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STARTING THE ENGINE
Before starting engine in a confined engine room, install
proper outlet exhaust ventilation equipment. Always use
safety approved fuel storage and piping.
NOTE: Key switch (A) on main (standard) instrument
panel must be in “ON” position to start engine using fly
bridge (optional) instrument panel.
6. Press start button (B) to crank the engine. When the
engine starts, release the button.
7. After the engine starts, observe the oil pressure gauge
(C) until it reads at least the slow idle pressure specified
for your engine in the Specifications Section.
8. Warm up the engine at or below 1200 rpm with no load
for 1-2 minutes. See following guidelines.
9. Check all gauges for normal engine operation. If
operation is not normal, stop the engine and determine
the cause.
10. Check sea water outlet for water flow. Check exhaust
pipe for water flow on engines with wet exhaust systems.
If sea water does not flow within one minute after engine
starts, stop engine and check sea cock, sea water strainer,
and sea water pump for restrictions.
Engine Operation
COLD WEATHER OPERATION
Additional information on cold weather operation is
available from your authorized servicing dealer.
Some engines are equipped with an air intake heater
which will make starting the engine easier in cold
weather.
If equipped, follow steps 1–4 as listed under STARTING
THE ENGINE, earlier in this section. Switch on the air
intake heater for 30 seconds and then proceed to operate
the starter. Follow remaining steps 5–11.
Synthetic oils improve flow at low temperatures,
especially in arctic conditions.
Starting fluid is highly flammable.
DO NOT use starting fluid on engines equipped with air
intake heaters.
DO NOT use starting fluid near fire, sparks, or flames. DO
NOT incinerate or puncture starting fluid container.
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