Starting The Engine; Prior To Starting; Ignition Key Starting; Stop/Start Button Starting - Boston Whaler 235 Conquest Manual

Section 3 • Systems & Components Overview & Operation
• Allow engine to run util it stops.
• Top off fuel tank, leaving space for
expansion. DO NOT fill to point of
overflow.
• DO NOT cap the tank vent.
A partially full tank is not recommended because the
void space above the fuel allows air movement that can
bring in water through condensation as the air temperature
moves up and down. This condensation could potentially
become a problem.

Starting the Engine

CAUTION
!
NEVER start or operate your outboard (even
momentarily) without water circulating
through all the cooling water intake holes in
the gearcase to prevent damage to the water
pump (running dry) or overheating of the
engine.
The ignition keyswitch located
starboard of the helm incorporates
the followingsettings:
OFF = No power to engine,
instrument panels, etc.
RUN= Power to instrument
panels and gauges
START=Power to start engine

Prior to Starting

• Make sure that the lower unit of the engine
is in the water.
• Make certain the gear shift/throttle control is
in the neutral position. (The engine will not
start if the control lever is in any other
position than NEUTRAL)
235 Conquest
Starting the Engine
NOTE: The engine can be started by using the ignition
key or the start/stop button located on the remote control
handle.

Ignition key starting

Turn the ignition key to the "START"
position and release the key. The
electronic starting system will
automatically crank the engine for
starting. If the engine fails to start, the
engine will stop cranking. Turn the
key to "START" position agian until
engine starts.

Stop/Start Button starting

Turn the ignition key to the "ON"
position and press start/stop button
and release. The electronic starting
system will automatically crank
the engine for starting. If the
engine fails to start, the engine will
stop cranking. Press start/stop
button and release again until
engine starts.

Stopping The Engine

Make sure the boat is securely moored to the dock
before shutting down the engine.
Shift gearshift/throttle control to the "NEUTRAL"
position and turn keyswitch to the "OFF" position.
If using the optional DTS® System View 5000S
when powering down it is recommended that you
turn the keyswitch to "START". This will stop the
engine, and still give you power to trim the engine.
Reduce engine speed and shift outboard to
"NEUTRAL". Turn keyswitch "OFF".
REFER TO THE ENGINE MANUFACTURER'S
MANUAL IN YOUR OWNER'S MANUAL PACKET FOR
COMPLETE INSTRUCTIONS.
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