Engine & Controls
a controlled explosion that will power the piston down and deliver
power to the drive shaft.
Stator
Under normal circumstances, the starter battery would wear down
after being used so often to generate a spark for the engine. This
isn’t an ideal setup because a strong battery is needed for continual
operation. A weak battery does no good out on the water. The stator
takes care of recharging the battery(ies).
However, in an effort to conserve battery life, the starter battery
switch should still be turned off after every trip and turned on at the
start of every trip. This limits the drain on the battery while the boat
is not in use. The stator will only recharge the battery while the engine
is running.
Fuses
Your engine also comes equipped with fuses that will burn out when
engine components attempt to draw more power than the piece of
equipment or wiring can handle. When the fuse blows, it breaks
the circuit, and electricity stops fl owing. Before replacing the fuse,
investigate the cause of the problem, and why the equipment was
overworked. Your outboard engine uses a helm mounted fuse box
which is accessible by lifting the starboard bow backrest while others
feature in-line fuses, while still others feature a mixture of both. Refer
to your outboard engine owner’s manual for complete details on your
electrical system and the location of any engine mounted over current
protection.
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