Using Your E-TEC Outboard
If you hit any object:
1) Release port and starboard side engine
cover latches downward. Pull up on the tilt
handle to release the engine cover seal
and remove the engine cover.
•
STOP immediately and examine the out-
board for loosening of attaching hardware.
INSPECT for damage to swivel and stern
brackets, and steering components.
•
•
•
If the collision occurred in the water, proceed
slowly to harbor. Before boating again, have
your Dealer thoroughly inspect all compo-
nents.
EXAMINE the boat for structural damage.
TIGHTEN any loosened hardware.
1
2
WARNING
Failure to inspect for damage after an
accident or striking an object could
result in sudden, unexpected compo-
nent failure, loss of boat control, and
personal injury. Unrepaired damage
could reduce your boat and outboard’s
ability to resist future impacts.
1.
2.
Engine cover latch
Tilt handle
2) Remove fuse holder from flywheel cover.
EMERGENCY STARTING
If the starter fails, your engine can be started
using a 1/4 in (6 mm) cord about 4 ft. (1.2 m)
long.
WARNING
1
Move
the shift lever to NEUTRAL
before performing emergency starting
procedures. Failure to do so may result
in unexpected boat movement.
1.
Fuse
The engine cover is a machinery guard.
To prevent injury from moving engine
components, keep hands, clothes, and
hair clear of powerhead.
3)
Raise flywheel guard from the fittings by
pulling up on the front two fastening tabs.
Prevent electric shock by keeping clear
of the ignition coils and spark plug
leads when the motor is being started
or is running. Shock can cause serious
personal injury under certain condi-
tions.
DO NOT turn flywheel by hand. Use
starter cord only.
1
Be sure:
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•
•
Key switch is OFF.
Engine is in normal operating position.
Shift lever is in NEUTRAL.
1.
Fastening tabs
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| Categories | BRP Brand Manuals, Evinrude Brand Manuals, Evinrude E-TEC Manual, Evinrude Outboard Manual |
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| Tags | Evinrude 40 hp, Evinrude 50 hp, Evinrude 60 hp, Evinrude EL, Evinrude PL |
| Model Year | 2005 |
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