COLD WEATHER OR EXTENDED STORAGE
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6. If the engine does not stay running, repeat the starting procedure
until the engine starts and runs smoothly.
7. Check the oil pressure gauge immediately after the engine starts. If
the oil pressure is not within the specified range, see
Specifications, stop the engine immediately, and determine cause.
8. Do not advance the throttle until the engine idles and runs smoothly
and the water temperature reaches a minimum of 54 °C (130 °F).
9. Observe instrumentation to ensure that all systems are functioning
properly.
10. 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.
11. Inspect the engine for fuel, oil, fluid, water and exhaust leaks.
12. Check the steering system and shift and throttle control for proper
operation.
PRIMING THE FUEL SYSTEM PRIOR TO STARTING
!
WARNING
Avoid fire or explosion. Gasoline is extremely flammable and highly
explosive. Ensure key switch is "OFF." Do not smoke or allow a spark
or open flame in area when removing or installing fuel components.
Wipe up any spilled fuel immediately.
1. Perform all Before Starting steps.
2. Close the fuel shut off valve located between the fuel tank and the
water separating fuel filter.
3. Attach an outboard type portable fuel tank with primer bulb to the
water separating fuel filter inlet fitting with a hose clamp.
4. Squeeze the primer bulb until the bulb becomes firm.
NOTE: Do not turn the key switch to the "START" position during the
following priming procedure.
5. Cycle the ignition key switch to the "RUN" position for three seconds
and then "OFF".
6. Repeat the previous two steps one to two more times. The object of
this procedure is to prime the fuel system and fill the water
separating fuel filter but not to the point of having the system
completely full and the primer bulb hard and under pressure.
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