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TROUBLESHOOTING
A regular maintenance can help you prevent many problems
with your outboard motor.
The following chart lists some common difficulties and their possible
causes.
If you still have difficulties, after investigating these, please
contact your SELVA MARINE dealer.
A - The engine will not start.
B - The engine runs irregularly or staIls.
C - The engine idles unevenly.
D - Engine speed will not increase.
E - The engine is overheating.
F - Engine speed is higher than normal.
G - Engine speed is lower than normal.
H - Boat speed is too low.
I - The boat will suddenly slow.
L - The starter-motor does not operate (mod. with electric start)
A B C D E F G H I Possible cause
Fuel tank is empty
Fuel hose is incorrectly connected
Fuel hose is flattened or kinked
Fuel pump is malfunctioning
Fuel filter is clogged
Improper oil in the fuel
Improper petrol
4
Carburettor has a wrong adjustment
Incorrect starting procedure
Sparks -plugs are fouled.
Improper spark-plugs
Incorrect spark-plug gap.
Spark-plug cap incorrectly fitted
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