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Starting the Engine
Starting
Caution!
Do not start engine out of water unless water
supply is connected to the water intake.
• Move the control lever to the neutral/idle position.
• Turn the ignition key one more step to the right (starter
position II) to start the engine. Release the key as
soon as the engine has started. If the engine does not
start, turn the starter motor for a maximum of 10
seconds, release the key and try again after a few
seconds.
Caution!
Never turn the key to the starter position with the
engine running. The starter or flywheel may be
damaged.
• Immediately after the engine has started, check that
the oil pressure and battery charge instruments are
reading normal.
NOTE! Your engine is equipped with an acoustic alarm
that sounds when oil pressure is low, engine coolant is
high, or exhaust temperature is high. This alarm will sound
briefly when the ignition is turned on. Never rev a cold
engine above 2000 RPM
• If the engine is cold: idle it, while casting off for
example. It is not necessary to idle engine for long
periods before getting underway. The engine will
warm-up faster while idling in gear. Allow engine to
warm while manoeuvreing before going to planing
speeds.
• Shift to forward or reverse and start off.
If Engine Floods
A flooded engine can be cleared by advancing the control
handle to 3/4 throttle. In this position with the engine speed
below 400 RPM (cranking speed) the ECM turns off the
fuel injectors so no fuel is delivered. When the throttle is
moved to full throttle or less than 3/4 throttle, the ECM
returns to the starting mode.
Caution!
Be prepared to quickly move the control handle
to the idle position once the engine starts. This
will avoid overspeeding and possible damage to
the engine.
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