Owner`s manual

OPERATION
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Engine Break‑in Procedure ‑ Vary the throttle setting during the first hour of operation. During the first hour of
operation, avoid remaining at constant speed for more than two minutes and avoid sustained wide open throttle.
MODELS WITHOUT OIL INJECTION
Engine Break‑in Fuel Mixture ‑ Use a 25:1 (4%) gasoline/oil mixture in the first tank of fuel. After the break‑in fuel
mixture is used up, use a 50:1 (2%) gasoline/oil mixture.
Engine Break‑in Procedure ‑ Vary the throttle setting during the first hour of operation. During the first hour of
operation, avoid remaining at constant speed for more than two minutes and avoid sustained wide open throttle.
Starting The Engine
Before starting, read the Pre‑Starting Check List, Special Operating Instructions, and Engine Break‑in Procedure
in the Operation section.
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CAUTION
Never start or operate your outboard (even momentarily) without water circulating through all the cooling water
intake holes in the gearcase to prevent damage to the water pump (running dry) or overheating of the engine.
1. Lower the outboard to the vertical operating position. Make sure all cooling water intake holes are
submerged.
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2. Open fuel tank vent screw (in filler cap) on manual venting type fuel tanks.
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3. Connect the fuel line to the outboard.
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4. Squeeze the fuel line primer bulb several times until it feels firm.