Safety; Safety Information - Honda BF250A Owner's Manual

1. SAFETY

SAFETY INFORMATION

For your safety and the safety of
others, pay special attention to these
precautions.
Operator Responsibility
• Honda outboard motor is
designed to give safe and
dependable service if
operated according to
instructions.
Read and understand the
Owner's Manual before
operating the outboard
motor. Failure to do so
could result in personal
injury or equipment
damage.
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Shift to the neutral position
and then shift to the reverse
position at low engine speed.
Do not shift to the reverse
position suddenly at high
engine speed.
• Gasoline is harmful or fatal if
swallowed. Keep the fuel tank out
of reach of children.
• Gasoline is extremely flammable
and is explosive under certain
conditions. Refuel in a
well-ventilated area with the engine
stopped.
• Do not smoke or allow flames or
sparks where the engine is refueled
or where gasoline is stored.
• Do not overfill the fuel tank. After
refueling make sure that the fuel
tank cap is closed properly and
securely.
• Be careful not to spill any fuel
while refueling. Spilled fuel or fuel
vapor may ignite. If any fuel is
spilled make sure that the area is
dry before starting the engine.
• Know how to stop the engine
quickly in case of emergency.
Understand the use of all controls.
• Do not exceed the boat
manufacturer's power
recommendation, and be sure that
the outboard motor is properly
mounted.
• Never permit anyone to operate the
outboard motor without proper
instruction.
• Before operating the outboard
motor, familiarize yourself with all
laws and regulations relating to
boating and the use of outboard
motors.
• Do not attempt to modify the
outboard motor.
• Always wear a life-jacket when on
board.