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Starting and Operation
Prior to starting the boat for the first time, read this entire Owner’s Manual. Before towing to the body of
water the first time, read the entire
Trailer section of this Owner’s Manual as there is important safety information
contained within it also. If the boat came with additional hand-out materials or other owner’s manuals specific to
various boat components, also read that material in its entirety.
All of these publications have been developed to protect boaters, their passengers, other people on the
highways on the way to the body of water, and others who are also boating. Information is provided to enhance
enjoyment of the Malibu experience, as well as how to care for and maintain the boat, engine, drive train,
components and trailer so that this will be a long-term, on-going source of enjoyment.
Starting the Engine—Wakesetters
Step 1: Be certain the boat’s shifter/throttle is fully upright in the neutral position. Additional information
follows regarding shifting and throttle response.
Step 2: Perform the pre-start routine, including the bilge inspection and engine compartment inspection.
(Details are provided in the How It Works section.) Leave the engine compartment open for the starting
process.
Step 3: Attach the emergency safety switch tether/lanyard to the switch
on the shifter/throttle, and also to a piece of the operator’s
clothing.
Step 4: Verify the blower switch has operated for several minutes with the
engine compartment open and the boat in the water.
Step 5: Press the power button and check that
power to the electrical system appears
by way of the video screen lighting, and
begin a check of the system. Enter the
boat code on the 7” screen. The default
is 1-2-3-4, but boat owners can change
this by following directions provided in the
Dashes and Video Screen
section of this Owner’s Manual.
Note: As a safety feature, when the key is turned ON, the navigation and anchor lights will also come ON.
Step 6: If the electrical system has responded, press and hold the START-STOP button for approximately one
(1) second and then release. The engine starter should engage and begin the process that will allow
the engine to run. If for some reason, the engine does not start, repeat Steps 5 and 6. Never press the
button for an extended period. If the engine does not start as it should, make sure the throttle/shifter
is in neutral. If it still does not start, then refer to the Troubleshooting section at the conclusion of this
Owner’s Manual for assistance in determining the cause. If any alarms sound or warning lights appear,
turn OFF the engine and troubleshoot. There is also a back-up ignition key on the starboard shifter
panel, next to the breaker panel. Start this as you would a land-based vehicle.
Step 7: Allow the engine to run for several minutes with the engine compartment open! It is extremely
important for any accumulated fumes to be vented in this way. It also assures that any new issues that
arise involving the engine, fuel system and ventilation system are noted. Accumulation of fumes within
the engine compartment can also lead to an explosion.
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