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FLOODED ENGINE - Move control/throttle lever to full throttle. Be
prepared to decrease engine speed to 1000-1500 RPM as soon as
engine starts.
F Turn ignition key to START Release key when engine starts and
allow switch to return to RUN position. Move control/ throttle lever
back to decrease engine RPM to 1000-1500 RPM if necessary.
G Check oil pressure gauge immediately after engine starts If oil
pressure is not within specified range (see SPECIFICATIONS),
stop engine immediately and determine cause.
H If engine is cold, run engine for 1 or 2 minutes at fast idle
(1000-1500 RPM).
I After engine has warmed up, check water temperature gauge to
ensure that engine temperature is not abnormally high. If it is, stop
engine immediately and determine cause.
J Be sure charging system is functioning correctly.
K Observe power package for fuel, oil, water and exhaust leaks.
L To shift drive unit, return control/throttle lever to NEUTRAL. Move
control/shift lever with a firm, quick motion forward to shift to FOR-
WARD gear, or backward to shift to REVERSE. After shifting drive
unit, advance throttle to desired setting.
M Move control/shift lever to NEUTRAL and allow engine to drop to
IDLE speed. If engine has been run at high speed for a long period
of time, allow engine to cool by running at IDLE speed for 3 to 5
minutes.
N Turn ignition key to OFF.
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