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L510010-03
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OUT-OF-SEASON STORAGE - 13
CAUTION
When installing the battery, make certain that you
connect the POSITIVE (+) BATTERY CABLE to the
POSITIVE (+) BATTERY TERMINAL fi rst, and the
NEGATIVE (-) BATTERY CABLE to the NEGATIVE
(-) BATTERY TERMINAL last. If the battery cables
are reversed, the electrical system will be damaged.
FITTING OUT AFTER STORAGE
When recommissioning the engine after storage, the
following items should be checked:
• Check all the cooling system hoses. Be sure
they are properly connected and all the hose
clamps are tight.
WARNING
Do not use jumper cables and/or a booster battery
to start the engine. Do not recharge a weak battery
in the boat. Remove the battery and recharge in a
ventilated area away from fuel vapors, sparks or open
fl ame.
• Install the fully charged battery. Be sure that
all the connections are clean and free from
corrosion. Coat the battery terminal
connections with an anti-corrosion battery
terminal spray.
• Refer to the OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
section and perform all the safety checks
before starting the engine.
CAUTION
If the engine(s) is to be started prior to launching,
use the procedure FLUSHING COOLING SYSTEM
before proceeding to start the engine(s).
• Open the seacock before starting the engine.
• Start the engine and closely observe the
instrument panel. Allow the engine to reach
normal operating temperature. Inspect the
engine carefully for fuel, exhaust, oil and
water leaks.
• Check the steering, shift and throttle controls
for proper operation.
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