orangemarine F2.6 BMS, Owner'S Manual

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5 Ac tions in emergency
5.1 Impact damage
If the outboard motor hits an object in the water, follow the procedure below.
1.
Stop the engine immediately.
2.
Inspect the control system and all components for damage.
3.
Whether damage is found or not, return to the nearest harbor slowly and carefully.
4.
Have a «Orangemarine» dealer inspect the outboard motor before operating it again.
5.2 Starter will not operate
If the starter mechanism does not operate, the engine can be started with an emergency starter rope.
WARNING:
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Use this procedure only in an emergenc y and only to return to port for repairs.
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Be sure no one is standing behind you when pulling the starter rope. It c ould whip behind you and injure someone.
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Do not install the starter mechanism or top c owling after engine is running.
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Keep loose c lothing and other objects away when starting the engine. Do not touc h the flywheel or other moving parts when the
engine is running.
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Do not touch the ignition c oil, spark plug wire, spark plug c ap, or other elec tric al components when starting or operating the
motor.
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