216510 90 H.O. to 300 Evinrude E-TEC

1 Operator s Guide90 / 115 / 130 / 135 / 150 / 175 / 200 /225 / 250 / 300 HORSEPOWER* 216510 *Revision C. September 2013 Original instructionsCALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65 WARNINGA WARNINGThis product contains or emits chemicals known to the state of California to causecancer and birth defects or other reproductive to Own and Operate Three-Year Limited warranty No Scheduled Dealer maintenance for Three Years of Normal Recreational Use No Operational Break-In Procedure Easy Starts (no choking or priming) Digital Engine Management Self Flushing Cooling System Long Term Storage Design Simplified Winterization Procedure Digital Diagnostics Low Oil UsageDurable and Reliable Full Corrosion Protection Evinrude E-TEC Lubrication System Auto-Calibrated Linkage Robust, Heavy-Duty Design Posi-Lock Latches Extra Capacity Water Pump Iridium Spark Plugs Vibration Isolated Electronics Beltless Charging System Stainless Steel Thermostat Nickel/Chrome-Faced Piston Rings Micro Finished Connecting Rods/CrankshaftCleaner and Quieter EPA Emissions Compliance European Union Emissions Compliance California 3-Star Emissions Compliance Sealed Fuel System Low Friction Design (No powerhead gears, belts, cams, oil scraping rings, or mechanical oil pump)

2 Full Length Insulated Lower Pans Quiet Signature Sound Air Intake/Silencer Idle Air BypassFEATURES AT A GLANCEThe following trademarks are the property of Bombardier Recreational Products Inc. or its affiliates: 115 and 130 HP models are NOT sold in North America, 200 60 V6, 250 and 300 HP models are CARB 2-Star Emissions Compliant Evinrude Evinrude /Johnson XD30 I-Command Evinrude E-TEC BRP Evinrude /Johnson Genuine Parts2+4 Fuel ConditionerSystemCheck Evinrude /Johnson XD100 HPF XR Gearcase LubricantTriple-Guard GreaseEvinrude /Johnson XD50 HPF Pro Gearcase LubricantEvinrude ICON Remote ControlRPM Tune PowerSync 2013 BRP US Inc. All rights US Science DriveSturtevant, Wisconsin, USA 53177T F New Evinrude E-TEC Owner,Thank you for your recent purchase of an Evinrude E-TEC outboard engine and welcome to theBRP - Evinrude family! Your purchase comes with the full commitment and support of the BRPE vinrude outboard engine team.

3 We are confident that your new engine will provide you and yourfamily with years of fun and time on the waterPower and know that you want performance and immediate response. That's why instant throttle re-sponse and hole shot are so important. The key to your new Evinrude E-TEC outboard engineis that every revolution is a power stroke. That means twice the power strokes of a 4-stroke. Plusthe computer-controlled engine management system delivers the perfect fuel mix directly to thecombustion chamber for hair-trigger response. The natural 2-stroke advantage combined withour super-natural fuel injection and combustion system means that you will gain up to 23% moretorque than a comparable 4-stroke outboard engine. Simply stated - more torque, instant throttleresponse, less weight, and more power - Evinrude E-TEC will deliver. In addition, Evinrude E-TEC outboard engines require no dealer scheduled maintenance forthree years or 300 hours.

4 No inspections or adjustments, no changing gearcase lube, no springtune-ups - for a full three years, then every three years after that. This means you'll experiencemore time on the water with your new Evinrude E-TEC outboard engine!History & E-TEC outboard engines are manufactured in Sturtevant, Wisconsin, in a state-of-the-art manufacturing facility that is less than 30 miles away from where Ole Evinrude invented thefirst outboard engine more than 100 years ago. And, Evinrude is part of the BRP family of prod-ucts; inclusively, over 200 years of heritage. Powerful brands including legendary names suchas Ski-Doo snowmobiles, Sea-Doo personal watercraft and boats, and Can-Am off-roadand on-road products. We take pride in leveraging all of our BRP brands in a very effective wayto bring you the most innovative and expertly engineered Evinrude Club ( ) for owners like you!As an Evinrude owner you are automatically a member of our Evinrude 's owners group, (The Evinrude Club).

5 To start receiving your rewards, like parts and clothing discounts, a card, and a window decal, register today at you experience more with Evinrude , we'd love to hear from you online and encourage you toshare your story and pictures while joining the conversation. Visit us on Facebook at you again for your purchase and we look forward to seeing you on the water. Sincerely,Steve LahamVice PresidentSales and Marketing Ski-DooLynxSea-DooEvinrudeJohnsonRotax Can-AmTABLE OF CONTENTSA bout This Guide .. 6 Important Safety Messages .. 7 Product References, Illustrations and Specifications .. 9 Declaration of Conformity .. 10 Using Your Evinrude E-TEC OutboardSafety Information on the Outboard .. 12 Warning Symbols .. 12 Hang Tags .. 12 Remote Control Decals .. 13 Component Identification90, 115, 130 HP 60 V4, 135, 150, 175, 200 HP 60 V6 .. 14200, 225, 250, 300 HP 90 V6 .. 16 Oil and Fuel.

6 18 Oil Requirements .. 18 Oiling System information .. 18 Priming the Oil System .. 19 Fueling Procedure .. 21 Fuel Requirements .. 22 Fuel Additives .. 23 Fuel System Information .. 23 Operation .. 25 Safety Information .. 25 Engine Starting / Stopping .. 25 Remote Controls Evinrude ICON Control System .. 28 Remote Controls - Evinrude / Johnson (BRP) Controls .. 30 Fuel Economy .. 31 Tilting and Trim .. 32 Engine Monitoring .. 36 Engine Overheating .. 38 Special Operating Conditions .. 39 Cold and Freezing Weather .. 39 Dual Outboard Operation .. 39 High Altitude .. 39 Salt Water .. 39 Shallow Water .. 40 Under Tow .. 40 Weedy Water .. 40 Transporting the Outboard ..41 Trailering .. 41 Transporting / Storage .. 42 Pre-Ride Inspection ..43 MaintenanceEngine Emissions Information ..46 maintenance Schedule ..47 Service ..48 Anti-Corrosion Anodes.

7 48 Flushing .. 48 Fuse .. 49 Hull Finish .. 50 Outboard External Finish .. 50 Scratch Repair .. 50 Spark Plugs .. 50 Submerged Outboard .. 50 Storage ..51 Short-Term Storage (Between Uses) .. 51 Long-Term Storage (Winterization) .. 52 Pre-Season Check .. 55 Troubleshooting ..56 Product InformationInstallation ..58 Transom Height .. 58 Installing the Outboard .. 59 Boat-Mounted Fuel Filters .. 59 Battery .. 59 Accessory Battery Connection .. 60 Water Pressure .. 60 Propeller .. 61 Adjustments ..63 Specifications ..64 Product warranty Information ..71 California Emission Control warranty Statement ..74 Readiness Test ..81 Frequently Asked Questions ..83 Change of Address / Change of Ownership ..85 Confirmation of Receipt ..876 ABOUT THIS GUIDEThis Operator s Guide is an essential part ofyour Evinrude E-TEC outboard. It containspertinent information which, if followed, willprovide you with a thorough understandingneeded for proper operation, maintenance ,care, and above all safety.

8 Safety is ourfirst priority and it should be yours too. It isstrongly recommended you read this Guidefrom cover to cover. The more you know andunderstand about your Evinrude E-TEC out-board, the greater the safety and pleasureyou will get from using it. Following this rec-ommendation will assure the completeness ofthe information essential to your safety, thesafety of any passengers, and other water Operator s Guide identifies importantsafety the mere reading of such informa-tion does not eliminate the hazard, the under-standing and application of the informationwill promote the correct use of your Guide should be kept in a waterproof bagwith the outboard at all times during opera-tion. If the product ownership is transferred,this Guide should be forwarded to the responsible, educated boater will fully ap-preciate the pleasures of boating and will be asafe boater.

9 Boating Safety Classes are con-ducted by the Coast Guard Auxiliary, Power Squadron and some Red CrossChapters. For information about classes, calltoll free additional information about boating safe-ty and regulations, call: Coast Guard Boating Safety North America please contact yourDealer or distributor for details about Operator s Guide uses the following sig-nal words identifying important safety a hazardoussituation which, if not avoided, couldresult in minor or moderate an instructionwhich, if not followed, could severelydamage engine components or : Identifies information that willhelp with assembly and operation of the Alert SymbolThis is the Safety Alert symbol. It is usedto alert you to potential personal injuryhazards. Obey all safety messages thatfollow this symbol to avoid possible injuryor DANGERI ndicates a hazardous situation which, ifnot avoided, will result in death or seri-ous WARNINGI ndicates a hazardous situation which, ifnot avoided, could result in death or seri-ous SAFETY MESSAGESThis Operator s Guide contains essential in-formation to help prevent personal injury anddamage to equipment.

10 Safety messages ap-pear throughout this Guide in the applicablesection. Be careful! Human error is caused by manyfactors: carelessness, fatigue, overload, pre-occupation, unfamiliarity of operator with theproduct, drugs and alcohol to name a to your boat and outboard can befixed in a short period of time, but injury ordeath, has a lasting MEASURES GeneralA WARNINGFor your safety and the safety of others,follow all safety warnings and recom-mendations. Do not disregard any of thesafety precautions and instructions. Anyone operating your boat should firstread and understand this guide beforethey operate your boat and outboard. To fully appreciate the pleasures, enjoy-ment and excitement of boating there aresome basic rules that should be ob-served and followed by any rules may be new to you and oth-ers may be common sense or , take them seriously!