Craftsman Marine — Stopping the engine
Operation
From a Craftsman Marine owner's manual covering: CM 2.16, CM 3.27, CM3.27. Check it applies to your exact model before use.
Applies to: Craftsman Marine CM 2.16, Craftsman Marine CM 3.27
Before you start
- Never turn the electric main switch to the 'off' position when the engine is running.
- Do not turn the starter switch to the 'start' position when the engine is running; this may cause serious damage to the starter motor.
Procedure
- Before stopping the engine, shift the throttle lever back to its neutral position and place the gearbox lever into neutral.
- Let the engine idle during a few moments; after a long trip, idle for a few minutes before putting it to full stop.
- Turn the starter switch to the far left position of 'stop'.
- When the engine has stopped, turn the key one step to the right to the 'off' position.
- Close the seacock of the raw water inlet and turn the main electrical switch off if the engine will not be used during a prolonged period.
- If the engine does not respond to the stop command, keep the black button on top of the fuel lift pump depressed during a few seconds.
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.