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Starting, Shifting And Stopping
WARNING
Before starting engine, operate bilge blower for at least five
minutes to remove any explosive fumes from engine compart-
ment. If boat is not equipped with a bilge blower, open engine
hatch and leave open while starting engine.
IMPORTANT: Observe the following:
• Do not start engine without water being supplied to seawater
pickup pump (to prevent pump or engine damage).
• Do not operate starter motor continuously for more than 30
seconds.
• On Carbureted Engines: When engine starts, quickly reduce
throttle setting to avoid exceeding 1500 RPM.
• Never shift drive unit unless engine is at Idle RPM.
Perform the following as appropriate:
1 Check all items listed in OPERATION CHART.
2 Perform any other necessary checks, as indicated by your dealer,
or specified in your boat owner’s manual.
3 Place drive unit in full down/in position.
4 Place control handle in NEUTRAL.
5 Refer to A or B as appropriate for your model.
A Carbureted Engine
- Push THROTTLE ONLY button and position
throttle setting as follows:
COLD ENGINE - Move control/throttle lever to full throttle, then
return to about 1/4 throttle. In extreme cold it may be necessary
to pump lever more than once.
WARM ENGINE - Move control/throttle lever to 1/4 throttle posi-
tion.
FLOODED ENGINE - Move control/throttle lever to full throttle. Be
prepared to decrease engine speed to 1000-1500 RPM as soon
as engine starts.
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