Mercury Racing HP565, Manual, Page: 64 / 151

OPERATION
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Place the control handle in neutral.
COLD OR WARM ENGINE
EFI engines require no throttle advance to start. The boat can be
operated after the engine has started and is idling smoothly.
NOTE: Engines that have not been started for extended periods
or have had fuel filter changes may not stay running on the first
few initial attempts to start. Do not advance the throttle to keep
the engine running. Continue to restart the engine until it idles
smoothly, which means the fuel system is primed. Allow the
engine to warm up to 54 °C (130 °F) before advancing the
throttle. Do not operate at full throttle until the engine reaches an
oil temperature of 60 °C (140 °F).
FLOODED ENGINE
Before trying a restart, check for full battery voltage (13.8–14.2
volts). Move control/throttle lever to full throttle. Be prepared to
decrease the engine speed to idle as soon as the engine starts.
STARTING PROCEDURE
1. Turn the key switch to "START." Release the key and allow
the switch to return to the "RUN" position.
2. Check the oil pressure gauge immediately after the engine
starts. If oil pressure is below the minimum requirement, see
Specifications
, stop the engine immediately, and determine
cause.
3. If the engine is cold, make sure the engine is idling smoothly
before operating the boat.
4. Check the coolant temperature gauge to ensure that the
engine temperature is not abnormally high. If it is, stop the
engine immediately and determine cause.
5. Ensure that the charging system is functioning correctly.
6. Observe the power package for fuel, oil, water, and exhaust
leaks.
Operation Chart
1.
Before Starting
Open the engine hatch.