ILMOR MV8 Owner's Manual page 17

SAFETY
NOTICE: This is a critical function of routine maintenance. Even clean-
appearing waterways may have debris such as pine needles or moss
that can enter the cooling system and create a blockage. Failure to
perform this function can result in serious overheating of the engine.
Damage to the engine and/or transmission caused by overheating is not
covered by warranty. Always pay attention to your temperature gauge,
even if you are carefully performing this check. Failure of the raw water
impeller or blockage of the transmission cooler are frequent causes of
overheating.
NOTICE: Always use the recommended engine oil. Failure to follow the
engine oil recommendation listed in this Owner's Manual can result in
accelerated engine wear and engine component failure. Engine damage
due to incorrect oil usage, oil changes and oil levels, or other failure to
follow engine oil procedures can be costly and may void the warranty.
NOTICE: Always pay attention to any gauges or warning lights. Ignoring
elevated temperatures on a temperature gauge or any other evidence of
the engine operating at temperatures above recommended levels can
result in serious damage to the engine. Any resulting damage will not be
covered by the warranty.
NOTICE: Always maintain the correct coolant level. Failure to maintain
coolant at the proper level will cause potentially serious engine damage.
The warranty does not cover engine damage due to overheating or any
other cause associated with improper coolant levels.
NOTICE: Never install accessories or add-on equipment that is
not approved by Ilmor. Add-on equipment may adversely affect the
alternator output or overload the electrical system. Any damage caused
as a result will not be covered by the warranty.
NOTICE: Failure to follow the break-in and operating procedures
as described in this Owner's Manual will void the warranty. Before
operating the boat for the first time, you must read this Owner's Manual
completely, as well as the boat manufacturer's Owner's Manual.
NOTICE: Do not remove the factory break-in oil until after a minimum of
10 hours proper operation, but not later than 25 hours. At that time, an
oil change should be performed by a certified Ilmor dealer, who will be
able to "read" the oil and filter to determine if the proper break-in of the
engine components appears to be occurring.
NOTICE: Never operate the starter motor continuously for more than 15
seconds without allowing the starter motor to cool for at least 2 minutes.
The ignition key must be released after the engine has started to avoid
damage to the starter motor and drive. Failure to do so may result in the
starter overheating, which is damage not covered under warranty.
NOTICE: Never move between forward-neutral-reverse when the engine
is above 800 rpm. Always allow the speed to decrease to 600–800 rpm
before completing the shift. Failure to do so may result in damage that is
not covered under warranty.
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