65500 EFI Bravo
OPERATION
Starting, Shifting and Stopping (cont.)
• Turn ignition key to START. Release key when engine starts and
allow switch to return to RUN position.
• Check oil pressure gauge immediately after engine starts. If oil
pressure is not within specified range (see SPECIFICATIONS),
stop engine immediately and determine cause.
• If engine is cold, make sure engine is idling smoothly before oper-
ating boat.
• After engine has warmed up, check water temperature gauge to
ensure that engine temperature is not abnormally high. If it is, stop
engine immediately and determine cause.
• Be sure charging system is functioning correctly.
• Observe power package for fuel, oil, water and exhaust leaks.
• To shift drive 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 drive unit, advance throttle to de-
sired setting.
• To shift drive 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 run-
ning at IDLE speed for 3 to 5 minutes.
• Turn ignition key to OFF.
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IMPORTANT: Starting procedure if engine is shut-off or stops
with drive unit in gear.
1. Pull/push remote control handle to neutral-lock position (it
will be necessary to exert force to move handle).
2. Turn key to start position, momentarily, to release clutch from
gear.
3. Resume normal starting procedure.