SECTION 1
ILMOR HIGH-PERFORMANCE OWNER’S MANUAL
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Ilmor High-Performance Marine, LLC
© 7/2013, Version 1.0
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WARNING!
Always replace parts of the fuel system with Ilmor-
authorized parts only. All fuel system lines and connections must
meet the requirements of U.S. Coast Guard (USCG) regulations.
This means that hoses must meet or exceed SAE Standard J1527
DEC85, and hoses used for fuel delivery must meet or exceed
specification in USCG regulations, Sec. 183.540 for recreational
boating. Additionally, all fuel hose must meet the 15 g/m
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limit for
fuel permeation. All plumbing for the fuel system on Ilmor engines,
and the boats in which Ilmor authorizes placement, meet or exceed
all requirements.
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CAUTION!
Always be certain that there is ample room around
the boat when trying to start the engine in forward position as the
boat will move forward when the engine starts. Contact with other
boats, docks, shallow waterway bottoms, or debris may result in
damage to the boat that is not covered under warranty, and may
also result in serious injury.
NOTICE: Always pay attention to the audio and visual alarms. Boats are
equipped with a variety of audible and visual alarms that alert operators
to potential performance issues. No alarm, whether it sounds an alert
or provides information on the gauges, should ever be ignored. The
drive train’s sensors are often the earliest indication of problems, and
if ignored, may result in serious damage to the equipment. This is not
covered under warranty.
NOTICE: Always use a high-quality gasoline from a reputable source.
Damage to the engine by use of low-quality gasoline or gasoline with an
octane rating below the minimum level listed for Ilmor High-Performance
Marine engines will void the warranty on the engine.
NOTICE: Always perform the proper storage procedures when
storing the boat. Extended storage with fuel in the system can
affect fuel stability and may require system inspection and fuel filter
replacement when the boat returns to service. Fuel systems on all
boats equipped with Ilmor High-Performance Marine engines MUST
be properly prepared for storage periods exceeding 30 days. Owners
are encouraged to seek assistance from an authorized Ilmor High-
Performance Marine service center to properly prepare the drive train
for periods of inactivity exceeding one month. Damage due to improper
storage and/or winterization preparations is not covered under warranty.
NOTICE: Always use the recommended engine oil. Failure to follow the
engine oil recommendation listed in this Owner’s Manual can result in
accelerated engine wear and engine component failure. Engine damage
due to incorrect oil usage, oil changes and oil levels, or other failure to
follow engine oil procedures can be costly and may void the warranty.
NOTICE: Always use the recommended transmission fluid/oil. Damage
to the engine by use of low-quality or nonrecommended transmission
fluid/oil as listed for direct drive transmissions will void the warranty.
Overfill or underfill may also result in serious damage to the engine and
is not covered under warranty.