Craftsman Marine CM4.65 / CM4.80 — The starting procedure
Operation · Engine
For the Craftsman Marine CM4.65 / CM4.80, from the Craftsman Marine owner's manual.
Applies to: Hyundai CM4.65 engine, Hyundai CM4.80 engine
Before you start
- Stop the starting procedure if the engine does not come to life within 10 seconds
- Do not run the starter motor more than 30 seconds continuously
Procedure
- Position the throttle lever at half of its travel, without engaging the gearbox.
- Turn the key to the 'on' position; monitoring lights for oil pressure, charging current and pre-heating light up and the buzzer sounds.
- Turn the key to the 'pre-heating' position; keep the key about 6 seconds at ambient temperature of 15 C or more.
- Turn the starter key to 'start' and release as soon as the engine starts; the key returns to 'on'.
- Let the engine idle for a short period to warm up.
Specs & values
- Idling speed 850 rpm
- Pre-heating up to 20 s at freezing, up to 10 s at up to 7 C, maximum 1 minute
Source: Craftsman Marine owner's manual. Steps and values are as documented; always cross-check against the official manual and any later revisions for your exact serial number before servicing.