Starting The Engine - TOHATSU MFS 15D Manual Del Propietário

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1. Pull
2. Insert
4. Squeeze primer bulb until it becomes
stiff to feed fuel to vapor separator.
Direct arrow mark upward when prim-
ing.
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1. Engine side
2. Fuel tank side
Do not squeeze primer bulb with engine
running or when the outboard motor is
tilted up. Otherwise, fuel could overflow.
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2. Starting the engine

ENOW00036-A
CAUTION
When the engine is started in the test tank,
to avoid over heating and water pump
damage, be sure the water level is at least
10 cm (4 in.) above the anti ventilation
plate.
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ENGINE OPERATION
And be sure to remove the propeller, when
starting the engine in the test tank. (See
page 68)
Run the engine only at idling.
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1. Over 10 cm (4 in.)
ENOW00036-0
CAUTION
Be sure to stop engine immediately if cool-
ing water check port is not discharging
water, and check if cooling water intake is
blocked. Operating engine could lead to
overheating potentially leading to engine
damage. Consult an authorized dealer if
the cause cannot be found.
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CAUTION
Do not keep turning starter motor for over
5 seconds, or the battery may be con-
sumed, potentially making the engine start-
i n g i m p o s s i b l e a n d / o r d a m a g i n g t h e
starter.
If cranking over 5 seconds fails to start
engine, return main switch to "ON", and
crank engine again after 10 seconds or
more.
Do not try to crank after engine has
started.
This model is provided with start in gear
protection.
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