Volvo Penta V8-225, Operator'S Manual

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Starting the Engine
Audible Alarm
If an audible alarm has been installed on your boat, it
will perform a brief self-test when the ignition key is
turned to the RUN position. Following is a description
of how the alarm performs the self test.
When the ignition switch is turned to RUN (key on,
engine off), the alarm emits three short beeps to indi-
cate that the ECM is performing a check of the sensors.
If there are any problems detected by the ECM, the
alarm will sound; otherwise, it will remain off.
Volvo Penta provides an audible alarm with every
engine, however it’s installation is determined by the
manufacturer of your boat. If your boat does not have
an audible alarm available, we strongly recommend
that you contact your dealer to have one installed.
Starting the Engine
1 Move the control handle to the NEUTRAL detent
position N .
2 Turn the ignition switch to START S and hold, for
no longer than ten seconds or until engine starts. If
the engine does not start, let go momentarily, then
try again.
3 As soon as engine starts, release key to I (On/Run).
NOTICE! Never turn the key to S (Start) when the
engine is running. Start damage is possible.
NOTICE! Risk of starter damage, do not run the starter
for extended periods (>20 sec.). Allow time to cool
between start attempts.
If the engine floods during a warm start, follow the
directions In the following section to start the engine.
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