Mercury HP700 SCi, Manual, Page: 56 / 138

OPERATION
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3. If the engine is cold, make sure the engine is idling smoothly
before operating the boat.
4. After the engine has warmed up, check the water 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.
Turn battery switch "ON," if equipped.
Operate bilge blowers, if equipped.
Open fuel shut off valve.
Open seacock, if equipped.
Perform all other checks specified by your dealer and/or
boat builder.
2.
After Starting
Observe all gauges to check condition of engine. If not
normal, stop engine.
Check for fuel, oil, water, fluid and exhaust leaks, etc.
Check shift and throttle control operation.
Check steering operation.
3.
While Underway
Observe all gauges to monitor engine condition.
4.
After Stopping
Shift to neutral. Turn ignition key "OFF."
Turn battery switch "OFF," if equipped.
Close fuel valve.
Close seacock.