O
PERATION
3
3-17
• Never turn the ignition key to
“Start” while the engine is run-
ning. The starter mechanism
could be damaged.
• If the starter motor is engaged
continuously for more than 5
seconds, the battery will become
quickly discharged and it will be
impossible to start the engine.
The starter motor may also be
damaged if it is engaged continu-
ously for more than 5 seconds.
On this boat, the engines are connected
directly to the drive unit. Starting either
engine generates some thrust imme-
diately. Only enough throttle should be
applied to keep the engine at a fast
enough idle to stay running.
Do not operate the boat with just
one engine running. Severe engine
damage could result because water
can flood the non-operating engine
through the cooling water intake. If
single-engine operation is unavoid-
able, operate the boat at a “no wake”
speed only.
STOPPING THE ENGINES
To stop the engine, return the throttle
levers to the idle position, then turn the
main switches to “Off.” The engines can
also be stopped by pulling the engine
stop switch lanyard.
Once the engines have stopped,
you have NO STEERING CONTROL
over the boat. You could collide
with another boat, a dock, or other
obstacle.
Remove the ignition keys and the
engine stop switch lanyard if the boat
will be left unattended.
Stopping the engines immediately after
operating at high rpm is not recom-
mended. Let the engines cool off at idle
or low speed for a few minutes first.
BLOWER
WARNING
Gasoline vapers can explode
Operate blower for at least 4 minuutes and
check engine compartments bilge for
gasoline vapors before starting engines
Do not start engines if there is a fuel leak or
loose electrical connection
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