it idles smoothly which means the fuel system
is primed. Allow the engine to warm up to 54 °C (130 °F) before advancing
the throttle.
1. If the engine has not been operated for more than 24 hours,
de‑activate the lanyard stop switch so that the engine will not start
and crank the engine until the oil pressure is indicated on the oil
pressure gauge.
2. Turn key switch to "ON" and wait 10 seconds to allow the fuel pump
to prime the system.
3. Start the engine. Release the key when the engine starts and allow
switch to return to the "ON" position.
4. Check the oil pressure gauge immediately after the engine starts. If
oil pressure is not within the specified range, see Specifications, stop
the engine immediately, and determine cause.
5. If the engine is cold, allow the engine to run for three minutes.
6. After the engine has warmed up, check the water temperature gauge
to ensure that the engine temperature is not abnormally high. If it is,
stop the engine immediately and determine cause.
7. Ensure that the charging system is functioning correctly.
8. Observe the power package for fuel, oil, water, and exhaust leaks.
9. To shift the drive unit into gear, move the control/shift lever with a
firm, quick motion forward to shift to forward gear, or backward to
shift to reverse. After shifting the drive unit, advance the throttle to
the desired setting.
10. To shift the drive unit out of gear, throttle the engine back to idle
speed, then move the control/shift lever to neutral. If the engine has
been operating at high speed for a long period of time, allow the
engine to cool by running at idle speed for three to five minutes.
11. Turn key switch to "OFF."
Operation Chart
1. Before Starting
Open the engine hatch.
Turn battery switch "ON," if equipped.
Operate bilge blowers, if equipped.
Open fuel shut off valve.
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