Engine
Istio is equipped with a 3kW Haibo electric auxiliary engine.
Starting the engine
- Check that there are no lines in water that might foul the propeller
- Move the throttle lever to the neutral position
- Check that the shutoff cord is fully in
Normal operation
- 2200 RPMs is the optimal cruise speed, about 5.2kt in flat water consuming 1.8l/h
- Check periodically that water is still coming out of exhaust
- Check engine temperature periodically
- Check alternator operation periodically
Stopping the engine
- Set engine to idle