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This product contains or emits chemicals known to the state of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. Operator’s Guide 15 H.O. / 25 / 30 HORSEPOWER E15D, E15H,E25D, E25T, E30D, E30T 2012 Model Year *216067*...
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• Simplified Winterization Procedure • Digital Diagnostics • Low Oil Usage Durable and Reliable • Full Corrosion Protection • Evinrude E-TEC Lubrication System • Auto-Calibrated Linkage • Robust, Heavy-Duty Design • Posi-Lock Latches • Extra Capacity Water Pump • Iridium Spark Plugs •...
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Your purchase comes with the full commitment and support of the BRP Out- board team. Your new engine will provide you with years of reliable enjoyment. The many benefits of the Evinrude E-TEC engine will add hours of fun for you and your family and your time on the water…...
ABOUT THIS GUIDE This Operator’s Guide is an essential part of This Operator’s Guide uses the following sig- your Evinrude E-TEC outboard. It contains nal words identifying important safety mes- pertinent information which, if followed, will sages. provide you with a thorough understanding...
IMPORTANT SAFETY MESSAGES This Operator’s Guide contains essential in- – Remember, gasoline fumes are flamma- formation to help prevent personal injury and ble and explosive. Always adhere to the damage to equipment. Safety messages ap- fueling procedure contained in this Oper- pear throughout this Guide in the applicable ator’s Guide and those given to you by section.
– When replacement parts are required, – High performance boats have a high use Evinrude/Johnson Genuine Parts or power-to-weight ratio. If you are not ex- parts with equivalent characteristics, in- perienced in the operation of a high per- cluding type, strength and material. Us-...
BRP offers technical literature specifically for your outboard. A service manual, a parts cata- log, or an extra Operator’s Guide can be purchased from your selling Dealer. For the name and location of the nearest Evinrude Dealer in the United States and Canada visit www.evinrude.com.
Using Your Evinrude E-TEC Outboard SAFETY INFORMATION ON THE OUTBOARD REMOTE CONTROL DECALS This outboard comes with hang tags and la- bels containing important safety information All remote controls have the following labels about the operation of the outboard. Any per- attached.
Using Your Evinrude E-TEC Outboard COMPONENT IDENTIFICATION – POWER TILT MODELS 006997 Item Description Item Description Air Inlet, Tilt Handle Trim Tab Engine Cover Latch Water Intake Screens Water Pump Indicator, Flushing Port Rope Pull Start Handle Anti-Corrosion Anodes...
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– P OMPONENT DENTIFICATION OWER ODELS Port 006998 Starboard 006999 Item Description Item Description Oil Tank Fuel Connector Oil Fill Cap Battery Cables Fuse Spark Plugs Spare Fuse EMM (Engine Management Module) Air Silencer Rewind Starter / Flywheel Guard...
Refill the oil tank with approved oil as soon as possible. The following outboard oils are recommended for use in your Evinrude E-TEC outboard: Refer to Engine Monitoring on page 43. • Evinrude/Johnson XD100; Check the oil tank level frequently. Always •...
Prime the oiling system to remove air from the system before operating the outboard if: • The outboard is new – Dealer must prime the oiling system using Evinrude Diagnostic 1. Tilt handle 007001 software; Release the hook from its catch in the front •...
FUEL ADDITIVES duction of gum and varnish deposits which can degrade the fuel system. The only fuel additives approved for use in your Evinrude E-TEC outboard are: Recommended Fuel • Evinrude/Johnson 2+4 Fuel Conditioner Use unleaded gasoline with the following oc- •...
Using Your Evinrude E-TEC Outboard FUELING PROCEDURE Always follow the instructions provided with the fuel tank and cap. A WARNING On a Trailer Fuel is flammable and explosive under 1) Make sure the boat is level. certain conditions. Follow these instruc-...
IL AND FUEL SYSTEM INFORMATION Fuel Connector If equipped, disconnect fuel hose connectors A WARNING from the engine’s fuel connector when the en- gine is not in use. If engine is equipped with a quick-dis- connect fuel hose, you MUST disconnect the fuel hose from the engine and the fuel tank to prevent fuel leaks: •...
Using Your Evinrude E-TEC Outboard OPERATION SAFETY INFORMATION ENGINE STARTING / STOPPING - TILLER MODELS A DANGER Refer to the Pre-Ride Inspection on page 49. Serious injury or death can result from Complete the inspection before using your contact with a rotating propeller or mov- Evinrude E-TEC outboard.
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PERATION Connect the clip to the engine cut–off switch. Disconnecting the clip and tether cord will stop the engine and prevent the boat from be- coming a runaway if the driver moves beyond the range of the tether cord. If the tether cord is too long, it can be shortened by knotting or looping it.
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Using Your Evinrude E-TEC Outboard Move the shift lever to NEUTRAL. Refer to If the outboard is started with the throttle ad- Shifting and Speed Control - Tiller Models vanced, the outboard will be in a safety mode. on page 28.
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PERATION Engine Stopping ON position.) Crank the engine no longer than 20 seconds. Twist the throttle grip to SLOWEST speed po- sition. Move shift lever to NEUTRAL. Press the engine cut–off switch until the out- board stops running. If equipped, close the vent screw on the fuel tank’s filler cap.
Using Your Evinrude E-TEC Outboard SHIFTING AND SPEED CONTROL - Speed Control With the outboard running, twist throttle grip: TILLER MODELS • Clockwise to decrease speed; or • Counterclockwise to increase speed NOTICE Carefully check the function of all control and engine systems before leaving the dock.
PERATION IDLE SPEED CONTROL SWITCH TILLER HANDLE ADJUSTMENTS This switch allows idle speed to be adjusted Tiller Handle Angle between 600 RPM and 900 RPM (approxi- mate). Tiller handle angle can be raised or lowered by turning the adjustment screw under the Press and release the –...
At each outing, inspect clip and tether A combination engine cut–off switch and key cord for cuts, breaks, or wear. Replace worn switch is a feature of Evinrude prewired re- or damaged parts. mote controls and all Evinrude control wiring Snap the tether cord to a secure place on the kits.
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PERATION might tear away instead of activating the en- If the following directions are not suitable for gine cut–off switch. your boat’s control, see your Dealer before proceeding. Move the remote control handle to NEU- TRAL. A WARNING If you are using a remote control that does not have start-in-gear prevention, the outboard can be started while it is in gear.
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Using Your Evinrude E-TEC Outboard Engine Starting After Engine Starts Check the water pump indicator. A steady Turn the key switch fully clockwise to the stream of water indicates the water pump is START position. working. If a steady stream of water from the...
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PERATION Disconnecting the Fuel Hose Disconnect the fuel hose from the fuel con- nector. A WARNING A small amount of fuel may be released when the fuel connector is disconnected. Always wipe off any fuel spillage. 1. Fuel connector 007004 If equipped, close vent screw on fuel tank cap.
IMPORTANT: When selecting the remote control system for your boat, specify Evinrude com- ponents. Evinrude controls deliver the cable stroke your outboard needs for positive shift and throttle control, and they incorporate such safety and convenience features as: •...
PERATION Shifting Speed Control After gear engagement, move the control NOTICE handle slowly in the same direction to in- When shifting from FOR- crease speed. WARD to REVERSE or from REVERSE to FORWARD, pause at NEUTRAL until the engine is at idle speed and the boat has FUEL ECONOMY slowed.
Using Your Evinrude E-TEC Outboard TILTING AND TRIM MANUAL TILT MODELS IMPORTANT: Use the tilt grip to tilt your out- board. Do not use the tiller handle as a lever. Tilt UP Move the tilt/run lever to TILT position. 1. Tilt support bracket...
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ILTING AND Trim Angle Adjustment A WARNING Boat stability and steering torque can vary due to changing water conditions. If any adverse conditions occur, reduce throttle and/or adjust tilt angle to maintain control. If you experience boat instability and/or high steering torque, see your Dealer to cor- rect these conditions.
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Using Your Evinrude E-TEC Outboard Tilt Pin Relocate the tilt pin if necessary. Refer to Tilt Pin on page 38. To adjust the trim angle: Place the outboard in full TILT position. Refer to Tilt UP on page 36. • Grasp the tilt pin retainer and squeeze to re- lease.
ILTING AND POWER TRIM AND TILT MODELS A WARNING Any malfunction of the power trim and tilt unit could result in loss of shock absorber protection if an underwater obstruction is hit. Malfunction can also result in loss of reverse thrust capability.
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Using Your Evinrude E-TEC Outboard Trim Angle Adjustment Use the trim/tilt switch to adjust the outboard position in the tilt range or trim range. Run the boat in the water to determine the best trim angle. IMPORTANT: Weight distribution can affect the performance of the boat.
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ILTING AND Tilt Support Lever Manual Release Valve If you intend to leave the outboard tilted for a If needed, the outboard will tilt up or down period of time, engage the tilt support lever: manually, using the manual release valve. 1) Tilt the outboard UP using the trailering tilt A WARNING switch.
Using Your Evinrude E-TEC Outboard IMPACT DAMAGE PROTECTION boat and outboard can be seriously dam- aged. Your outboard has a shock absorption system designed to help withstand damage from im- pact with underwater objects at low to moder- ate speeds. High speed impacts with rigid...
ENGINE MONITORING S.A.F.E. ENGINE SYSTEM ENGINE OVERHEATING This outboard is equipped with Speed Adjust- NOTICE ing Failsafe Electronics (S.A.F.E.). Do not run your outboard— even for a brief start-up—without supply- S.A.F.E. is an engine warning system con- ing water to it. Refer to Flushing on page trolled by the Engine Management Module (EMM).
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Using Your Evinrude E-TEC Outboard 3) Tilt the outboard up. A WARNING 4) Clean the intake screens of any blockage. 5) Clean the water pump indicator of any The engine cover and flywheel guard are blockage. machinery guards. Use caution when the 6) Lower the outboard.
ENGINE MONITORING SYSTEM A WARNING Evinrude outboards equipped with remote Do not run the engine in a low oil condi- controls use the SystemCheck engine moni- tion for a long period of time. If run in toring system. excess of 4 hours, the engine will shut down and will not restart.
Using Your Evinrude E-TEC Outboard SPECIAL OPERATING CONDITIONS COLD AND FREEZING WEATHER SALT WATER Anode protection for the outboard has been NOTICE provided for use in salt or brackish water. When operating in conditions under 32°F (0°C), Evinrude/Johnson Upon removal from salt water, leave outboard XD100 oil, must be used.
PECIAL PERATING ONDITIONS IMPORTANT: Impact damage is NOT cov- ered by the outboard warranty. UNDER TOW Should you require a tow from another boat: • Shift your engine to NEUTRAL; • Tilt its gearcase out of the water; • Off-load all persons into another boat; and •...
Using Your Evinrude E-TEC Outboard TRANSPORTING THE OUTBOARD NOTICE Use of the steering friction A WARNING lever to position the outboard for traile- If engine is equipped with a quick-dis- ring may cause damage to the outboard. connect fuel hose, you MUST disconnect...
PRE-RIDE INSPECTION A WARNING Always perform a pre-ride inspection before operating the boat. Check the proper operation of critical controls, safety features and mechanical components. Correct any problems BEFORE leaving the dock. Make sure all safety equipment required by local law is onboard. ITEM OPERATION ...
Maintenance, replacement, or repair of the EPA Emission Regulations emission control devices and systems All new 1999 and more recent Evinrude out- may be performed by any marine SI (spark boards manufactured by BRP are certified to ignition) engine repair establishments or the EPA as conforming to the requirements of individual.
(4) Replace boat-mounted fuel filter annually. Refer to Boat-Mounted Fuel Filters on page 66. HPF XR Gearcase Lubricant HPF Pro Gearcase Lubricant in high performance or commercial applications B. Evinrude/Johnson Biodegradeable TNT Fluid C. Triple-Guard Grease D. Starter Bendix Lube ONLY, P/N 337016...
Maintenance SERVICE ANTI-CORROSION ANODES NOTICE If you cannot store the out- Your outboard is equipped with one or more board in the recommended vertical posi- anodes that protect it from galvanic corrosion. tion, be sure the cooling system is Disintegration of the anode is normal and in- drained completely.
7) Turn engine OFF. Leave the outboard in running surface clean by rinsing it with fresh vertical position long enough to completely water and wiping it dry. Apply Evinrude anti- drain the powerhead. corrosion spray to any surface subject to cor-...
Maintenance OUTBOARD EXTERNAL FINISH Spark plugs should be serviced by an Evinrude E-TEC Dealer. Incorrect spark plug Your outboard’s upper and lower engine cov- maintenance can lead to engine damage. ers use molded-in color technology, providing a deep, durable gloss with maximum ultravio-...
If the outboard is laid down for transportation or storage, the oiling system must be primed Use Evinrude/Johnson 2+4 Fuel Conditioner before reusing the outboard. Refer to Prim- to prevent gum and varnish deposits from ing the Oil System on page 20.
Maintenance LONG-TERM STORAGE Remote Control Outboards 1) For side mount controls, lift fast idle le- (WINTERIZATION) ver. Start the outboard. Outboard runs at slow idle speed. A WARNING Outboard must be in NEUTRAL before performing winterization. Starting out- board in gear can cause personal injury. If winterizing on a trailer, the propeller must be removed before performing pro- cedure.
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TORAGE Tiller Control Outboards Outboard continues to run at slow idle speed. 1) Advance throttle grip to a position above HALF THROTTLE. Start the outboard. Outboard runs at slow idle speed. 006458 3) After outboard runs for another 15 sec- onds: Tiller Control –...
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Maintenance Remote Control Outboards with Foot Winterization is complete when outboard Throttle shuts itself off. 1) Advance foot throttle to a position above • If the outboard DOES NOT shut itself HALF THROTTLE. Start the outboard. off, you may not have allowed enough run- Outboard runs at slow idle speed.
Stopping - Remote Control Models on page Replace damaged or missing parts with 30, start the outboard. If the outboard was Evinrude/Johnson Genuine Parts or equiva- auto-winterized, it will emit a puff of smoke on lent. Check the gearcase for leakage. If leak- the first start of the season.
Maintenance TROUBLESHOOTING SYMPTOM POSSIBLE CAUSE Starter motor will not operate • Shift handle not in NEUTRAL. • Fuse blown. • Battery is dead. Engine will not start • Not following starting instructions. Refer to Engine Starting / Stopping - Remote Control on page 30.
Product Information INSTALLATION TRANSOM HEIGHT A WARNING Make sure the transom height matches the Your outboard must not exceed the max- length of the outboard to be installed. imum horsepower indicated on the • A 19 to 21 in. (48.3 to 53.3 cm) transom boat’s capacity plate.
25 / 30 HP models and (4) mounting holes on A WARNING 15 H O models When replacing bolts, screws, or other fasteners, use Evinrude/Johnson parts or parts of equivalent strength and mate- rial. 25 / 30 DR & DRL Models 007040 1.
Product Information BOAT-MOUNTED FUEL FILTERS Installation Boat-mounted fuel filters and water-separat- A WARNING ing fuel filter assemblies must meet the follow- ing requirements: Read and understand the safety informa- • Fuel flow – 0.4 in. Hg maximum pressure tion supplied with your battery BEFORE drop at 20 gph (76 l/hr) flow.
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NSTALLATION If you have automotive battery posts, place a NOTICE DO NOT use wing nuts on bat- starwasher on the clamp adapter first, then tery connections even if they came with the main cable, and then the wires from the the battery.
Product Information PROPELLER Slide spacer onto the shaft and engage the propeller shaft splines. Propeller Selection To select the correct propeller for your boating application, your boat and outboard MUST be water tested. See your Dealer for assistance. IMPORTANT: The correct propeller for your boat, under normal load conditions, will allow the engine to run near the midpoint of the RPM operating range at full throttle.
ADJUSTMENTS Trim Tab Friction Throttle Friction — Adjust until a slight A WARNING drag is felt when accelerating or decelerating only. DO NOT overtighten. Improper trim tab adjustment can cause difficult steering. A propeller will generate steering torque when the propeller shaft is not running parallel to the water’s surface.
(2) Emission Control Information. (3) Use a 800 CCA (1000 MCA) battery when operating in temperatures below 32°F (0°C). (4) Use Evinrude/Johnson HPF Pro Gearcase Lubricant for high performance outboards and commercial applications. Evinrude/Johnson HPF Pro Gearcase Lubricant delivers exceptional durability and...
1. SCOPE OF THE LIMITED WARRANTY Bombardier Recreational Products* (“BRP”) warrants its 2012 Evinrude® outboard engines sold by au- thorized Evinrude dealers in the fifty United States and Canada (“Product”) from defects in material or workmanship for the period and under the conditions described below.
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This warranty coverage is available only on Evinrude outboard engines purchased as new and unused from a dealer authorized to distribute Evinrude products in the country in which the sale occurred (“Deal- er”), and then only after the BRP specified pre-delivery inspection process has been completed and doc- umented by the purchaser and Dealer.
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For a copy of the Limited Warranty, see your Bombardier Recreational Products (“BRP”) distributor/dealer authorized to distribute Evinrude products in the country in which the sale occurs. If further assistance is required, please contact BRP US Inc. / Outboard Engines Division, After Sales Support, P.O Box 597, Sturtevant, WI 53177, or the affiliate of BRP where the Product was registered for...
WARRANTY STATEMENT Your Evinrude E-TEC outboard has a special environmental label required by the California Air Resources Board. The label has one, two, three, or four stars. A hangtag, provided with your outboard, describes the meaning of the star rating system.
Select emission control parts of your Evinrude E-TEC outboard are warranted from the date of purchase by the first retail consumer or the date the product is first put to use, whichever occurs first, for a period of: 4 years, or for 250 hours of use, whichever occurs first.
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/ dealer at the time of sale, whether or not shipped with Product, bear the standard BRP limited warranty for Evinrude/Johnson Genuine Parts and accessories. See your authorized distributor / dealer for a full copy of such limited warranty.
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This warranty coverage is available only if each of the following conditions has been fulfilled: a. Evinrude outboard engines must be purchased as new and unused by its first owner from a BRP dis- tributor / dealer authorized to distribute Evinrude products in the country in which the sale occurred (here- inafter "Distributor / Dealer"),...
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Product Information 7. WHAT BRP WILL DO BRP's obligations under this warranty are limited to, at its sole discretion, repairing or replacing parts of Product found to be defective in material or workmanship, in the reasonable judgment of BRP. Such repair or replacement of parts will be done without charge for parts and labour, at any authorized Distributor / Dealer, under the conditions described above.
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Bombardier Recreational Products Inc. ("BRP") warrants its Evinrude® outboard engines ("Product") from defects in material or workmanship for the period and under the conditions described below, when they are sold by authorized Evinrude distributors / dealers and used, at any point during the warranty period, in the following territories: •...
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This warranty coverage is available only if each of the following conditions has been fulfilled: a. The Evinrude outboard engines must be purchased as new and unused by its first owner from a BRP distributor / dealer authorized to distribute Evinrude products in the country in which the sale occurred ("Distributor /Dealer"),...
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RODUCT ARRANTY NFORMATION warranty period, and must provide BRP Distributor / Dealer with reasonable opportunity to repair the de- fect. The expenses of transporting Product to and from Distributor/ Dealer for warranty service are to be borne by the Owner. The Owner must also present proof of purchase to the authorized BRP Distributor / Dealer for warranty repairs and must sign the repair/work order prior to the start of the repair in order to validate the warranty repair.
Product Information Readiness Test The Operator’s Readiness Test..1. Did you read this Guide from front cover to rear cover? 2. Are you ready to take responsibility for the safe operation of your boat and outboard? 3. Do you understand all the safety precautions and instructions contained in this Guide? 4.
No dealer-scheduled maintenance for the first three years of normal recreational use? Really? • Yes! BRP knows you want to spend your time out on the water, not servicing your Evinrude E-TEC outboard. There are no valves to adjust, belts to service, chains to replace, or oil to change.
CHANGE OF ADDRESS / CHANGE OF OWNERSHIP If your address has changed or if there has been a change of ownership, be sure to fill out and mail the form provided on this page. This notification is necessary for your own safety even after expiration of the original warranty, since BRP will be in a position to contact you if correction to your outboard is required.
The Dealer named on this document has instructed me on the operation, maintenance, safety features and warranty policy, all of which I understand and agree to be bound with. I am also satisfied with the predelivery set-up and inspection of my Evinrude/Johnson outboard. I have also received a copy of the Operator’s Guide.
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