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  • Page 3 Thank you for purchasing a Honda Outboard Motor. This manual describes the operation and maintenance of the Honda Outboard Motor: BFX All information in this publication is based on the latest product information available at the time of printing. Honda Motor Co., Ltd. reserves the right to make changes at any time without notice and without incurring any obligation.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    CONTENTS 1. SAFETY ......................2. COMPONENT IDENTIFICATION ..............5 3. INSTALLATION ................... 4. PRE-OPERATION CHECK................9 5. STARTING THE ENGINE ................13 6. OPERATION....................7. STOPPING THE ENGINE ................24 8. MAINTENANCE ..................9. TRANSPORTING/STORAGE ..............35 10. TROUBLESHOOTING ................37 1 1 .

  • Page 5: Safety

    1. SAFETY Safety label locations Read all safety instructions before using the Outboard Motor. . GASOLINE ONLY (0.3 U.s.pal 1 Liw.,, . WIPE OFF SPUEO GASOLINE BEFORE STARTING. WHEN CARRYING. SMUT BREATHER VALVE.
  • Page 6 SAFETY INFORMATION For your safety and the safety of others, pay special attention to these precautions. Know stop engine quickly in case emergency. Understand the use of all controls. Do not exceed the boat manufacturer’s power recommendation, be sure the outboard motor is properly mounted.
  • Page 7 2. COMPONENT IDENTIFICATION ENGINE STOP SWITCH ENGINE SERIAL NUMBER ENGINE COVER -.-...-.. CTARTFRCRIP EMERGENCY ENGINE STOP LANYARD ENGINE COVER LOCK BAND OIL FILLER CAP w CLAMP SCREW STERN BRACKET urn LLI..” FRICTION BOLT ADJUSTING ROD ANTI-VENTILATION WATER INTAKE PLATE SCREEN ANODE METAL GEAR OIL LEVEL PLUG GEAR OIL DRAIN PLUG...
  • Page 8 FUEL HLLER CASE PROTECTOR THROTTLE LEVER TILLER HANDLE OIL LEVEL INSPECTION WINDOW VALVE LEVER FUEL TILT LEVER FRAME SERIAL NUMBER *Always list the serial when ordering parts. ’ WATER CHECK HOLE...

  • Page 9: Installation

    3. INSTALLATION It is your responsibility to choose a boat suitable for the engine. HP (1.5 kW) exceed boat manu- STERN CENTER facturer’s power recommendation. TRANSOM HEIGHT Damage and injury may result. 1 . Installation position install at the stern, at the center line of the boat.
  • Page 10 3. Motor attachment Attach the stern bracket to the transom and tighten the clamp screws. CAUTION: Before operating boat, check the tightness of the clamp screws. Tie a rope through the hole in the stern bracket and secure the other end of the rope to the boat.
  • Page 11 4. PRE-OPERATION CHECK 1. Engine oil level ( NOTICE 1 Engine oil is a major factor affecting engine performance and sevice life. Nondetergent and low quality oils are not recommended, because they have inadequate lubricating properties. Running engine with insufficient oil can cause serious engine...
  • Page 12 2. Fuel level Remove the filler cap and check the fuel level. Refill the tank if the fuel level is low. 1 .O !J (0.26 US gal, 0.22 Imp gal) Fuel tank capacity: Gasoline is extremely flammable, and gasoline vapor can explode, causing serious injury...
  • Page 13 Occasionally you may experience light spark knock while operating under heavy loads. This is no cause for concern, it simply means your engine is operating efficiently. After refueling, be sure to tighten the fuel tank cap firmly. GASOLINES CONTAINING ALCOHOL If you decide to use a gasoline containing alcohol (gasohol), be sure it’s octane rating is at least as high as that recommended by Honda.
  • 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. @Check the condition of the fuel cap and fuel cap gasket. Replace the fuel cap and fuel cap gasket if they are cracked or damaged.
  • Page 15 5. STARTING THE ENGINE Exhaust contains poisonous carbon monoxide which cause unconsciousness and may lead to death. Never run the outboard in a closed garage or confined area. [NOTICE The anti-ventilation plate must be lowered into the water and be at least 2 inches below the surface.
  • Page 16 NOTE: The engine will not start unless the emergency stop switch clip is engaged with the engine stop switch. ENGINE STOP A spare emergency stop switch clip SWlTCH is provided in the tool bag. EMERGENCY STOP SWITCH CLIP SPARE EMERGENCY STOP SWrrCH CLIP EMERGENCY STOP SWlTCH LANYARD...
  • Page 17 6. Pull the starter rope slowly until a resistance is felt, then pull briskly. Do not allow the starter grip to snap back against the engine. Return gently to prevent damage to the starter. Do not pull the starter grip while the engine is running, as that...
  • Page 18 8. If the choke was used, push it in gradually as the engine warms up.
  • Page 19 Emergency starting If the recoil starter is not working properly, the engine can be started with the spare starter rope in the tool kit. 1. Remove the engine cover. 2. Remove the recoil starter by removing the three 6 mm nuts. 3.

  • Page 20: Operation

    6. OPERATION 1. Cruising For the first 10 hours of operation, run the outboard motor at low speed, and avoid abrupt operation of the throttle. Turn the throttle lever toward FAST to increase speed. For normal cruising, open the throttle about 3/4. NOTE: For best performance, passengers and equipment...
  • Page 21 2. Steering To turn to the right, swing the tiller handle to the left. To turn to the left, swing the tiller handle to the right. LEFT TURN RIGHT TURN Swing the tiller Swing the tiller handle to the right. handle to the left.
  • Page 22 3. Reverse 1. Move the throttle lever to the SLOW position. Before rotating motor (from either forward to reverse or from reverse to forward) reduce the engine speed to SLOW, or the boat could capsize. 2. To reverse direction, turn the motor 1 SO’, and then pivot the steering handle as shown.
  • Page 23 4.Tilting the motor Tilt the motor to prevent the propeller and gear case from hitting bottom when the boat is beached or stopped in shallow water. 1. Stop the engine and turn the fuel valve lever off. 2. Close the fuel cap vent knob. 3.
  • Page 24 1 NOTICE ] To avoid damaging the motor, use the utmost care when mooring a boat, especially when its motor is tilted up. Don’t allow the motor to strike against the pier or other boats. To avoid damaging motor, never use it as a handle for lifting moving...
  • Page 25 High attitude operation At high altitude, the standard carburetor air-fuel mixture will be exces- sively rich. Performance will decrease, and fuel consumption will increase. High altitude performance can be improved by installing a smaller diameter main fuel jet in the carburetor and readjusting the pilot screw. If you always operate the outboard motor at altitudes higher than 6,000 feet above sea level, have your authorized Honda Outboard Motor dealer perform these...
  • Page 26 7. STOPPING UHE ENGEME In an emergency Disengage the emergency stop switch clip from the engine stop switch by pulling the emergency stop switch lanyard. NOTE: lt is a good idea to stop the engine with the emergency stop switch lanyard from time to time to be sure that the switch is operating properly.
  • Page 27 3. Turn the fuel valve lever OFF. FUEL VALVE LEVER 4. Close the fuel cap vent knob. FUEL CAP VENT KNOB In the event that the engine does not stop when you depressed engine stop switch, pull the emergency stop switch lanyard.

  • Page 28: Maintenance

    8. MAINTENANCE Periodic maintenance and adjustment are important to keep the motor in rating condition. Inspect or service as scheduled- below. Shut off the engine before performing any maintenance. If the engine must be run, make sure the area is well ventilated. Never run the engine in an enclosed or confined...
  • Page 29 1 .Tool kit and spare parts The following tools and spare parts are supplied with the outboard motor for maintenance, adjustment, and emergency repairs. Tool kit FLAT SCREWDRIVER PLIERS TOOL 12mm PHILLIPS SCREWDRIVER WRENCH SPARE [I-3 SPARK PLUG SOCKET WRENCH EMERGENCY SCREWDRIVER STARTER...
  • Page 30 2. Engine oil change Drain the oil while the engine is still warm to assure rapid and complete draining. 1 .Turn the fuel valve lever OFF, and close the fuel cap vent knob. 2. Remove the oil filler cap, and turn the motor on its side to drain the oil. 3.Stand the engine in an upright position, and fill the crankcase with the recommended oil (see page 9 ).
  • Page 31 3. Gear oil check/change Marine SAE 90 hypoid gear oil Recommended oil: API Service Classification (GL-4 or GL-5) IY! (0.05 US qt ,0.04 Imp qt) Oil Capacity: 0.05 Oil level check Check the oil level when the motor is in the vertical position. Remove the level plug and see if oil flows out.
  • Page 32 5.Spark plug service Recommernded spark plug: BMR-4A(NGK) 1. Remove the engine cover. 2. Remove the spark plug cap. 3. Use the wrench supplied in the tool kit to remove the spark plug. 4.Visually inspect the spark plug. Discard the spark plug if there is apparent wear, or if the insulator is cracked or chipped.
  • Page 33 6. Cleaning and flushing After each use in salt water or dirty water, thoroughly clean and flush the outboard motor. 1. Wash the outside of the outboard motor with clean, fresh water. 2. Remove the propeller. 3.Stand the motor in a suitable container of water. The water level must be at least 2 inches above the anti-ventilation plate.
  • Page 34 7. Lubrication Apply marine anti-corrosion grease to the following areas: CLAMP SCREW SWIVEL CASE GREASE NIPPLE ADJUSTING ’ PROPELLER SHAFT NOTE: Apply anti-corrosion oil to pivot surfaces where grease cannot penetrate.
  • Page 35 8. Shear pin change A shear pin is used to protect the propeller and drive mechanism from damage when the propeller strikes an obstruction. 1. Remove the cotter pin and the propeller. 2. Remove the broken shear pin and replace it with a new one. 3.
  • Page 36 9. Servicing a submerged motor A submerged motor must be serviced immediately after it is recovered from the water in order to minimize corrosion. If there is a Honda outboard motor dealership nearby, take the motor immediately to the dealer. If you are far from a dealership, proceed as follows: l.Remove...

  • Page 37: Transporting/Storage

    S.TRANSPORTING/STORAGE 1. Drain the water from the extension case. Disengage the emergency stop switch clip from the engine stop switch to prevent starting, pull the starter rope several times to expel the water from the extension case. If the outboard motor is put on its side immediately after...
  • Page 38 3.To carry, hold the motor by the carrying handle. Do not carry by the engine cover. 4,Transport and store the motor either vertically or horizontally, as shown here. Vertical transport or storage: Attach the stern bracket to a stand. 1 NOTICE 1 other transport or storage...

  • Page 39: Troubleshooting

    1 O.TROUBLESHOOTING Engine will not start: 1. Is the emergency stop switch clip in place? 2. Is there fuel in the fuel tank? 3. Is the fuel cap vent knob turned to open? 4. Is fuel reaching the carburetor? Loosen the carburetor drain screw to see if there is fuel in the carburetor float bowl.
  • Page 40 r Model I BFPA Description Code BAES .2.0 Rated power HP (1.5 kW) 4,000- 5,000 Full throttle range Engine type 4-stroke side valve one cylinder Displacement 76 cm3 (4.6 cu-in) 0.60-0.70 Spark plug gap mm (0.024-0.028 Starter system Recoil starter Ignition system Transisterized magneto...
  • Page 41 13.WARRANTY SERVICE Owner satisfaction Your satisfaction and goodwill are important to your dealer and to us. All Honda warranty details are explained in the Distributor’s Limited Warranty. Normally, any problems concerning the product will be handled by your dealer’s service department. If you have a warranty problem that has not been handled to your satisfaction,...
  • Page 42 Current customer service contact information: Your owner's manual was written to cover most of the questions you might ask about your Honda. Any questions not answered in the owner's manual can be answered by your Honda dealer. If your dealer doesn't have an immediate answer, they should be able to get it for you.
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