OPERATION
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Engine Break-in Procedure
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CAUTION
Severe damage to the engine can result by not complying with
the Engine Break-in Procedure.
1. For the first two hours of operation, run the engine at varied
throttle settings up to 4500 RPM or at three-quarter throttle,
and at full throttle for approximately one minute every ten
minutes.
2. For the next eight hours of operation, avoid continuous
operation at full throttle for more than five minutes at a time.
Starting The Engine
Before starting, read the Pre-Starting Check List, Special
Operating Instructions, Engine Break-in Procedure and Gear
Shifting in the Operation Section and the remote control features
and operation in the Features and Controls Section.
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CAUTION
Never start or operate your outboard (even momentarily) without
water circulating through all the cooling water intake holes in the
gearcase to prevent damage to the water pump (running dry) or
overheating of the engine.
1. Make sure the cooling water intake is submerged.
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