Honda BF5A Owner's Manual page 14

3. Pre-operation check list:
@Check the propeller, the shear pin, and the cotter pin to be sure they are
secure and undamaged.
@Check the stern bracket to be sure the motor is securely installed.
@Check tiller handle operation.
@Make sure you have the tool kit and spare parts with you (P. 27).
@Check the condition of the fuel cap, fuel cap gasket, fuel hose, and fuel
hose connectors. Replace the fuel cap, fuel cap gasket, fuel hose, or fuel
hose connectors if they are cracked or damaged. Replace the fuel hose
connectors if they leak. Be sure the fuel hose is not kinked, collapsed, or
has any loose connections.
@Make sure the fuel tank is properly secured in the boat. This will protect
the fuel tank from mechanical damage caused by the fuel tank shifting.
Also make sure the fuel tank is in a well ventilated area to reduce the
chance of a gasoline vapor expiosion. Avoid direct sunlight on the fuel
tank.
aCheck the anode metal for damage, looseness or excessive corrosion.
The anode metal helps to protect the outboard motor from corrosion
damage; it must be exposed directly to the water whenever the motor is in
use. Replace the anode metal when it has been reduced to approximately
one half of its original size.
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The possibility of corrosion damage increases if the anode metal is
painted over or allowed to deteriorate.
The following materials should be kept with the boat:
1. Owner's Manual.
2. Tool Kit.
3. Spare engine oil, spark plug, propeller, propeller cotter pins, and shear
pins.
4. Required information
regarding boating laws and regulations.
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