ENGINE OPERATION
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ENOW00958-1
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Do not remove or install the top cowl
after the engine has started.
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The exposed rotating engine parts cause
serious injury.
ENOW00959-0
The top cowl must be installed while the
engine running except in an emergency. If
the top cowl is not installed correctly, water
splash can damage the engine.
ENOW00036-1A
When starting the outboard motor in the
test tank, make sure that:
1. Water level is at least 10 cm (4 in.) above
the anti-ventilation plate to avoid over-
heating of the engine.
2. Run at idling only
3. Remove the propeller.
(See page 70)
1.
Test tank
2.
Water
3.
Over 10 cm (4 in.)
ENOW00036-1
Operating outboard motor without cooling
water will lead to overheating and damage on
the outboard motor severely. In case the
cooling water check port is not discharging
water, stop the outboard motor immedi-
ately, check for any object, debris which may
be blocking the cooling water check port. If
you are unable to locate the cause, consult
an authorized dealer immediately.
ENOW00032-A
Do not hold turning starter motor more than
5 seconds, or the battery may be consumed,
potenti ally making the engine st ar ting
impossible and/or damaging the starter.
If cranking over 5 seconds fails to star t
engine, return main switch to “ON”, and
crank engine again after 10 seconds or more.
Do not try to crank after engine has started.
This model is provided with start in gear
protection.
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Note
Start-in-gear protection prevents the
engine from starting at other than neutral
shift. In-gear starting of engine will move
the boat immediately, potentially leading to
fall down or causing passenger(s) to be
thrown overboard.
2. Starting the engine
WARNING
CAUTION
CAUTION
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CAUTION
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