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Pre-Starting Instructions
1 Connect the remote fuel line to the outboard. Make sure connector is snapped
into place.
2 Make sure the drive shaft bearing on the jet drive is lubricated. Refer to
Maintenance Section.
Never start or run your outboard (even momentarily) without the water intake
in the water to prevent damage to the water pump (running dry) or overheat-
ing of the engine.
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Engine Break-in Procedure
Severe damage to the engine can result by not complying with the Engine
Break-in Procedure.
ENGINE BREAK-IN FUEL MIXTURE
Use a 25:1 (4%) gasoline/oil mixture in the first tank of fuel.
ENGINE BREAK-IN PROCEDURE
Vary the throttle setting during the first hour of operation. During the first hour of
operation, avoid remaining at a constant speed for more than two minutes and avoid
sustained wide open throttle.