Before Starting; Starting The Engine, Cold Start - Volvo Penta 3.0GL-B Operator's Manual

Before starting

CAUTION!
Do not start the engine out of the water unless you
have an optional flushing adapter. Follow the adapter
manufacturer's instructions for attaching and running
the engine out of water.
Familiarize yourself with the operation of the remote control
supplied with your boat, then proceed as follows.
DANGER!
To prevent a possible explosion hazard, operate the
engine compartment blower as recommended by the
boat manufacturer before starting the engine. If the
engine compartment is not equipped with a blower,
open the engine cover or hatch before starting to dis-
perse any gasoline fumes that may be present. Leave
the hatch open until after the engine is running.
1. Start the boat's bilge blower and run for at least four (4)
minutes. Frequently check boat's bilge area for gasoline
fumes.
2. Check the bilge for excessive water accumulation. Always
keep the bilge clean and dry.
CAUTION!
The water level in the boat's bilge will increase when
you operate your boat at a high incline before you
reach planing speed. Excessive water in the bilge can
cause engine damage.
3. Open the fuel cock (if so equipped).
4. Make sure that there are no fuel, engine coolant, or oil leaks.
5. Check engine oil level.
6. Switch on the main switches (if so equipped).
7. Insert the key into the ignition switch. Turn the key one
step to the right to switch on engine system voltage and
instrumentation.
8. Make sure that you have enough gasoline.
9. Lower the drive unit; make sure the water intakes are sub-
merged. (There should be no obstructions in the water near
the propellers.)
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Starting the engine, cold start

GL models:
A cold engine may require priming before you can start it:
1. Turn the ignition switch OFF.
2. Disengage the shift mechanism.
Move the remote control handle to FULL THROTTLE (this
3.
operates the accelerator pump and primes the engine).
4. Repeat priming if necessary.
Return the remote control handle to FAST IDLE.
5.
6. Turn the ignition switch to START and hold it there until the
engine starts, but for no longer than 10 seconds.
CAUTION!
Too much priming may flood the engine.
Gi, GXi, models:
1. Move the control handle to the NEUTRAL detent position.
2. Turn the key switch to START and hold until engine starts,
for no longer than ten seconds. If the engine does not start,
let go momentarily, then try again.
3. As soon as engine starts, release key to ON or RUN.
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