7XIMPORTANT SAFETY MESSAGESThis Operator’s Guide contains essential in-formation to help prevent personal injury anddamage to equipment. Safety messag
8SAFETY MEASURES — Installation and MaintenanceInsist on the use of personal floatationdevices, approved by the U.S. CoastGuard, by all passengers whe
9XPRODUCT REFERENCES, ILLUSTRATIONS AND SPECIFICATIONSBRP reserves the right to make changes at any time, without notice, to features, specificationsa
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11XUSING YOUR EVINRUDE E-TECOUTBOARDUSING YOUR E-TEC OUTBOARD
12 Using Your E-TEC OutboardCOMPONENT IDENTIFICATIONItem Description Item Description1 Air Inlet 6 Fuel and Oil Hoses2 Trailering Tilt Switch 7 Tilt
13X COMPONENT IDENTIFICATIONItem Description Item Description11 Spark Plugs 16 Electronics / Rigging Cover12 Water Pump Indicator, Flushing Port 17 Tr
14 Using Your E-TEC OutboardSTARTING, STOPPING, SHIFTINGSAFETY INFORMATION ENGINE STARTINGRefer to the Routine Inspection Checkliston page 31 for pr
15X STARTING, STOPPING, SHIFTINGMove the remote control handle to NEU-TRAL.1. Concealed side mount control2. Binnacle mount controlTurn the key switch
16 Using Your E-TEC OutboardSHIFTING AND SPEED CONTROLIMPORTANT: Carefully check the function ofall control and engine systems before leavingthe doc
200/225/250 HORSEPOWERPL, PX, PZ, CX, CZ, SL, HL
17X OIL AND FUELOIL AND FUELOILING SYSTEMIf the oil hose is disconnected for any reason,seal it to prevent spillage. Install a cap on thehose fitting
18 Using Your E-TEC OutboardOIL REQUIREMENTS FUEL REQUIREMENTSIMPORTANT: Always use fresh gasoline.Gasoline will oxidize; the result is loss of oc-t
19X OIL AND FUELMinimum OctaneYour outboard is certified to operate on un-leaded automotive gasoline with an octanerating equal to or higher than:• 87
20 Using Your E-TEC OutboardINSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLSENGINE MONITORINGIMPORTANT: Your outboard must beequipped with the SystemCheck engine mon-itor.
21X INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLSThe following warnings may appear on the outboard’s indicator lights:“LOW OIL”“NO OIL”Your outboard is designed to run in
22 Using Your E-TEC OutboardENGINE OVERHEATINGIMPORTANT: Do not run your outboard—even for a brief start-up—without supplyingwater to it. Refer to T
23X INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLSREMOTE CONTROLSIMPORTANT: When selecting the remote control system for your boat, specify Evinrude com-ponents. Evinrude c
24 Using Your E-TEC OutboardEmergency Stop/Key SwitchA combination emergency stop switch andkey switch is a feature of Evinrude prewiredremote contr
25X OPERATIONOPERATIONPOWER TRIM AND TILTFull TiltThe full tilt is often used to tilt the outboard forclearance when beaching, mooring, orlaunching.1.
26 Using Your E-TEC OutboardIMPORTANT: Some boats plow, or are diffi-cult to plane, when operated in the trim’s low-est position. If your boat handl
27X OPERATIONTRAILERINGTrailering BracketTo engage bracket — Tilt the outboard fullyusing the tilt switch inside the boat or thetrailering tilt switch
28 Using Your E-TEC OutboardIMPACT DAMAGEYour outboard has a shock absorption systemdesigned to help withstand damage from im-pact with underwater o
29X OPERATIONSALT WATERAdditional anodic protection for the outboardhas been provided for use in salt or brackishwater.Upon removal from salt water, l
30 Using Your E-TEC OutboardHIGH ALTITUDEYour outboard’s EMM will automatically com-pensate for changes in altitude. However, ifyou boat above 3000
31XROUTINE INSPECTION CHECKLISTCommon Sense Pre-launch Checks (Each Use)PeriodicCheck fuel level.Check oil level.Check function of steering, thrott
33XMAINTENANCE
34 MaintenanceENGINE EMISSIONS INFORMATIONMaintenance, replacement, or repair of theemission control devices and systemsmay be performed by any mari
35XMAINTENANCE SCHEDULERoutine maintenance is necessary for all mechanized products. Periodic maintenance contrib-utes to the product’s life span. The
36 MaintenanceSTORAGEYou must protect against natural environmen-tal conditions that can be damaging to an out-board. Temperature and humidity chang
Easy to Own and Operate• Three-Year Limited Warranty• No Scheduled Dealer Maintenance for Three Years of Normal Recreational Use• No Break-In Period•
37X STORAGELONG-TERM (WINTERIZATION)PRE-SEASON CHECKRemove your outboard from storage and pre-pare it for a season of reliable service by per-forming
38 MaintenanceIMPORTANT: Do not run your outboard—even for a brief start-up—without supplyingwater to it. Refer to Transportation on page36.Followin
39XTROUBLESHOOTINGSYMPTOM POSSIBLE CAUSEStarter motor will not operate • Shift handle not in NEUTRAL.• Fuse blown. Refer to Fuse on page 30.• Battery
40OWNER’S NOTES
41XPRODUCT INFORMATION
42 Product InformationRIGGING AND ACCESSORIESPROPELLERPropeller SelectionTo select the correct propeller for your boatingapplication, your boat and
43X RIGGING AND ACCESSORIESInstallationSlide thrust washer onto shaft with shoulderfacing aft.Slide propeller onto shaft, engaging thesplines and seat
44 Product InformationIMPORTANT: DO NOT use wing nuts on bat-tery connections even if they came with thebattery. Wing nuts can loosen and cause er-r
45X ADJUSTMENTSADJUSTMENTSTrim TabA propeller will generate steering torque whenthe propeller shaft is not running parallel tothe water’s surface. The
46 Product InformationSPECIFICATIONS200, 225, 250 ModelsDisplacement 200.1 cu. in. (3279 cc)Engine Type 90° V, 6 Cylinder, Two-Cycle, E-TECFull Thro
47X SPECIFICATIONSFuses P/N 967545 – Refer to Fuse on page 30Fuel Filter P/N 502906Battery Charging 50-Amp, Fully Regulated, Dual IsolatedGearcase – L
48 Product InformationPRODUCT WARRANTY INFORMATIONBOMBARDIER RECREATIONAL PRODUCTS LIMITED WARRANTY FOR 2006 EVINRUDE OUTBOARD ENGINES SOLD IN THE U
49X PRODUCT WARRANTY INFORMATION6. EXCLUSIONS — The following are not warranted under any circumstances:• Replacement of parts due to normal wear and
50 Product InformationCALIFORNIA EMISSION CONTROL WARRANTY STATEMENTYour Evinrude E-TEC outboard has a special environmental label required by the C
51X CALIFORNIA EMISSION CONTROL WARRANTY STATEMENTYOUR EMISSION CONTROL WARRANTY RIGHTS AND OBLIGATIONThe California Air Resources Board and Bombardie
52 Product InformationThe emission warranty covers damage to other engine components that is caused by the failure of a war-ranted part.The BRP Oper
CHANGE OF ADDRESS / CHANGE OF OWNERSHIPIf your address has changed or if there has been a change of ownership, be sure to fill out andmail the card pr
Bombardier Recreational ProductsEvinrude/JohnsonDEALER SUPPORT SERVICES250 SEAHORSE DRIVEWAUKEGAN, IL 60085
CONFIRMATION OF RECEIPTYour DealerUpon delivery of your new Evinrude/Johnson outboard, complete and sign the form below.Your Dealer will take receipt
Dear Boating Enthusiast,Congratulations on your purchase of our industry-leading Evinrude® E-TEC™ out-board! Your purchase comes with the full commitm
Readiness TestThe Operator’s Readiness Test...1. Did you read this Guide from front cover to rear cover?2. Are you ready to take responsibility for t
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONSNo dealer-scheduled maintenance for the first three years of normal recreational use? Really?• Yes! Bombardier Recreational
4TABLE OF CONTENTSAbout This Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6Important Safety Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
5XMAINTENANCEEngine Emissions Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34Maintenance Schedule . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35Storage . .
6ABOUT THIS GUIDEThis Operator’s Guide is an essential part ofyour Evinrude E-TEC outboard. It containspertinent information which, if followed, will
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