Engine Oil Warning Lamp; Esg (A Device Preventing Over Revolution) - TOHATSU MFS 15C Owner's Manual

7. Engine oil warning lamp

Oil pressure is required to lubricate
internal engine parts.
When the warning lamp (Red) is off,
indicates that oil pressure is present.
Remark : When engine is first started,
the red light will turn on for several
seconds to confirm that it is working
and then turn off.
CAUTION
!
Never run the engine if the warning
lamp is on or blinking on and off.
When the warning lamp is on or
blinking on and off, as an additional
alert of the low oil pressure condition,
the engine will run rough and not
exceed 2,000 rpm;
＊ Stop the engine immediately and
check the engine oil level.
If the oil level is lower than the
appropriate level : Replenish
engine oil.
I f t h e o i l l e v e l i s w i t h i n t h e
appropriate level : Consult with
your dealer.
Warning lamp
PRE-OPERATING PREPARATIONS
8. ESG
(A device preventing over revolution)
ESG is a device to prevent over
revolution of the engine (more than
approximately 6,400 rpm).
If you sense that the ESG is activated
return to shore at a reduced speed
(rpm).
Possible causes of ESG activation
are : Worn, broken, bent propeller.
Slipping propeller rubber, Making
sharp turns at high speeds.
Note
If the engine speed drops frequently
after restarting the engine, please
contact your dealer.
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