Operation
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Checks before starting engine
EWM01922
If any item in “Checks before starting en-
gine” is not working properly, have it in-
spected and repaired before operating the
outboard motor. Otherwise, an accident
could occur.
ECM00121
Do not start the engine out of water. Over-
heating and serious engine damage can
occur.
EMU36422
Fuel level
Be sure you have plenty of fuel for your trip. A
good rule is to use 1/3 of your fuel to get to
the destination, 1/3 to return, and to keep 1/3
as an emergency reserve. With the boat level
on a trailer or in the water, turn the key to “
”
(on) and check the fuel level. For fuel filling in-
structions, see page 46.
EMU47580
Removing top cowling
For the following checks in this chapter, re-
move the top cowling.
To remove the top cowling
(1) Pull the cowling lock levers outward, and
then turn them upward.
(2) Lift up the top cowling.
1. Cowling lock lever
1. Cowling lock lever
1. Top cowling
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