Before Starting Stern Drive Engines; Starting Stern Drive Engines - Regal 3760 Owner's Manual

BEFORE STARTING STERN DRIVE
ENGINES
Before starting the engines follow the general instruc-
tions in chapter 6 (Vessel Operation). As a quick review
follow these guidelines:
1. Make sure the blowers have been running for at least
4 minutes. Open the engine hatch and sniff for fuel va-
pors. If vapors are present shut down all systems until
the cause is found and corrected.
2. Remove any loose canvas and store in a dry location.
3. Shut and secure all hatches and doors.
4. View the propellers and stern drives for any obstruc-
tions.
5. Make sure the swim ladder is secured in its folding
position.
6. Check fuel supply.
7. Turn all battery switches to the "on" position.
8. Turn on the VHF and listen for the latest weather.
9. Make sure all passengers are accounted for, seated
and their life jackets are properly fitted.
10. Check for a balanced load.

STARTING STERN DRIVE ENGINES

Read and understand the remote control functions ex-
plained earlier in this chapter before attempting to start
the engines.
1. Locate the remote control handles in the neutral
detended position. Make sure you hear the distinct click
or feel the handle in neutral. This position provides mini-
mum throttle which is usually good for starting fuel injec-
tion engines. You may find you do need to use the throttle
only button to give you a slight throttle advance but you
need to be careful not to flood the engine.
2. Crank over one engine until it starts. Release the key at
that point. It is the same procedure as an automobile. If
the engine fails to start, refrain from cranking the engine
after 10-12 seconds. Allow the battery and starter recov-
ery time.
3. As the engine cranks to start you may hear an audible
alarm. It should end once the engine starts since it will
develop the necessary oil pressure to shut down the alarm.
If it does not subside shut the system down and in-
vestigate the situation. Do not operate the engine once
the alarm has sounded except to avoid a hazardous situ-
ation. As part of the engine damage control system en-
gine speeds could be reduced if an alarm has sounded.
Again, shut down the engine and find the cause of the
problem. Call professional assistance if the cause can not
be found.
Engines may feature the following audible alarms. Read
your engine owner's manual for additional information.
1. Engine oil pressure too low.
2. Engine temperature too high.
3. Stern drive oil too low.
4. Seawater pressure too low- not enough water being
picked up by the stern drive or engine water pump.
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