Operation; Safety Information; Engine Starting / Stopping - Evinrude E-TEC Operator's Manual

SAFETY INFORMATION

A DANGER
Serious injury or death can result from
contact with a rotating propeller or mov-
ing boat and outboard.
Propeller blades can be sharp and the
propeller can continue to turn even after
the engine is off.
Assure the engine and prop area is clear
of people and objects before starting
engine or operating the boat.
Be alert of people in the water.
Always shift the outboard to NEUTRAL
and shut off the engine immediately
when your boat is in an area where there
might be people in the water.
A DANGER
DO NOT run the engine indoors or with-
out adequate
exhaust fumes to accumulate in confined
areas. Engine exhaust contains carbon
monoxide which, if inhaled, can cause
serious brain damage or death.
A WARNING
The engine cover is a machinery guard.
DO NOT operate your outboard with the
cover off unless you are performing
maintenance or emergency starting, and
then be careful to keep hands, hair, and
clothing clear of all moving parts. Con-
tact with moving parts could cause injury
A WARNING
Be familiar with the waters you are oper-
ating in. The gearcase of this outboard
extends below the water surface and
could potentially come in contact with
underwater obstructions. Contact with
underwater obstructions may result in
loss of control and personal injury.

OPERATION

ventilation or permit

ENGINE STARTING / STOPPING

Refer to the Pre-Ride Inspection on page 42.
Complete the inspection before using your
Evinrude E-TEC outboard.
NOTICE
You MUST supply water to the
engine before attempting to start it.
Engine damage can occur quickly.
Be sure the water intake screens are below
the water surface.
Engine Cut–off/Key Switch
A combination engine cut–off switch and key
switch is a feature of Evinrude prewired re-
mote controls and all Evinrude control wiring
kits. Use of the engine cut–off feature is highly
recommended on all boats.
Connect the clip to the engine cut–off switch/
key switch.
1. Clip
2. Engine cut–off switch/key switch
3. Tether cord
A WARNING
Always use the tether cord when operat-
ing your boat to help prevent a runaway
boat and reduce the risk of personal
injury or death.
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