Starting, Shifting And Stopping - Mercury V-6 series User Manual

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Starting, Shifting And Stopping

Before starting engine, operate bilge blower for at least five
minutes to remove any explosive fumes from engine compart-
ment. If boat is not equipped with a bilge blower, open engine
hatch and leave open while starting engine.
IMPORTANT: Observe the following:
Do not start engine without water being supplied to seawater
pickup pump (to prevent pump or engine damage).
Do not operate starter motor continuously for more than 30
seconds.
On Carbureted Engines: When engine starts, quickly reduce
throttle setting to avoid exceeding 1500 RPM.
Never shift drive unit unless engine is at Idle RPM.
Perform the following as appropriate:
1
Check all items listed in OPERATION CHART.
2
Perform any other necessary checks, as indicated by your dealer,
or specified in your boat owner's manual.
3
Place drive unit in full down/in position.
4
Place control handle in NEUTRAL.
5
Refer to A or B as appropriate for your model.
A Carbureted Engine - Push THROTTLE ONLY button and position
throttle setting as follows:
COLD ENGINE - Move control/throttle lever to full throttle, then
return to about 1/4 throttle. In extreme cold it may be necessary
to pump lever more than once.
WARM ENGINE - Move control/throttle lever to 1/4 throttle posi-
tion.
FLOODED ENGINE - Move control/throttle lever to full throttle. Be
prepared to decrease engine speed to 1000-1500 RPM as soon
as engine starts.
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