Evinrude E-TEC Operator's Manual page 38

Using Your Evinrude E-TEC Outboard
In the S.A.F.E. mode, engine speed is limited. Under certain conditions, the engine's
limited speed may reduce maneuverability of your boat. If the S.A.F.E. mode is acti-
vated and you are unable to correct the problem, seek assistance and/or return to
safe harbor. Serious engine damage, engine shutoff, and/or reduced maneuverability
may be imminent.
The following warnings may appear on the engine monitor gauge.
"LOW OIL"
Symptom Oil in the oil tank is at reserve level (about 1/4 full)
Result EMM will activate low oil light or display warning
• Fill the oil tank with recommended outboard oil as soon as possible to avoid empty-
ing the tank. The outboard has a limited amount of time of normal running time be-
Action
fore "NO OIL" condition occurs. Refer to
refill the oil tank with recommended oil as soon as possible.
"NO OIL"
Symptom There is an oil delivery problem
Result EMM will activate S.A.F.E.* mode
• If the oil tank is empty, add the recommended oil.
Action
• If the oil tank is not empty, seek assistance and/or return to safe harbor.
Your outboard is designed to run in "get home" mode for up to five hours in the event you run out
of oil. Refill the oil tank. Prime oil system. Refer to
"WATER TEMP" or "HOT"
Symptom The engine is overheating
Result EMM will activate S.A.F.E.* mode
• A continuous light with S.A.F.E. mode — The EMM has identified an overheating
condition. Check the water pump indicator for a steady stream of water. Shut OFF
the engine. Clear the water intake screens of any debris. If the overheat condition still
Action exists, the engine will operate in "get home" mode. Return to harbor immediately.
• A flashing light — The EMM has identified a damaging overheating condition. The
engine will not operate. Allow the engine to cool for 20 minutes and return to harbor
immediately. See your Dealer.
"CHECK ENGINE" or "CHK ENG"
Symptom An abnormal operating condition
Result EMM will activate check engine light or display warning
• A flashing light — The EMM has identified an abnormal operating condition related
to the fuel system. The engine will shut OFF and cannot be restarted.
• A continuous light with S.A.F.E. mode — The EMM has identified a problem with
Action the outboard. Seek assistance and/or return to harbor. See your Dealer.
• A continuous light without S.A.F.E. mode — The EMM has identified a problem
that should be addressed by your Dealer as soon as practical to avoid operational
difficulties.
If the outboard shuts OFF and the "CHECK ENGINE" or "CHK ENG" light is flashing,
the outboard cannot be restarted. A hazardous fuel condition may exist. Seek assis-
tance to return to port. See your Dealer.
*Speed Adjusting Failsafe Electronics
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A WARNING
Filling the Oil Tank
Priming the Oil System
A WARNING
on page 17. Always
on page 17.