Raider 50 HP TLDI, Service Manual

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Shallow Water Operation
Shallow Water Operation Shallow Water Operation
Shallow Water Operation
DO NOT DO NOT DO NOT DO NOT operate engine with gear case dragging on sea bottom. This can
result in propeller or water pump damage.
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Place engine in shallow water drive position.
Refer to Shallow Water Drive.
Shallow Water Drive. Shallow Water Drive.
Shallow Water Drive.
DO NOT operate engine in REVERSE with the tilt/run lever in the TILT DO NOT operate engine in REVERSE with the tilt/run lever in the TILT DO NOT operate engine in REVERSE with the tilt/run lever in the TILT DO NOT operate engine in REVERSE with the tilt/run lever in the TILT
position. Engine can tilt up resulting in loss of control
position. Engine can tilt up resulting in loss of control position. Engine can tilt up resulting in loss of control position. Engine can tilt up resulting in loss of control.
2. Run at SLOW SPEEDS ONLY. Check water pump indicator often.
3. Before operating in deep water, be sure to lower engine and move tilt/run
lever to the RUN position.
Engine does not have impact protection when operated in the shallow water
drive position or when the tilt/run lever is in the TILT position. Engine will tilt up
suddenly if it hits an underwater obstruction.
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Impact Dam Impact Dam Impact Dam Impact Damage age age age ::::Your RIB and engine can be seriously damaged by a
collision at high or low speeds.
If you hit an object, stop immediately and examine the engine for loose
mounting hardware or clamp screws. Inspect for damage to stern and swivel
brackets, and components in the area of impact. Also, examine the RIB for
damage. Tighten any loose hardware. If collision occurred in the water,
proceed slowly to shore. Before operating again, inspect all components.
Failure to inspect for damage can result in sudden, unexpected component
failure and loss of control. Uncorrected damage can adversely affect the RIB
and engine's ability to resist subsequent collisions.
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Special Operating Conditions
Special Operating Conditions Special Operating Conditions
Special Operating Conditions
1. Sea Water
2. Fresh water flushing is recommended after use in salt, polluted, or
brackish water to prevent deposits from clogging the cooling passages.
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Check gear case anodes for deterioration, and replace if necessary.
During long periods of non-use, tilt engine so that the gear case is out of the
water, unless the temperature is below 32③ F (0③ C). When removing engine
from water, allow cooling system to drain completely by placing engine in
upright position.
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Weedy Water Weedy Water Weedy Water Weedy Water: : : : Weeds can block the water intakes and cause engine to
overheat. Weeds on the propeller will cause engine to vibrate.
Run at slow speeds and reverse engine frequently to clear weeds from
propeller. Check water pump indicator often. Remove weeds from propeller
and water intakes before operating in clear water.