Operation; Operating The Engine; Before Starting - Volvo 5.0OSiE-J Operator's Manual

Operating the Engine

NOTICE! Do not start the engine out of the water unless you have connected a hose with running water to the
flushing adapter. Please refer to the section entitled Engine Flush on page 80 for instructions on attach-
ing and running the engine out of water.
Thoroughly familiarize yourself with the operation of the remote control supplied with your boat, then proceed as
follows.
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Before Starting

DANGER! To prevent a possible explosion
hazard, operate the engine compartment or
bilge blower as recommended by the boat
manufacturer before starting the engine. If
the engine compartment is not equipped with
a blower, open the engine cover or hatch be-
fore starting so as to disperse any gasoline
fumes that may be present. Leave the hatch
open until after the engine is running.
1. Start the boat's bilge blower and run as recom-
mended by the boat manufacturer. Frequently
check boat's bilge area for gasoline fumes.
2. Check the bilge for excessive water accumula-
tion. Always keep the bilge clean and dry.
NOTICE! The water level in the boat's bilge will in-
crease when you operate your boat at a
high incline before you reach planing
speed. Excessive water in the bilge can
cause engine damage.
3. Open the fuel cock A. Also, ensure that the sea
cock is open–if so equipped.
4. Make sure that there are no fuel, engine coolant,
or oil leaks B.
5. Check engine oil level C. Level must be between
D and E. Note: The oil level may be higher than D
at start up.
6. If equipped, turn on the main battery switches.
7. Insert the key into the ignition switch O. Turn the
key one step to the right I to switch on engine
system voltage and instrumentation.
8. Make sure that the fuel gauge is operating and
that you have enough gasoline F.

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