Starting & Stopping - Regal 26 FASDECK Owner's Manual

STARTING & STOPPING
The following general information
covers starting and stopping your engine.
Read and understand all previous
information on remote controls,
fueling and operational procedures.
Pay particular attention to all labels.
Refer to the engine operation manual for
in-depth propulsion system information
as most are model speci c.
Review all pre-departure information. Before starting
your engine make sure all canvas is removed and stored.
Start engine only in a well ventilated location to avoid
diesel exhaust buildup. Make sure all battery switches are
activated. Close and lock the center windshield section.
WARNING
!
AVOID SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH!
THE OPERATOR OF THE CRAFT
MUST HAVE COMPLETE CONTROL
OF THE HELM STEERING STATION
WHILE THE VESSEL IS MOVING.
NEVER LEAVE THE HELM
STEERING STATION UNATTENDED
WHILE THE VESSEL IS MOVING.
STARTING GUIDELINES STERN DRIVE
Position the remote control handles in the neutral
position. Keep passengers seated and away from controls.
Note: With the Volvo EVC-D control station will be
activated once the ignition key is in the "ON" position
(key position l) At this point the neutral "N" icon will
display a green light .
Next, turn the key to the start position (key position lll).
You will hear the starter cranking over the engine. When
the engine starts release the key switch. If additional
cranking attempts are needed, the key must be returned
to the 0 position rst.
If the engine does not start, refrain from cranking the
engine over 10-12 seconds. Allow the starter and battery
a chance to recover. Advance the remote control in the
neutral throttle position only as recommended in the
engine manual. Do not race the remote control in the
neutral position.
On later EVC-D systems, turn the key to the "ON"
position and then to the start position. Release the key.
e starter will continue to crank until the engine starts.
With this system once the keys are engaged in the
automatic start position they are disengaged if you try
to turn them again to the start position.
On select Volvo engines a key fob system is used to start
the engines. e system uses two main parts; the key
panel and the key fob. Two key fobs come with dual
engine installation along with a 2.5" key panel.
panel uses lighted icons to show active ignition and start/
stop positions. e protection is vastly improved with
the E-key system.
If the starter stays engaged for more than 30 seconds
the circuit is automatically cut to protect the starter from
overheating. If this happens, let the starter cool for several
minutes before attempting to restart the engine.
Note: With all the above systems, refer to the Volvo
operator's manual for further information.
e MerCruiser DTS system operates in a similar manner.
Both systems use helm mounted panels for system
control. Refer to the engine manual for more information.
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