Starting & Operation - Skier's Choice Supra Sunsport 20V Owner's Manual

A standard pre-starting procedure should be always be followed before the first start-up of the day.
1. Check the engine oil level.
2. Check for gasoline fumes in bilge or engine compartment.
3. Operate engine blower for 4 minutes before starting the engine to remove any fumes.
4. Check manual operation of bilge pump. Make sure bilge areas are empty.
Other items might also be inspected, depending on the boat and its use. It is advisable to formulate a check list
particular to the equipment and operation of your boat.
REFER TO THE BOATMAN'S CHECKLIST OF THIS MANUAL.
Consult the local Coast Guard Auxiliary or Power Squadron for full details on boating safety.
NOTE: Add-on electrical accessories should never be connected to the ignition terminal or ignition circuit.
IMPORTANT: DO NOT continue to operate the starter for more than 15 seconds at a time without pausing to allow the
starter motor to cool down for at least 2 minutes. This will also allow the battery to recover between starting attempts.
PLEASE REFER TO ENGINE OWNER'S MANUAL FOR ADDITIONAL DETAILS.
BEFORE STARTING ENGINE, BE SURE THAT THE SHIFT SELECTOR IS IN NEUTRAL.
The correct starting procedure depends upon the type of engine. Please refer to the engine manual before
starting.
Do not start engine if gas fumes are present.
To Start Electronic Fuel Injection
(EFI) Engine
1. Place shift selector in Neutral with the throttle in the
upright (zero) position. (If throttle is not in the idle
position, the throttle position sensor will not allow the
engine computer to proceed with a normal starting
procedure).
2. Turn Ignition Key to Start Position to operate the starter.
3. Release the Key when engine starts (key will return to run
position).
4. Allow the engine to establish a good idle (30 to 60
seconds) before getting underway.
5. Shift slowly into forward or reverse, allowing the
transmission time to engage before powering up.
NOTE: It is normal for the idle to speed up in cold start con-
ditions.
DO NOT continue to operate the starter for more than 15
seconds at a time without pausing to allow the starter motor to
cool down for at least 2 minutes. This will also allow the battery
to recover between starting attempts. PLEASE REFER TO
ENGINE OWNER'S MANUAL FOR ADDITIONAL DETAILS.
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NOTE: Should the EFI engine become "flooded" use the
following procedure to start:
1. Place shift selector in Neutral and disengage the
transmission by pushing the transmission lockout
button located at the bottom of the lever.
2. With the transmission disengaged push the lever
forward to full throttle position. (This will cause the
computer to shut off the fuel injectors which will allow
the engine to clear of excess fuel during starting).
3. Turn the Ignition Key to Start Position and operate
the starter for no more than 15 seconds at a time
until the engine starts.
4. When the engine starts, back off the throttle and allow
the engine to establish a good idle (30 to 60 seconds).
5. Return the throttle to idle position and the transmission
lockout will automatically reengage the transmission in
neutral position.
6. When ready to get underway, shift slowly into forward
or reverse, allowing the transmission time to engage
the gearing before powering up.
Section VII
Starting & Operation
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