Engine Monitoring - Evinrude E-TEC G2 Manual

Using Your Evinrude E-TEC Outboard
Engine Monitoring System
Evinrude outboards equipped with remote
controls use the SystemCheck engine moni-
toring system.
Typical SystemCheck Gauges
Self-Test
During engine start-up, pause with the key
switch in the ON position. The SystemCheck
gauge self-tests by turning the indicator lights
on simultaneously, then off in sequence. If
equipped with an OPTIONAL warning horn,
the SystemCheck monitor sounds a beep.
IMPORTANT: If the self-test does not happen
as stated, see your service technician.
Engine Monitor Warnings
Engine monitor system warnings activate the
the appropriate warning indicator for a mini-
mum of 30 seconds. If the abnormal operating
condition continues, the warning indicator re-
mains ON until the key is turned OFF or the
failure is corrected.
The warning will reoccur at the next startup if
the problem is not corrected.
IMPORTANT: Evinrude E-TEC 15–30 HP
models provide LOW OIL warning ONLY.
For all other warnings, refer to Diagnostic
LEDs on page 43.
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Engine Monitoring

LOW OIL
Do not run the engine in a low oil condi-
tion for a long period of time. If run in
excess of 4 hours, the engine will shut
down and will not restart. See your ser-
vice technician if engine shuts down.
The LOW OIL warning indicates the oil in the
oil tank is at the reserve level (about 1/4 full).
The EMM will:
• activate the LOW OIL indicator
Fill the oil tank with recommended outboard
oil as soon as practical to avoid emptying the
tank. See Filling the Oil Tank on page 19.
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Speed Adjusting Failsafe
Electronics (S.A.F.E.)
If the EMM senses a problem could cause
permanent engine damage, it will limit engine
speed to 1200 RPM. This additional protec-
tion feature is referred to as S.A.F.E. (Speed
Adjusting Failsafe Electronics).
If the engine was running faster than 1200
RPM when the S.A.F.E. mode activated, it will
shake noticeably.
Under certain operating conditions the EMM
will shut OFF the engine.
In the S.A.F.E. mode, the engine speed is
limited. Under certain conditions, the
engine's limited speed may reduce
maneuverability of your boat.
If the S.A.F.E. mode is activated and you
are unable to correct the problem, seek
assistance and/or return to safe harbor.
Serious engine damage, engine shutoff,
and/or reduced maneuverability may be
imminent.
The EMM activates S.A.F.E. mode for:
• NO OIL warning
• OVERHEAT warning
• FAULT warning
Refer to Diagnostic LEDs on page 43.
WARNING
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