Starting & Stopping; Starting Guidelines - Regal 3760 Owner's Manual

STARTING & STOPPING
The following general information covers
starting and stopping your engines. Read
and understand all previous information
on remote controls, fueling and
operational procedures. Pay particular
attention to all labels. Refer to the engine
owner's manual for in depth propulsion
system information.
Review all pre-departure information. Before starting your
engine make sure all canvas is removed and stored. Start
engine only in a well ventilated location to avoid CO
buildup. Make sure all battery switches are activated.
Close and lock the center windshield section.
WARNING
!
AVOID PERSONAL INJURY OR DEATH!
WHEN ENGINE IS RUNNING
TRANSOM DOOR MUST
BE CLOSED AND LOCKED.
SWIM PLATFORM
AND LADDER MUST NOT BE IN USE.
WARNING
!
GASOLINE VAPORS CAN EXPLODE!
BEFORE STARTING ENGINES
OPERATE BLOWERS 4 MINUTES AND
CHECK ENGINE COMPARTMENT
FOR GASOLINE LEAKS AND VAPORS.
RUN BLOWERS BELOW CRUSING SPEED.

STARTING GUIDELINES

Position the remote control handle in the neutral position.
Advance the neutral throttle only position as instructed in
the engine owner's manual. Keep passengers seated and
away from controls.
Turn the ignition key to the "ON" position. Then turn the
key to the start position. You will hear the starter cranking
over the engine. When the engine starts release the key
switch. Duplicate the same procedure with the other
ignition key.
If the engine does not start, refrain from cranking the
engine over 10-12 seconds. Allow the starter and battery a
chance to recover. Advance the remote control in the
neutral throttle position as recommended in the engine
manual. Do not race the remote control in the neutral
position. Refer to the engine and control chapter located
in the manufacturer's owner's manual for additional
information.
CAUTION
!
AVOID ENGINE DAMAGE!
CHECK THE OIL GAUGE IMMEDIATELY
AFTER STARTING ENGINE.
IF LOW OR NO READING
SHUT DOWN ENGINE IMMEDIATELY
AND INVESTIGATE THE PROBLEM.
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