Specifications

CE31

ENGINE WARM UP

CAUTION

Improper or no warm-up of engine can seriously impair the Iife of your diesel engine.

1 After starting, check to ensure all instrumentation is functioning properly. Run engine at idle rpm until engine

temperature is within normal operating range. It is very important that any engine be warmed up before applying

full load. The warm-up period provides time for the lubricating oil to establish a film between moving parts.

NOTE: Engine warm-up time during cold weather can be reduced by operating vessel at reduced engine speed.

Commence normal vessel operation when systems reach operating temperatures.

2 After the engine has reached operating temperature, oil pressure should be within range listed in the engine

specifications chart. Stop the engine if oil pressure is not within this range. Locate and correct the problem, or

see your Authorized MerCruiser Dealer if you are unable to determine the problem.

CE32

STARTING WARM ENGINE

1 Turn on and run engine compartment bilge blower for five minutes (if so equipped). Or, open engine hatch

to air out bilge before attempting to start engine(s).

2 Turn key switch to the “RUN” position. Check to ensure glow plug preheat lamp is not illuminated.

3 Turn key switch to the “START” position and release when engine fires. Check to ensure charge indicator and

oil pressure warning lamps go out.

4 Check to ensure all instrumentation is functioning properly and indicating normal readings. Oil pressure

should be within the range listed in the engine specifications chart. Stop the engine if oil pressure is not within

this range. Locate and correct the problem, or see your Authorized MerCruiser Dealer if you are unable to deter-

mine the problem.

CE33

SHIFTING

CAUTION

Never attempt to shift unit unless engine is at idle rpm. Damage to drive unit could occur.

1 To shift unit, be sure remote control/throttle lever is in NEUTRAL. Move control/shift lever with a firm, quick

motion forward to shift to FORWARD gear, or backward to shift to REVERSE. After shifting drive unit, advance

throttle to desired setting.

2 Once underway, engine oil pressure should be within the range listed in the engine specifications chart at

maximum rpm, or Wide-Open-Throttle. Stop the engine if oil pressure is not within this range. Locate and correct

the problem, or see your Authorized MerCruiser Dealer if you are unable to determine the problem.

CB13

IMPORTANT: Starting procedure if engine is shut-off or stops with drive unit in gear.

1. Pull/push remote control handle to neutral-lock position (it will be necessary to exert force to move

handle).

2. Turn key to start position, momentarily, to release clutch from gear.

3. Resume normal starting procedure.

CE34

ENGINE SHUT-DOWN (STOPPING)

1 Place remote control lever in “Neutral.”

2 Run engine at idle speed for several minutes to allow engine to cool down.

3 Turn key switch to the “OFF” position.