Getting Underway
•Make sure there are no ropes, gear bags, arms/legs near the belts and pulleys of the engine. Severe injury can result by becoming entangled in the belts of the engine while it is running. Make sure the boat is deep enough in the water to supply the water intake with water to cool the engine. Move the throttle into the NEUTRAL “straight up” position.
!WARNING Fire or explosion hazard from fumes accumulating in bilge area. Ventilate the engine compartment by running the blower for four minutes, especially after repairing or refueling and check for fuel spills or leaks.
•Close the engine cover.
!WARNING An engine guard which is not in place or contact with any moving parts can cause death or serious injury. The engine box cover is a machinery guard. DO NOT operate your boat without the cover closed and in place unless you are performing a check or maintenance. Keep your hands, clothing, hair and any other body parts away from any moving parts.
•Start the engine.
CAUTION DO NOT continue to operate the starter for more than 30 seconds without pausing to allow the starter motor to cool off for five minutes. This allows the battery to recover between starting attempts.
