Starting The Engine - TOHATSU M 2.5A 2 Owner's Manual

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ENGINE OPERATION
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2. Starting the engine

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Before starting the engine, make sure that
boat is properly moore d and outboard
motor can be steering fully to right and left.
Make sure that no swimmer(s) is around of
the boat.
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The propeller rotates whenever the
engine is running (M3.5A2).
Do not open the throttle lever beyond the
start position when the engine starts, or
the boat could move suddenly which may
cause an accident.
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Do not remove or install the top cowl
after the engine has started.
The exposed rotating engine parts cause
serious injury.
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The top cowl must be installed while the
engine running except in an emergency. If
the top cowl is not installed correctly, water
splash can damage the engine.
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When starting the outboard motor in the
test tank, make sure that:
1. Water level is at least 10 cm (4 in.) above
the anti-ventilation plate to avoid over-
heating of the engine.
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CAUTION
CAUTION
2. Run at idling only
3. Remove the propeller
(See page 47)
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2
1. Test tank
2. Water
3. Over 10 cm (4 in.)
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CAUTION
Operating outboard motor without cooling
water will lead to overheating and damage on
the outboard motor severely. In case the
cooling water check port is not discharging
water, stop the outboard motor immedi-
ately, check for any object, debris which may
be blocking the cooling water check port. If
you are unable to locate the cause, consult
an authorized dealer immediately.
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CAUTION
Do not try to crank after engine has started.
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CAUTION
When the shift lever is at the "NEUTRAL"
position, never move the throttle lever to
medium or high speeds. This may cause seri-
ous damage to the engine by rotating it at
excessively high speed. (3.5B2)
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