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BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO START THE
ENGINE
1. The motor has been lowered into the water.
2. The fuel hose is securely connected to the
fuel tank and the motor.
3. Direct the pilot water hole to the position you
intend.
4. Ensure that the boat fuel tank is correctly
vented and that any in-line filters are free of
dirt etc. If fuel tank filler cap has a manual
vent, be sure that it is fully open.
Fuel hose
5. Make sure that the motor is in “NEUTRAL”.
6. Make sure the lock plate is in place and
attach the emergency stop switch cord to a
part of your body.