Operation
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First-time operation
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Breaking in engine
Your new engine requires a period of
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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
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
3.Next two hours:
Accelerate at full throttle onto plane, then reduce engine speed to
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
page 28.
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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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