Indmar Raptor JET SERIES Operator's Manual

service procedures, make sure to use genuine Indmar parts for marine use. NOTICE If the temperature falls below the freezing point (32°F, 0°C) the raw water portion of your engine’s cooling system must be drained. Refer to Section 8, Storage and Winter Lay-Up. Failure to drain the cooling system will result in severe damage to your engine and other cooling system components. NOTICE Special maintenance procedures are required for engines that are operated in brackish or salt water. Refer to “Salt and Hard Water Opera ...

Section Six NORMAL OPERATION Before operating or maintaining the engine, review “Safety” on page 1-1. SENSIBLE OPERATION The engine in your boat is built to exacting specifications and is designed to deliver unparalleled performance from idle speed to wide open throttle. Most skiing, wakeboarding and surfing is done at low to moderate RPM, and that is where we have calibrated the engines to provide the highest torque and pulling power. Although occasional operation higher RPM is acceptable, we recommend for extended cruising, that the throttle be kept at ...

FUEL SYSTEM ! WARNING Never remove or modify any components of the engine’s fuel system. Tampering with fuel components may cause a hazardous condition that could result in severe personal injury or death. This work must be performed by your Indmar dealer’s technicians. ! WARNING Do not attempt to repair or replace any components of the fuel system. They are special marine parts and may require special service tools. You could damage the fuel system by not using specified tools. This could cause a fire or explosion. The Indmar fuel ...

minutes prior to starting the engine. Raise the engine cover to ventilate fumes. Inspect the engine and compartment for any fluid or fuel leaks. �� Do not smoke or allow open flames or sparks nearby when refueling. �� Always stop the engine before refueling. �� Maintain contact between the fuel nozzle and the fuel tank or container to prevent electrostatic spark. Do not use a plastic funnel. �� Do not block fuel vents. �� Do not store fuel in any containers or compartments which are not designated for f ...