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DECEMBER 2015
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Section 1 - Getting to Know Your Power Package
Identification Information............................................................ 2
Identification........................................................................ 2
Engine Serial Number Decal.............................................. 2
Alpha Sterndrive Serial Number......................................... 3
Alpha Transom Serial Number........................................... 3
Lanyard Stop Switch.................................................................. 4
Keep the Lanyard Stop Switch and Lanyard Cord in Good
Operating Condition............................................................. 5
Instrumentation.......................................................................... 5
VesselView........................................................................... 5
SmartCraft Digital Instruments............................................. 5
System Link Digital Instruments........................................... 6
Remote Controls........................................................................ 6
Panel Mount Features.......................................................... 7
Console Mount Features...................................................... 7
Power Trim................................................................................. 8
Single Engine Trim/Trailer.................................................... 9
Dual Engine Trim/Trailer...................................................... 9
Electrical System Overload Protection—3.0 MPI ECT.............. 9
Electrical System Overload Protection—3.0 TKS.................... 12
Visual and Audio Warning Systems (ECT).............................. 15
Service Engine Light and OBD‑M MIL Kit......................... 15
Testing the OBD‑M Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL). 15
Audio Warning System..................................................... 15
Caution......................................................................... 15
Critical...........................................................................15
Testing the Audio Warning System.............................. 15
Guardian Strategy............................................................. 16
Audio Warning System—3.0 TKS............................................ 16
Testing The Audio Warning System................................... 16
Section 2 - On the Water
Safe Boating Recommendations............................................. 18
Carbon Monoxide Exposure.................................................... 19
Be Alert To Carbon Monoxide Poisoning........................... 19
Stay Clear of Exhaust Areas.............................................. 19
Good Ventilation ................................................................ 19
Poor Ventilation ................................................................. 20
Launching and Boat Operation................................................ 20
Operation Chart.................................................................. 20
Starting and Stopping the Engine—3.0 MPI ECT.................... 21
Starting and Stopping the Engine..................................... 21
Starting the Engine....................................................... 21
Stopping the Engine..................................................... 21
Starting the Engine After Stopped While in Gear............. 21
Starting and Stopping the Engine—3.0 TKS............................ 21
Starting and Stopping the Engine..................................... 21
Starting the Engine....................................................... 21
Stopping the Engine..................................................... 22
Starting the Engine After It Has Been Stopped While In
Gear.................................................................................. 22
Throttle Only Operation............................................................ 22
Trailering the Boat.................................................................... 22
Freezing Temperature Operation............................................. 22
Drain Plug and Bilge Pump...................................................... 22
Protecting People in the Water................................................ 23
While You Are Cruising...................................................... 23
While Boat Is Stationary..................................................... 23
High‑Speed and High‑Performance Operation........................ 23
Passenger Safety in Pontoon Boats and Deck Boats.............. 23
Boats Having an Open Front Deck.....................................23
Boats With Front‑Mounted, Raised Pedestal Fishing Seats
........................................................................................... 23
Wave and Wake Jumping........................................................ 24
Impact with Underwater Hazards............................................. 24
Drive Unit Impact Protection...............................................25
Conditions Affecting Operation................................................ 25
Weight Distribution (Passengers and Gear) Inside the
Boat.................................................................................. 25
The Bottom of the Boat..................................................... 25
Cavitation.......................................................................... 25
Ventilation......................................................................... 25
Elevation and Climate....................................................... 26
Propeller Selection............................................................ 26
Getting Started—3.0 MPI ECT................................................. 26
20‑Hour Break‑In Period................................................... 26
After Break‑In Period........................................................ 26
End of First Season Checkup........................................... 27
Getting Started—3.0 TKS........................................................ 27
20‑Hour Break‑In Period................................................... 27
After Break‑In Period........................................................ 27
End of First Season Checkup........................................... 27
Section 3 - Specifications
Specifications—3.0 MPI ECT................................................... 30
Engine Specifications—3.0 MPI ECT............................... 30
Fuel Requirements........................................................... 30
Fuel Ratings................................................................. 30
Using Reformulated (Oxygenated) Gasoline (USA
Only)............................................................................. 30
Gasoline Containing Alcohol........................................ 31
Bu16 Butanol Fuel Blends......................................... 31
Methanol and Ethanol Fuel Blends............................ 31
Engine Oil......................................................................... 31
Fluid Specifications........................................................... 32
Sterndrives................................................................... 32
Engine.......................................................................... 32
Specifications—3.0 TKS.......................................................... 32
