OPERATION MANUAL
Mahe 36 - Skedaddle
Page 20 – Tender and Outboard
Tender and Outboard
Skedaddle has a tender powered by a 6hp Yamaha Outboard.
To Start Motor
1.
Lift motor slightly and release tilt lock peg on the rear starboard side of the
motor and lower outboard into the water.
2.
Prime the squeeze bulb in fuel line if necessary until it is hard.
3.
Ensure gear lever is in the central or neutral position.
4.
Twist throttle handle 10 degrees to low throttle setting.
5.
Pull starter cord.
To engage gears move gear lever forward or back at low idle revs.
To stop outboard press red button on power head.
It is easier to operate the motor with left arm.
Always have tender on davits when under way.
Outboard
The Yamaha outboard has a rubber bushed propeller which will sheer if the propeller
hits a rock or coral. Due care should therefore be taken as, if this happens, the
outboard will be disabled.
