MerCruiser 3.0 TKS, User Manual

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Section 3 - On the Water
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NOVEMBER 2010
2. Examples of poor ventilation while a boat is moving:
a - Operating the boat with the
trim angle of the bow too high
b - Operating the boat with no
forward hatches open (station
wagon effect)
Basic Boat Operation
Launching and Boat Operation
IMPORTANT: Install bilge drain plug prior to launching boat.
Operation Chart
Operation Chart
BEFORE STARTING AFTER STARTING WHILE UNDERWAY AFTER STOPPING
Install bilge drain plug.
Observe all gauges to
check condition of engine.
If not normal, stop engine.
Observe all gauges to
check condition of
engine. If not normal,
stop engine.
Turn ignition key to the
"OFF" position.
Open engine hatch.
Check for fuel, oil, water,
fluid and exhaust leaks.
Listen for the audio
alarm.
Turn battery switch to the
"OFF" position.
Turn battery switch on.
Check shift and throttle
control operation.
Close fuel shut off valve.
Operate bilge blowers. Check steering operation.
Close seacock, if
equipped.
Open fuel shut off valve.
Flush cooling system if in
saltwater.
Open seacock, if equipped. Drain bilge.
Close the drain system.
Place sterndrive unit in full down/in
position.
Check the engine oil.
Perform all other checks specified by your
dealer and/or boat builder.
Listen for Audio Warning Alarm to sound
when the ignition switch is in the "ON"
position.
Starting and Stopping the Engine
NOTE: Only perform those functions applicable to your power package.
Starting the Engine
1. Check all items listed in the Operation Chart.
2. Place the remote control handle in neutral.
NOTICE
Without sufficient cooling water, the engine, the water pump, and other components will overheat and suffer damage. Provide
a sufficient supply of water to the water inlets during operation.
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