First Hours Of Operation; After Initial Hours Of Operation; Before The Engine Is Started - ILMOR 2011 MV8 User Manual

Start the engine
ture of 140 F. (60 C.) This will require approximately fifteen (15) minutes and should be
done in the low-idle (600 to 800 rpm as measured on the tachometer) mode.
Move the throttle/shift control lever forward, smoothly and quickly, to planing speed.
Then return the throttle back to a slower speed, but one that continues the plane. Vary the
engine speed but do not exceed 3,000 rpm for the first hour, and carry only a light load.
After the first hour, the rpm may not exceed 5,200 rpm for the 5.7L or 5,400 rpm for the
6.0L and 6.2L engines. Reduce the throttle/shift control lever to idle (neutral) occasionally
for a cool-down period.
The boat MUST be returned to the authorized ILMOR dealer for a mandatory oil
change between ten (10) and twenty-five (25) hours of operation. This ensures the service
staff will be able to determine whether any internal issues may be apparent.
After the break-in and oil change
may be operated more continuously at speed, but never beyond the maximum, and it is al-
ways advisable to give the engine an occasional cool-down period. For the 5.7L engine, the
maximum is 5,200 rpm; for the 6.0L, the maximum is 5,400 rpm; and for the 6.2L, the
maximum is 5,400 rpm.
Throughout the life of the engine, always allow it a warm-up period before operation.
Abuse of the engine and transmission are never covered under warranty. Regular mainte-
nance as outlined in this Owner's Manual is very important to ensuring a long, trouble-free
engine life.
Subsequent oil changes should be done every 50 hours or quarterly if the boat is not
used regularly. See the Maintenance section of this Owner's Manual for more details.
Failure to follow the engine oil recommendations listed in the manual can cause accel-
erated engine wear and could result in component failure. Damage to the engine due
to incorrect oil usage, oil changes and correct levels may void the warranty.
After performing all the checks and inspections outlined in this Owner's Manual, lift the
engine compartment cover.
Operate the bilge blower for at least four (4) minutes with the engine compartment
cover open. Leave the bilge blower ON throughout the starting process and until the boat
has planed.
Operate the bilge blower for at least four (4) minutes before starting the engine, and
always when at idle or slow-running speed. Explosive gasoline and/or battery fumes
may be in the engine compartment. Failure to operate the bilge blower as directed may
result in explosion or fire, resulting in serious injury or death. Always, before starting
the engine, open the engine compartment and check for fumes, leaks or the presence
of fluids in the bilge.
Note: Always start the engine with the throttle/shift control lever in the neutral
position. The boat is equipped with a neutral-start safety switch that will not allow
engines to start while in gear.
and allow it to warm up to the normal operating tempera-
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have been completed, the engine
FIRST
HOURS OF
OPERATION
AFTER
INITIAL
HOURS OF
OPERATION
BEFORE THE
ENGINE IS
STARTED