5.2.3 Testing after the start of the propulsion engines

• Check that water comes out from the minimum exhaust pipe and if it comes accelerate lightly with engine idle for a few seconds. Failure to stop the engine, locate the fault or call technical assistance.
• Spin engines just above the minimum until they have not reached operating temperature.
• Check that there are no unusual noises or excessive smoke.
• ailure to stop the engine and call technical assistance.
• Check the efficiency of the equipment by the plotter radar, VHF, compass, etc.
• Remove the shore cables if inserted.
• Remove the moorings and verify that there are no peaks in the notice or floating objects that prevent the movement of the propellers.
  

DANGER

Make sure that there is no staff at the discharge of the gas and in the vicinity of the mooring lines.