Using Your E-TEC Outboard
INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS ENGINE MONITORING IMPORTANT: Your outboard must be equipped with the System Check® engine monitor. Operating your outboard without the System Check engine monitor will void your warranty for failures related to the functions monitored on your engine. When you turn the key switch ON, the System Check engine monitor horn performs a selftest by sounding a 1/2-second beep. The gauge self-tests by turning the warning lights on, then off in sequence. During engine startup, pause with the key switch in the ON position to observe the horn and gauge perform the self-test. If the self-test does not happen as stated, see your Dealer. The System Check engine monitor alerts the operator with a 10-second beep of the horn and a warning light on the gauge when certain engine problems occur. The appropriate warning light will stay on until the problem is corrected or the key switch is turned OFF. If the engine management module (EMM) senses that the problem could cause permanent engine damage, it will also limit engine speed to 1200 RPM. This additional protection feature is referred to as S.A.F.E.™ (Speed Adjusting Failsafe Electronics). If the engine was running faster than 1200 RPM when the S.A.F.E. mode activated, it will shake noticeably. Under certain operating conditions the EMM will shut OFF the engine.
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CAUTION In the S.A.F.E. mode, the engine speed is limited. Under certain conditions, the engine’s limited speed may reduce maneuverability of your boat. If the S.A.F.E. mode is activated and you are unable to correct the problem, seek assistance and/or return to safe harbor. Serious engine damage, engine shutoff, and/or reduced maneuverability may be imminent.
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1. System Check gauge 2. System Check gauge with tachometer
