Operation

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First-time operation

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Breaking in engine

Your new engine requires a period of break-in to allow mating surfaces of moving parts to wear in evenly. Correct break-in will help ensure proper performance and longer engine life. NOTICE: Failure to follow the break-in procedure could result in reduced engine life or even severe engine damage. [ECM00801]

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Gasoline and engine oil mixing chart (25:1)

1.: Gasoline

2.: Engine oil

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NOTICE

Be sure to mix gasoline and oil complete- ly, otherwise the engine may be damaged.

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Procedure for pre-mixed models

Run the engine under load (in gear with a propeller installed) for 10 hours as follows.

1.First 10 minutes:

Run the engine at the lowest possible speed. A fast idle in neutral is best.

2.Next 50 minutes:

Do not exceed half throttle (approximate- ly 3000 r/min). Vary engine speed occa- sionally. If you have an easy-planing boat, accelerate at full throttle onto plane, then immediately reduce the throttle to 3000 r/min or less.

3.Next two hours:

Accelerate at full throttle onto plane, then reduce engine speed to three-quarter throttle (approximately 4000 r/min). Vary engine speed occasionally. Run at full throttle for one minute, then allow about 10 minutes of operation at three-quarter throttle or less to let the engine cool.

4.Remaining seven hours:

Run the engine at any speed. However, avoid operating at full throttle for more than 5 minutes at a time.

5.After the first 10 hours:

Operate the engine normally. Use the standard premix ratio of gasoline and oil. For details on mixing fuel and oil, see

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Getting to know your boat

Different boats handle differently. Operate cautiously while you learn how your boat handles under different conditions and with different trim angles (see page 35).

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Checks before starting engine

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WARNING

If any item in the checks before starting engine is not working properly, have it inspected and repaired before operating the outboard motor. Otherwise an accident could occur.

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NOTICE

Do not start the engine out of water. Overheating and serious engine damage can occur.

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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

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