half throttle,
gearbox not engaged
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5 Use
Starting
Before starting, always check the following
points:
• Engine oil level.
• Coolant level.
• Sea cock open.
• Main switch ‘on’.
• Gearbox in ‘neutral’ position.
1 Control lever
Set the control lever to ‘half throttle’ without
engaging the gearbox.
2 Control panel
The starter switch on the control panel is key
operated or knob operated (for SOLAS en-
gines only).
The knob has exactly the same functions as
the starter key.
Warning
Never start the engine with the fuel injec-
tion pump removed. Disconnect battery.
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