Mercury 200 Sport-Jet Operation & Maintenance Manual page 50

1. Before starting, operate the bilge blower for at least five minutes to
remove explosive fumes from the engine compartment.
Avoid damaging the engine and drive from overheating. Never start or run
the power package without water circulating through the cooling system.
2. Do not start the jet drive unless water is supplied to the engine. Make sure
the water intake is submerged. If using the flushing attachment, ensure
that water is flowing through the engine at its maximum flow before
starting. When using the flushing attachment, do not operate the engine
above idle speeds.
3. Ensure that the lanyard is properly connected to both the operator and the
switch. Place the switch in the "RUN" position.
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