Starting The Engine - TOHATSU MD 30B2 Owner's Manual

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ENGINE OPERATION
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3. Starting the engine

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When the engine is started in the test tank,
to avoid over heating and water pump
damage, be sure the water level is at least
10 cm (4 in.) above the anti ventilation
plate.
And be sure to remove the propeller, when
starting the engine in the test tank. (See
page 79)
Run the engine only at idling.
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1. Test tank
2. Water
3. Over 10 cm (4 in.)
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Be sure to stop engine immediately if cool-
ing water check port is not discharging
water, and check if cooling water intake is
blocked. Operating engine could lead to
overheating potentially leading to engine
damage. Consult an authorized dealer if
the cause cannot be found.
CAUTION
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CAUTION
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CAUTION
Do not keep turning starter motor for over
5 seconds, or the battery may be con-
sumed, potentially making the engine start-
i n g i m p o s s i b l e a n d / o r d a m a g i n g t h e
starter.
If cranking over 5 seconds fails to start
engine, return main switch to "ON", and
crank engine again after 10 seconds or
more.
Do not try to crank after engine has
started.
This model is provided with start in gear
protection.
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Note
Start-in-gear protection prevents engine
from starting at other than neutral shift. In-
gear starting of engine will move the boat
immediately, potentially leading to falling
down or causing passenger(s) to be thrown
overboard.
Tiller handle type
1. Be sure to install the stop switch lock
to the stop switch, and attach the stop
switch lanyard securely to the operator
or to the operator's PFD (Personal Flo-
tation Device.)
1. Stop switch lock
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