ENGINE STARTING
Be sure the engine is in normal operating position.
DANGER
Refer to Power Trim and Tilt or Tilting. Connect
the fuel hose to the fuel connector.
DO NOT run the engine indoors or without
adequate ventilation or permit exhaust
fumes to accumulate in confined areas.
Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide
which, if inhaled, can cause serious brain
damage or death.
2
WARNING
1
The engine cover is a machinery guard. DO
NOT operate your outboard with the cover
off unless you are performing maintenance,
and then be careful to keep hands, hair, and
clothing clear of all moving parts. Contact
with moving parts could cause injury.
1.
2.
Fuel hose connector
Fuel connector
If the fuel tank has an operable vent, open it.
Squeeze the fuel primer bulb, outlet end up, until
firm.
DANGER
Contact with a rotating propeller is likely to
result in serious injury or death. Assure the
engine and prop area is clear of people and
objects before starting engine or operating
boat. Do not allow anyone near a propeller,
even when the engine is off. Blades can be
sharp and the propeller can continue to turn
even after the engine is off. Always shut off
the engine when near people in the water.
2
1
BEFORE START-UP
1.
2.
Fuel tank operable vent
Fuel primer bulb
If the fuel hose and/or oil hoses are not connected,
refer to Fuel System and Oil System, to install
them now.
Review and follow Break-In (10 Hours) if the en-
gine is new.
You MUST supply water to the engine before at-
tempting to start it. Engine damage can occur
quickly. Refer to Engine Overheating or Flushing.
Engine Starting - 21
| Categories | BRP Brand Manuals, Johnson 2-Stroke Manuals, Johnson Brand Manuals, Johnson Outboard Manuals |
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| Tags | Johnson 40 hp, Johnson 50 hp, Johnson PL |
| Model Year | 2004 |
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