Warming Up Engine; Choke Start Models; Shifting - Yamaha 20D Owner's Manual

6. Turn the main switch to "
and hold it for a maximum of 5 seconds.
7. Immediately after the engine starts, re-
lease the main switch and allow it to re-
turn to " " (on).
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CAUTION:
Never turn the main switch to "
G
(start) while the engine is running.
Do not keep the starter motor turning
G
for more than 5 seconds. If the starter
motor is turned continuously for more
than 5 seconds, the battery will be
quickly discharged, thus making it im-
possible to start the engine. The starter
can also be damaged. If the engine will
not start after 5 seconds of cranking,
return the main switch to "
10 seconds, then crank the engine
again.
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Warming up engine

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Choke start models

1. After starting the engine, allow it to idle
for 3 minutes to warm up. Failure to do
so will shorten engine life. Gradually re-
turn the choke knob to its home position
as the engine warms up.
2. Check for a steady flow of water from the
" (start),
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CAUTION:
A continuous flow of water from the cool-
ing water pilot hole shows that the water
ON
OFF START
pump is pumping water through the cool-
ing passages. If water is not flowing out
of the hole at all times while the engine is
running, overheating and serious dam-
age could occur. Stop the engine and
check whether the cooling water inlet on
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the lower case or the cooling water pilot
hole is blocked. Consult your Yamaha
dealer if the problem cannot be located
and corrected.
"
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" (on), wait
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Before shifting, make sure there are no
swimmers or obstacles in the water near
you.
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CAUTION:
To change the boat direction or shifting
position from forward to reverse or vice-
versa, first close the throttle so that the
engine idles (or runs at low speeds).
cooling water pilot hole.

Shifting

WARNING
Operation
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