Operation
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off, allowing the boat to continue to
run and cause an accident.
1
Clip
2
Engine shut-off switch
3
Engine shut-off cord (lanyard)
TIP:
The engine will not start when the clip is re-
moved from the engine shut-off switch. The
starter motor will turn over without the cord at-
tached.
(4) Put the remote control lever in the neutral
position. The starter motor will not oper-
ate unless the remote control lever is in
neutral. Turn the main switch to the start
position and release it when the engine
starts. If the engine does not start after 5
seconds of cranking, release the switch.
Wait at least 15 seconds before trying to
start the engine again.
NOTICE
●
Never turn the main switch to the start
position while the engine is running. The
starter mechanism could be damaged.
●
If the starter motor is engaged continu-
ously for more than 5 seconds, the bat-
tery will become quickly discharged and
it will be impossible to start the engine.
The starter motor may also be damaged
if it is engaged continuously for more
than 5 seconds.
On this boat, the engine is connected directly
to the drive unit. Starting the engine gener-
ates some thrust immediately. Only enough
throttle should be applied to keep the engine
at a fast enough idle to stay running.
Stopping the engine
WARNING
Once the engine has stopped, you have
NO STEERING CONTROL over the boat.
You could collide with another boat, a
dock, or other obstacle.
Stopping the engine immediately after operat-
ing at high engine speeds is not recommend-
ed. Let the engine cool off at idle or low speed
for a few minutes first.
To stop the engine:
(1) Return the remote control lever to the
neutral position.
(2) Turn the main switch to the off position.
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2
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BLOWER
BILGE
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