TIP:
Run the engine in the water,under load (in gear with a propeller installed)as follows.For
10 hours for breaking in engine avoid extended idling,rough water and crowded areas.
1. For the first hour of operation:
Run the engine at varying speeds up to 2000 r/min or approximately half throttle.
2. For the second hour of operation:
Run the engine at 3000 r/min or at approximately three-quarter throttle.
3. Remaining 8 hours:
Run the engine at any sopeed.However,avoid operating at full throttle for more than 5
minutes at a time.
4. After the first 10 hours:
Operate the engine normally.
Getting to know your boat
All boats have unique handling characteristics.Operate cautiously while you learn how your
boat handles under different conditions and various trim angle(see page 44)
Checks before starting engine
If any item in “Check before starting engine” is not working properly,have it
inspected and repaired before operating the outboard motor.Otherwise,an accident
could occur.
NOTICE
:
Do not start the engine out of water.Overheating and serious engine damage can occur.
Fuel level
Be sure you have plenty of fuel for your trip.A good rule is to use 1/3 of your fuel to get to
the destination,1/3 to rerutn,and keep 1/3 as an emergency reserve.With the boat level on a
trailer or in the water,check the fuel level.For fuel filling instructions,see page 30
Removing top cowling
For the following checks,remove the top cowling from the bottom cowling.
To remove the top cowling,pull the cowling lock lever up and lift up the top cowling.