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Starting Procedure
1. Lower engine to running position and check the following
• Fuel level.
• Oil level (if separate lube oil tank).
• Engine mount secure.
• Propeller clear.
2. Loosen air-vent screw on fuel tank cap by 2 or 3 turns (if fitted).
3. Firmly connect fuel hose to both fuel tank and engine.
4. Squeeze primer bulb until it becomes firm.
5. Make sure throttle grip on handle in START position.
6. Clip lock plate onto emergency-stop switch and tie lanyard to your wrist.
7. Pull out choke if starting cold engine.
8. Start motor by pulling starter handle (manual start).
9. Push choke back in.
10. Check fuel pump to ensure membrane is not torn out.
11. Check carburettor to ensure that draining screw is not opened.
If engine starts but stops almost immediately:
1. Check choke has been pushed back in.
2. Checks 1 to 11 above.
If engine starts but stops:
1. Check propeller is not blocked.
2. Inspect spark plugs and clean if necessary.
If engine still fails to start seek mechanical advice.
Servicing after submersion
1. Remove engine cover and rinse power head with fresh water.
2. Disconnect spark plug leads and remove spark plugs.
3. Disconnect fuel lines from engine. Drain and clean all fuel lines and fuel tank.
4. Place engine in horizontal position (spark plug openings down) and work all water out by slowly rotating flywheel about 20
times or until there is no sign of water.
5. Drain carburettor: place engine in upright position and remove carburettor for Disassembly and draining
6. Disassemble, clean and flush the starter, electrical connectors and all electrical equipment with fresh water. Then treat
them with a water displacing electrical spray and thoroughly dry them before assembly.
7. Inject outboard lubricant into spark plug holes.
8. If engine shows evidence that sand may have entered it (sand under the engine cover or a slight grinding or scraping when
the flywheel is rotated) do not attempt to start the engine. It must be disassembled and cleaned.
9. Reassemble the parts. Start the engine and run for 30 minutes in fresh water.
