MJM Yachts 29z Outboard - Manual (Page 14)

CHAPTER 3 PROPULSION SYSTEM
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MAIN MENU – Turn ignition ON and press ENTER. The top 4 items (Speed, Water Temp,
Depth, Trip Computer) will only be visible if the information is available through a multi-sensor,
NMEA interface, or as optional software.
The 5
th
shows “cool temp” as a default. Pressing ENTER, you will be able to then turn the knob
to choose which of 11 available views you’d like presented in the main menu as the default.
Press ENTER to confirm.
“Settings” contains sub-menu “OEM mode” with settings normally set by the builder for Fuel
Tank/Volume, Fuel Tank/Set Empty, Fuel Alarm/Set Level. “Units” covers metric, nautical miles,
etc. “Language”, “Display Contrast”, “Info Beep”,
3.8 START ENGINE
Before starting the engine, make sure (1) the raw water intake seacock is in the forward OPEN
position (2) the raw water strainer is clean (3) the engine has sufficient oil and coolant (4)
transmission fluid is to the proper level (5) there are no restrictions to the air intake grills (6) ) the
fuel switch over the starboard tank is OPEN (8) the HOUSE and ENGINE battery banks (under
the top companionway step) are turned ON (9) the throttle is in the neutral position showing the
“N” Green Light on the EVC Control Panel (9) no one is in the water near the boat and (10) all
machinery space hatches are closed.
TURN ON ENGINE CONTROLS. Turn the spring-loaded Ignition Key clockwise to the first
detent. The LCD screen will momentarily show “Volvo Penta EVC”.
A long continuous beep indicates that the self-test function has failed.
Ignore the top “key” symbol on the EVC panel which is only activated for dual helm station boats.
START ENGINE Turn & hold the Ignition Key clockwise with pressure to the right for several
seconds until the engine starts. The engine will not start if the shift lever is in FWD or REV.
Never engage the starter motor (turning key hard to the right) while the engine
is running. This may damage the pinion and/or ring gear.
IF BATTERY VOLTAGE is low and you have difficulty turning over the engine, a momentary
Parallel Switch is located underneath the ignition key panel. By holding this switch UP and
turning the Ignition Key ON, you add the capacity of the house bank to the start battery.
TO REV RPMS in NEUTRAL by disengaging the shift function. With the lever in neutral, push and
hold down the “N” button on the EVC Control Panel while moving the Control Lever out of neutral
into forward. Green light over “N” flashes to acknowledge shift is disengaged. When the Lever is
pulled back to “N” (Neutral), normal function is activated, showing steady green light. Never race
the engine when it is cold.
3.9 Unused
3.10 STOP
ENGINE
Turn & hold the spring-loaded Ignition Key with pressure to the left until the engine stops. If
unsuccessful, there’s a clearly labeled “Emergency Shutdown” button in the upper middle of the
starboard side of the engine. Make sure to turn OFF the Engine Battery Switch under the
companionway stair when leaving the boat.
Engine Stop & Restart after Crash-Stop If the engine otherwise stops, the following procedure
for re-start must be followed (pg 102 Volvo Manual):