Operation; Safety Information; Tiller Models - Engine Starting / Stopping - BRP Evinrude E-TEC 40 Operator's Manual

Using Your Evinrude E-TEC Outboard

Safety Information

DANGER
Serious injury or death can result from
contact with a rotating propeller or mov-
ing boat and outboard.
Propeller blades can be sharp and the
propeller can continue to turn even after
the engine is off.
Assure the engine propeller area is clear
of people and objects before starting
engine or operating the boat.
Be alert of people in the water.
Always shift the outboard to NEUTRAL
and shut off the engine immediately
when your boat is in an area where there
might be people in the water.
DANGER
DO NOT run the engine indoors or with-
out adequate ventilation
exhaust fumes to accumulate in con-
fined areas. Engine exhaust contains
carbon monoxide which, if inhaled, can
cause serious brain damage or death.
WARNING
The engine cover is a machinery guard.
DO NOT operate your outboard with the
cover off unless you are performing
maintenance or emergency starting, and
then be careful to keep hands, hair, and
clothing clear of all moving parts. Con-
tact with moving parts could cause
injury
WARNING
Be familiar with the waters you are oper-
ating in. The gearcase of this outboard
extends below the water surface and
could potentially come in contact with
underwater obstructions. Contact with
underwater obstructions may result in
loss of control and personal injury.
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Operation

Tiller Models – Engine Starting /
Stopping
Carefully check the function of all con-
trol and engine systems before leaving
the dock. DO NOT shift the engine into
FORWARD or REVERSE while it is shut
off.
Refer to the Pre-Ride Inspection on page 51.
Complete the inspection before using your
Evinrude E-TEC outboard.
Connecting the Fuel Hose
Connect the fuel hose to the fuel connector.
or permit
1. Fuel connector (typical)
If equipped, open vent screw on fuel tank cap.
Squeeze fuel primer bulb, outlet end up, until
firm.
NOTICE
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