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Raider Operators Manual                                                                                     R40ES-001-15-1 

 

1. 

Your Raider 40  Outboard Motor

 

a.

 

Limited Warranty 

 

This Raider product is fully guaranteed against defective materials and workmanship for 
the period on one year from date on DD-250 form.   The limited warranty will not apply to 
normal wear and tear of parts, adjustments, tune-ups, or to any damage caused, but not 
limited to careless use. 
 
Raider has taken every advantage using non-corrosive materials, high quality and high 
reliable parts. This multi-fuel, submersible outboard has been built for ruggedness and 
durability to meet war 

fighter’s

 needs. After missions the motor should be washed with 

soap and water and let dry.  Fuel should be run out prior to storage. 
 
The limited warranty does not cover maintenance items.  The following items are a few 
examples not covered by the limited warranty: spark plugs, Anode, Propeller, Fuel filter, 
Oil filter, Starter rope, Shear-pin, Rubber goods, water pump impeller, oil seal, vinyl tub-
ing, and battery. 
 
The limited warranty will not cover the boat the product is mounted on, trailer, equip-
ment, or accessories associated with the product. 
 

b.  Serial Number                                                           

 

The serial number is located on the engine block-near heads. 
 

c.  Safety/Danger/Warnings/Cautions  

Before operating the Raider outboard motor, be sure to thoroughly read and understand 
this Users manual and follow all of the instructions shown.  Of particular importance in-
formation preceded by the words or symbols draw attention to safety issues.  This man-
ual contains information that can help prevent personal injury and damage to equipment. 
Understand the following symbols before proceeding: 
 
All motors with electric start will start in gear.  User has responsibility to insure Raider is 
in neutral before starting.  Operator assumes responsibility for this operation. 

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Battery 

Battery must be safely maintained and cannot 

 under any circumstances- 

Take a “fast” charge.  A battery “maintainer” is provided and should be 

used when motor is being stored.  The battery will recharge upon running 
of the Raider Outboard.  Primary method of start 

 Pull Starter. 

 

 Safety Warning: When replacement parts are required, use genuine Raider parts, or 

parts with equivalent characteristics, including type, strength, and material.  

 

All photographs and illustrations used in this manual may not depict actual models or equip-

ment, but are intended as representative views for reference only. 

 

 d.  Features of Raider Outboard 

      - Electric start with battery located under cowling 
      - Grab handle for easy movement of motor on land and in water 
      - Transom plates for easy installation onto RIB 
      - Dewatering lever to dewater both pistons/heads and fuel 
      - Lightweight 

 under 150 lbs. 

Summary of Contents for 40

Page 1: ...anual R40 ES 001 15 1 This manual has been prepared for the United States military for Operator knowledge of the Multi fuel Submersible Outboard motor designed and manufactured under Contract No N6133...

Page 2: ...Multi fuel 8 b Raider Break in 8 c Normal Starting Procedure 9 d After Raider Starts Warm Up 9 e Throttle Friction 10 f Shifting 10 g Stopping Raider 11 h Trim Angle 11 i Trailering 11 j Tilting 11 k...

Page 3: ...ore operating the Raider outboard motor be sure to thoroughly read and understand this Users manual and follow all of the instructions shown Of particular importance in formation preceded by the words...

Page 4: ...re relief valve Ignition System Inductive Gear Reduction Gear Ratio 13 25 1 85 Firing Order 1 2 Spark Plug NBE1H 10 stainless steel Alternator 12V 280W Maximum 13 6 volts regulated Battery Lithium Iro...

Page 5: ...Two Stroke Synthetic Oil to gasoline Hook up fuel lines Squeeze fuel bulb to get fuel into motor Insure bat tery is connected Press start button or pull start Dewatering slide lever located on left si...

Page 6: ...g rod the molecules break down to a fine mist The figure below shows atomization of the engine fuels prior to entering the combustion chamber 1 2 3 Fuel Induction System parts breakdown critical parts...

Page 7: ...s and air dropped This in stallation will discuss a typical installation no special operations installation Position the outboard engine at the exact center of the stern and mount it against the Rub b...

Page 8: ...t of a single steering unit for dual mount assembly can be quickly placed on dual motors for control and a cable inserted from one engine to the op posite for single power to both outboards d Installa...

Page 9: ...um iron and has been sealed If you notice any issues with the battery like overheating remove and replace the battery If the battery fails to start it will recharge after the Raider is in operation No...

Page 10: ...ended similar fuels are used Additives must be added to fuel prior to missions that use JP 5 8 heavy fuels b Raider Break in 10 Hours The Raider has provided the break in at the factory The most criti...

Page 11: ...tored in the cowling parts tool kit in cowling Turn twist grip to start position Move the twist grip from the start position Move shift lever to the NEUTRAL position The engine will ONLY start in NEUT...

Page 12: ...quick motion DO NOT shift engine with throttle control advanced beyond the shift position Increase Speed Turn throttle control counterclockwise toward FAST toward you if seated in boat next to engine...

Page 13: ...e in the normal vertical position For additional road clearance move angle adjusting rod to an outer stern bracket position Refer to Raider Trim Angle DO NOT use the tilt support as a Trailering brack...

Page 14: ...TILT position Engine can tilt up resulting in loss of control 2 Run at SLOW SPEEDS ONLY Check water pump indicator often Note Shallow water drive setting can be adjusted for different boat load condit...

Page 15: ...fine mist over motor Sea Water Fresh water flushing is recommended after use in salt polluted or brackish water to prevent deposits from clogging the cooling passages Check gear case anodes for deteri...

Page 16: ...engine into REVERSE and operate at a slow speed for about 10 seconds This might clear debris blocking the water intake screens IF the water pump indicator is still not discharging a steady stream of...

Page 17: ...ormal Starting Procedure In your emergency kit you will find tools that will be required to get engine running If pull start rope breaks electric start does not function remove three bolts on pull sta...

Page 18: ...pate internal mois ture In other than mission situations run engine under normal operating conditions for 15 to 40 minutes During mission situations operate as conditions require t Post Submersion Pro...

Page 19: ...on running engines Do not wear jewelry or loose clothing Keep hair hands and clothing away from rotating flywheel Replace any locking fastener locknut or patch screw if it s locking feature becomes w...

Page 20: ...for ease of movement These handles can remain extended to lay mo tor on its side Movement and storage of Raider should be done on stand The Raider stand was devel oped for durability and excellent hei...

Page 21: ...ilm that actually lifts water and moisture from metal surfaces It protects equipment and tools that are left outdoors even in humid coastal areas Anti Corrosion Spray dries out ignition systems to sta...

Page 22: ...f Storage Fogging Oil and spray oil through the throttle plate 2 Stop engine and remove all spark plugs Spray Storage Fogging Oil into the spark plug holes 3 Pull starter to distribute the fogging oil...

Page 23: ...eplace engine cover Use touch up paint where needed 13 Coat all outside painted surfaces of engine with automotive wax 14 The engine should typically stored in a normal vertical position on the boat o...

Page 24: ...der for your next mission Dewater the engine following the procedures in Dewater Procedure Operate the engine for approximately five minutes at full operating temperature with fresh water Whenever pos...

Page 25: ...Raider Operators Manual R40ES 001 15 1 23 Raider Outboards www raideroutboards com 321 403 3585 Cage Code 595K1 September 2014...

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