MARKER ONE m25, Owner'S Manual

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MARKER ONE
PLATFORM SERIES
S
ECTION
3
3-8 M25/M27 Owner’s Manual
After launching and pre-start checks and
procedures have been followed, the outboard can
be started. Please refer to the outboard operator’s
manual for additional starting procedure
information.
Start the engine with the shift control lever in the
NEUTRAL position. Your boat is equipped with a
neutral safety switch which will not allow engine to
be started unless the shift control lever is in the
NEUTRAL position.
Make sure remote control lever is in the NEUTRAL
position.
1. Turn the ignition key to START position.
Release the key immediately after the engine
starts. If the engine fails to start, refer to the
outboard operator’s manual for additional
information.
2. Operate the engine at approximately 1,000
RPM and check the oil pressure gauge. If oil
pressure is not within specified range, stop the
engine immediately. Have your authorized
Marker One dealer service the engine.
3. Make sure the water pressure indicator on the
engine, if equipped, discharges water
immediately after starting the engine. If it does
not, turn off the engine and contact your
authorized Marker One dealer.
4. Allow the engine to warm up. Check the water
temperature gauge to be sure water
temperature remains within the specified range.
If the temperature gauge reads abnormally high,
stop the engine immediately. Check the outboard’s
drive unit water inlets for blockage. If the inlets are
open, have your authorized Marker One dealer
service the engine.
Shifting/Running
Follow these guidelines when shifting your boat:
• Pause in the NEUTRAL position before shifting
from FORWARD to REVERSE, or REVERSE
to FORWARD.
• Avoid shifting into REVERSE while the boat is
traveling forward at speed.
• Keep the control area clean and clear of
obstructions.
Steering
Your Marker One boat is equipped with a tilt
steering wheel. Adjust the tilt position with the
release lever.
NOTICE: Release the ignition
key after the engine starts. Do
not run the start motor for more
than 10 seconds at a time.
Failure to follow this procedure
can damage an engine and its
starter motor.
CAUTION
Avoid injury, swamping the boat or
taking water in over the transom. Go
slowly when traversing in reverse.
A
DANGER
Avoid injury or death. The steering
system is the most important system in
the entire boat from a safety standpoint.
The boat’s steering system is not
self-centering. Propeller torque, trim
setting, water condition and boat speed
affect the steering. Constant attention to
the steering system is required for safe
operation. Have the system inspected
and maintained on a quarterly basis by a
qualified service technician.