Owner`s manual

TABLE
OF
CONTENTS
Safety ................................................................................................. 1
Direct Safety Concerns .......................................................................... 2
Introducing the MV8 ........................................................................... 3
Exhaust System ................................................................................... 5
Fuel System ........................................................................................ 5
Cooling System ................................................................................... 6
Open Cooling System ........................................................................ 7
Full Closed Cooling System ................................................................. 7
Electrical System ................................................................................. 8
Fuse Box ........................................................................................ 8
Boat/Engine Interface Wiring ............................................................... 9
Engine Sensors .................................................................................... 9
Alarms .............................................................................................. 9
Water Temperature ...........................................................................10
Oil Pressure ...................................................................................10
Fueling the MV8 .................................................................................11
Fuel Requirements ..............................................................................11
Oxygenated Gasoline or Gasoline Containing Alcohol ................................12
When the Boat Is Not Used for a While ..................................................12
Fuels Outside the United States and Canada ............................................12
Other Pre-Outing Requirements ..........................................................13
Engine Oil ........................................................................................13
Transmission Fluid/Oil ......................................................................... 13
Before Each Use .................................................................................14
Check the Raw Water Impeller/Sea Pump ..................................................14
Check the Transmission Cooler ...............................................................15
Check the Coolant Level ....................................................................... 15
Check the Alternator Belt for Looseness or Damage ......................................16
Inspect the Battery Connections and Hold-Downs ........................................16
Inspect the Engine for Loose or Missing Hardware........................................17
Inspect the Throttle and Shift Cables for Kinks, Wear and Interference ................ 18
Inspect the Fuel and Exhaust Systems for Leaks ...........................................18
Check that the Battery Is Fully Charged ..................................................... 18
Check the Transmission Fluid/Oil Level ....................................................19
Check the Engine Oil Level ...................................................................20
After Each Use ...................................................................................21
Check Raw Water Pick-up .....................................................................21
Flush Raw Water/Sea Pump System .........................................................21
Check for Leaks .................................................................................22
Clean Any Residue ..............................................................................22
Starting, Stopping and New Engine Break-In ........................................23
First Hours of Operation ......................................................................24
After Initial Hours of Operation ..............................................................24
Before the Engine Is Started ................................................................... 24
Starting the Engine ..............................................................................25
Shifting Gears ....................................................................................26
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