Starting - Volvo Penta 4.3GL Instruction Book

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Starting

NOTE! Do not start engine out of water unless using a flushing
adapter.
WARNING! When using a flushing adaptor, remove the
propellers befor starting engine to prevent accidental con-
tact with moving propellers. If propellers are not removed,
personal injury could result.
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Move the control lever to the neutral/idle position.
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Turn the ignition key one more step to the right (starter posi-
tion II) to start the engine. Release the key as soon as the
engine has started. Turn the starter motor for a maximum of
10 seconds, if the engine does not start release the key and
try again after a few seconds.
IMPORTANT Never turn the key to the starter position
with the engine running!
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Immediately after the engine has started check that the oil
pressure and battery charge instruments are reading nor-
mal.
NOTE! Your boat may be equipped with a low oil pressure (and
high engine coolant temperature) acoustic alarm and warning
lamp. This alarm may sound while the engine is started until oil
pressure has built up. Never rev a cold engine!
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If the engine is cold: idle it, while casting off for example.
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Shift to forward or reverse and start off.