Stern Drive Engine Basics - Regal 3300 Owner's Manual

CHAPTER 3

STERN DRIVE ENGINE BASICS

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It is important that you read the engine manual carefully and become
familiar with the operation as well as necessary maintenance on the
engine and propulsion systems. Pay careful attention to the sections
on winterization if you live in freezing climates. Extensive damage can
result if proper winter storage is not followed. Your Regal dealer has
been factory trained on Regal boat systems. Consult your Regal dealer
for further information regarding technical issues and parts.
Be sure to read and understand the engine and propulsion unit
manual before operating your vessel. Failure to do so could
result in equipment damage and/or death and serious injury.
Engine Mounts
The engine is set in the boat on a group of metal platforms called
mounts. These engine-hull attached rubber isolation mounts keep the
engine from moving laterally and at right angles to the center-line.
The mounts help reduce the vibration caused by the engine and drive.
Periodically, the mount hardware should be checked for tightness.
Fuel
Gasoline Requirements – Always follow the outboard manufacturer's
fuel octane requirements and ethanol guidelines in the owner's manual.
Gasoline is blended with 10% ethanol and is known as E-10 at the
pumps. Marine engines used in your Regal boat may be operated with
gasoline blended with no more than 10% ethanol and that meets the
minimum octane specification.
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