Stopping The Engines - Yamaha SX230 Owner's/Operator's Manual

CAUTION:
Never turn the ignition key to "Start"
while the engine is running. Do not
keep the starter motor running for
more than 5 seconds. If the engine
does not start after 5 seconds of
cranking, release the starter button.
Wait at least 15 seconds before try-
ing to start the engine again. If the
starter motor is engaged continu-
ously for more than 5 seconds, the
battery will be quickly discharged,
and it will be impossible to start the
engine. The starter motor may also
be damaged if it is engaged continu-
ously for more than 5 seconds.
NOTE:
Be sure the shift lever is put in the
Neutral position or the starter motor
will not operate.
On this boat, the engines are con-
nected directly to the drive unit.
Starting either engine generates
some thrust immediately. Only
enough throttle should be applied to
keep the engine at a fast enough
idle to stay running.
CAUTION:
Do not operate the Sport Boat with
just one engine running. Severe
engine damage
because water can flood the non-
operating engine through the cool-
ing water intake. If single-engine
operation is unavoidable, operate
the boat at a "no wake" speed only.
could result
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STOPPING THE ENGINES

To stop the engine, return the throttle
levers to the idle position, then turn the
main switches to "Off." The engines
can also be stopped by pulling the
engine stop switch lanyard.
WARNING
Once the engine has stopped, you
have NO STEERING CONTROL over
the boat. You could collide with
another boat, a dock, or other
obstacle.
NOTE:
Remove the ignition keys and the
engine stop switch lanyard if the
boat will be left unattended.
Stopping the engines immediately
after operating at high rpm is not
recommended. Let the engines cool
off at idle or low speed for a few
minutes first.
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