Operator knowledge of the Multi-fuel, Submersible Outboard motor designed and manufactured Under Contract No. N61331•11•C-0008, dated 3/4/11. The data presented in this Manual was revised as of January 2015 representing the latest revision. Raider Outboards are not sold to the public.
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Found on top of block – three digits The Raider R50-001 is a specially manufactured outboard motor for the military for use on Rubber Inflatable Boats. This motor can be submerged for long periods of time and quickly restarted; operated on multiple fuels;...
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· washer, wire cable. Rubber goods: pump impeller. Oil seal, "O"-ring, fuel pipe, primer bulb, etc., vinyl tube. The limited warranty will cover only your Raider Outboard and will not cover the boat/RIB the Raider is mounted on, the trailer, equipment, or accessories associated with the product. CAUTION Failure to observe could result in minor personal i njury or product or property damage.
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A maintenance program is outlined later in this User’s Manual. SUBMERSIBLE - DEWATERING INSTRUCTIONS Instructions on how to dewater the Raider 50 is located on the top of the cowling. The steps to dewater after submersion are as follows: 1. Initiate dewatering valve. This opens valve that releases the water trapped between the pistons and the heads.
2. NAMES OF PARTS – RAIDER 50 RAIDER 50 1. Tilt Handle 2. Pull Start (Primary) 3. Tiller 4. Throttle Grip Speed Control 5. Shifter 6. Upper Motor Cover 7. Rear Cowling Hook Lever 8. Water Check Port 9. Tilt Stopper 10.
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20. Dewatering 21. Emergency stop lanyard 22. Grab Rail 23. Starter Button (Secondary start) 24. Anode CHANGE FROM GASOLINE TO HEAVY FUELS Turn six valves to Open (Turn counter clockwise until open) To return to gasoline; close valves.
Remove cowling and insert dual-control throttle cable. Every Raider can be made to become “dual” operated. Order the optional kit which contains Cable; connecting rod; and motor adapter. The connecting rod controls both Raiders; the...
Both Zodiac and Wing inflatable’s come with bracket attached. The Raider is a long shaft (20 inches) and should attach simply by centering the Raider 50 in the center and tighten Raider clamps. For dual Raiders position motors as described above to allow connecting rod to be attached.
To remove a single “screw” is holding the battery into the assembly. FUEL & ENGINE OIL - TC-W3 OR RAIDER OIL MUST BE ADDED TO BLADDER for operation of Raider 50 on any fuels. 4-1 Fuels: Gasoline (Primary) other fuels JP-5/8; kerosene; Diesel...
Gasoline During break-in After break-in 4-3 Heavy Fuel Ratio (JP-5/8; kerosene; diesel) (50:1 Raider Oil + Additive) The required amount of engine oil is same as gasoline. ALSO required is Raider Additive to reduce smoke/carbon buildup. One container treats A 6-gallon bladder.
Secondary starting is the “push button” which engages the battery. If the battery is dead if you start the Raider it will recharge in minutes. c) Third method is emergency only. In the tool kit (BII) are tools that allow the pull starter (a) to be removed.
During the warm-up operation, confirm that cooling water is discharged from the check port and idle port. 5.4 Motor Operation Steps 5-54 Connect the fuel connector to the engine (Figure below 5-1). Figure 5-1. Installing hose from bladder to Raider 50.
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Set the shift lever to Neutral Note: Be sure that the shift is at neutral when starting the engine. The Raider is provided with in gear protection when using pull start. When using electric start it will start when in forward.
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Turn the handle grip to its original position gradually once the engine has started. h. Carefully turn the throttle grip to "SLOW". i. Press the starter button if Raider to be started via battery. If battery is dead, pull start, and battery will recharge.
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Note: Pull starter rope slowly eight (8) times; leave open valve; press starter button. This will eliminate any water left in cylinder. Close valve once engine begins to start. k. Pull back the dewatering valve when Raider starts. l. Gradually turn the throttle grip to "SLOW".
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m. Engine speed - Proper idle speed after warm-up operation Clutch engaged Clutch disengaged 750 rpm 900 rpm Do not exceed the full-throttle engine speed speed Full throttle engine 5150-5850 rpm...
Be sure to run slowly when using the shallow water drive to maintain control of the RIB. Could cause damage to gear case. c. If in REVERSE make sure Raider does not strike object as the impact could cause damage to Raider and RIB.
Tilt the engine up approximately to 45 ° and lower it. The engine will now be set to the shallow water setting. 6-3. Stopping the engine Reduce the engine speed to idling RPM. Keep pressing on the Stop Switch and the engine will then stop.
In this case decrease the trim angle by setting the rust rod in a lower hole. Select a lower hole If water from the Raider enters the RIB the motor is too low in the water. Modify the RIB motor mounting plate to a larger height. Wing and Zodiac’s may have different transom heights.
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In this case, the trim angle should be increased by setting the thrust rod in a higher hole. Select a higher hole The Reverse Lock Lever is located on the starboard side - to "RELEASE" by turning it downward. When tilting up or down, be sure that no finger or hand is placed in between the swivel bracket and stern bracket.
4) Remove the motor from the transom. CAUTION: Weight of Raider 50 is 178 pounds – two man carry. 8.2 Carrying the motor Grab rail has been placed on the Raider to assist in carrying. The motor can be carried in any position. Raider Carrying Cart CAUTION Beware of explosion danger.
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8.3 Storing the motor Store the motor on the Raider Carts supplied if possible. For long periods of time unplug battery; Insure motor has been washed and dried; spay Corrosion Zero on engine; run all fuels from engine; Spray corrosion zero inside Fuel Induction System – all three carbs.
8.5 Trim Tab Adjustment If straight-line cruising cannot be achieved, adjust the trim tab located under the anti- ventilation plate. If the boat veers toward the right, direct the trim tab towards A If the boat veers toward the left. direct the trim tab towards R Notes: 1.
Perform the following checks and inspection before and after use. FUELS: 1. Gasoline – use 87 Octane mixed with 50:1 Outboard Oil (TC-W3) or Raider Outboard oil 2. JP-5/8 – mix to 50:1 with TC-W3 oil and place Raider additive inside bladder. Additive supports a 6-gallon bladder.
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Check List Item Points to Check Action Fuel Check fuel/2-Stroke oil/Additive in the bladder. Replenish System Check for water in the fuel filter. Clean Check rubber hoses for integrity Replace Lubrication If JP-5/8 is being used insure additive is placed in Replenish System bladder.
This can be done by applying “EARS” over intake. Connect hose to “Ears” and place over intake. Turn on Hose; start Raider 50. Water will come through outlet port at top. Run until fuel runs out.
Neutral to flush out fresh water from the cooling system and in the process remove salt, mud and other foreign panicles. Run the fuel from the Raider – engine will stop. Spray WD-40 or Corrosion Zero into cylinders from carbs. Store on Raider engine stand.
Replacing the spark plugs - Pulstar Model SBE 1/10 Spark Plugs must be used I. Remove the upper engine cover (cowling). 2. Remove the spark plugs by turning counter-clockwise with the socket wrench. Tap lightly on the spark plugs if they are hard to turn. The Pulstar Model SBE 1/10 spark plugs are especially designed for Submersibility –...
The following chart details what the service person should use as a guide. If issues arise please contact Raider Outboards, Inc. www.raideroutboards.com and we will review issues. We want to maintain good working outboards and fix any issue on all Raiders.
Pro- Bend of blades Lower peller damage and wear Unit Change of oil and Gear water leak eval. Replace Water Check for impeller -12 Wear or damage months pump Bolt and Nuts Retighten Rotating Parts. Apply and pump Grease Nipples in grease.
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Lower oil plug Upper oil plug Lower oil plug Note: Use only recommended gear oil or API (American Petroleum Institute) oil grade of GL5 SAE #80 - SAE #90. Required volume: 500ml approx. (16.89 fluid oz) Clean or change fuel filter on the engine after removing the fuel filter case. Tilt the engine up to check the oil level in the tank.
2. DO NOT disconnect the electrical harness when operating the motor. The Raider may continue to run and can be started with the electrical harness disconnected. Remove all spark plug connectors from the spark plugs when servicing the engine or propeller.
-Battery is Lithium Iron and is fully sealed. -Battery is 13.1 volts when fully charged -Battery will recharge on Raider motor when running. -Battery is secondary starting method; primary is pull start. -If sealed battery appears damage – do not use.
When using JP-5/JP-8 or other heavy fuels it is critical to use the heavy fuel additive. Heavy fuels are difficult to begin operation; once started the Raider operates as normal. 14. TROUBLESHOOTING If you encounter a problem with the engine, check the list below and locate the problem you are experiencing.
EPA (United States Environmental Protection Agency) has emission regulations and controlling air pollution from new outboard motors. The Raider motor does not meet EPA regulations as it can burn heavy fuels (JP-5/8). As a result Raider has received an exemption under the National Security Act to operate these engines in the United States.
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