Baja Islander 242, Owner'S Manual

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The tachometer (see figure 2.7.2) indicates the
revolutions per minute (RPM) of the engine (it does
not indicate the speed of the boat). your Engine
Operator's Manual indicates the maximum full
throttle RPM at which your engine should operate.
This must not be exceeded or serious engine
damage will occur. The tachometer should also
be used to determine the most comfortable and
economical cruising RPM.
The hour meter measures cumulative hours of
operating time on the engine. Use the hour meter
to keep a careful log of when to maintain the engine
as well as to estimate fuel consumption. Do not
leave ignition key in the "On" position with engine
off, because the hour meter will continue to run,
even though the engine is not operating.
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figure 2.7.1 shows the ignition shutdown switch.
The purpose of the switch is to shut down the
engine if the operator unintentionally leaves the
helm station. situations in which this could occur
are rough water, bad weather and other adverse
boating conditions. In these situations, the safety
of the boat and its passengers is enhanced by using
the ignition shutdown switch, since the boat will stop
when the operator can no longer control the boat.
however, unexpected engine shutdown may result
in unintentional harm. for example, a passenger
may lose balance and fall, or control could be lost
during docking. No specific guidelines can be given
for switch use. The ultimate decision of when to use
an ignition shutdown switch rests with the operator
or owner.
When the switch is used, the operator must securely
clip the lanyard to their belt or clothing so that if the
operator falls overboard or into the boat, the switch
is activated and the engine shuts down.
To reset ignition shutdown switch after it has been
activated, simply reinstall the switch clip above
the shut-off switch and flip the switch to the "UP"
position.
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The Engine Operator's Manual will tell you if your
engine is equipped with an audible alarm and how
to use it.
The alarm indicates a problem with engine water
temperature, oil pressure and/or stern drive oil
level.
Ignition Shutdown Switch
(Fig 2.7.1) Ignition
Shutdown
Switch
Clips to Switch
Clips to You
Typical Tachometer with hour meter
(Fig 2.7.2)
Always check oil pressure and water gauges
before leaving dock and while underway, even
if your engine has an alarm.
Shut down engine immediately if gauges are
not in normal ranges, or alarm sounds.
Do not restart engine until problems are
corrected.
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CAUTION