Suzuki DF100A, Owner'S Manual

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NOTE:
The continuous operating time of the starter
motor is set at five seconds.
When this time is exceeded, the starter motor
will automatically stop.
If the motor stops, wait about ten seconds for
the motor to cool down and try again.
4. Warm up the engine for about 5 minutes.
NOTICE
If you hold the ignition key at the
“START” position to start the engine, the
starter system can be damaged.
Turn the ignition key to the “START” posi-
tion once and release it to start the
engine.
The engine will crank continuously for 4
seconds or until the engine starts.
NOTICE
If the OIL lamp remains lit while operating
the outboard, the oil level may be low
enough to damage the engine.
Stop the engine and check the oil level.
Cooling water check
As soon as the engine starts, water should
spray out of the pilot water hole
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, indicating
that the water pump and cooling system are
working properly. If you notice that water does
not spray out of the pilot water hole, stop the
engine as soon as possible and consult your
authorized Suzuki Marine Dealer.
NOTICE
Never operate your outboard motor when
there is no water coming out of the pilot
water hole, or severe damage can result.
After starting the engine, check to make
sure that there is water coming out of the
pilot water hole.
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WARNING
Operating the boat when the emergency
stop switch is not operating properly can
be hazardous.
Before starting off, check to make sure
that the emergency stop switch operates
properly.