Running Checks - BRP Evinrude Installation Manual

PREDELIVERY

RUNNING CHECKS

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Single Ram System–Add Evinrude/Johnson
Biodegradable TNT Fluid, as needed, to bring
level to the bottom of the fill plug threads.
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Single Ram System, 75 - 130 HP
1. Filler cap
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Single Ram System, 15 - 60 HP
1. Filler cap
Install the filler cap and tighten to a torque of 45 to
55 in. lbs. (5 to 6 N·m).
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Disengage tilt support.
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Cycle the unit at least five complete cycles to
purge all air from the system. When cycling the
unit, hold the trim switch ON an additional 5 to
10 seconds after the unit reaches the end of its
travel before activating the switch in the oppo-
site direction.
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RUNNING CHECKS
DO NOT run the engine indoors or without
adequate ventilation or permit exhaust
fumes to accumulate in confined areas.
Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide
which, if inhaled, can cause serious brain
damage or death.
Contact with a rotating propeller is likely to
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result in serious injury or death. Assure
the engine and prop area is clear of people
and objects before starting engine or oper-
ating boat. Do not allow anyone near a pro-
peller, even when the engine is off. Blades
can be sharp and the propeller can con-
tinue to turn even after the engine is off.
DO NOT run outboard without a water sup-
ply to the outboard's cooling system. Cool-
ing system and/or powerhead damage
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could occur.
Engine Monitoring System
Attach emergency stop lanyard.
Turn key switch to ON. Warning horn should
sound for 1/2 second.
All SystemCheck warning lights should turn on at
the same time, then turn off one at a time.
Fuel System
Perform running checks of the fuel system by fol-
lowing these steps:
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Squeeze fuel primer bulb until hard or activate
electric primer. Observe all fuel hoses and con-
nections. Repair any leaks.
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Start outboard. Inspect all hoses and connec-
tions. Repair any leaks or misrouted hoses
immediately.
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DANGER
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WARNING
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CAUTION