Maintenance - Honda Outboard Motor BF15A Owner's Manual

8. MAINTENANCE
Periodic maintenance and adjustment are important to keep the motor in
the best operating condition. Inspect or service as scheduled below.
m 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 area. Exhaust contains poisonous carbon
monoxide gas; exposure can cause loss of consciousness and may lead to
death.
CAUTION:
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If the engine must be run, make sure there is water at least 4 inches
above the cavitation plate, otherwise the water pump may not receive
sufficient cooling water, and the engine will overheat.
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To maintain cooling system efficiency, flush the outboard motor with
fresh water after each use in salt water.
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Use only genuine HONDA parts or their equivalent for maintenance or
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repair. Replacement parts which are not of equivalent quality may
damage the motor.
REGULAR SERVICE PERIOD
Performed at every indicated
FIRST
EVERY 6 EVERY
month or operating hour
EACH MONTH MONTHS YEAR
intervals, whichever comes first.
USE OR 20 OR 100
OR 200
ITEM.
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HRS (3)
HRS (3) HRS (3)
Engine oil
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Gear case oil
Check leve
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I 0 I
Change
0 0
Check level
0
Change
0 0
Check for water
contamination
0
0
Check
O(2)
O(2)
Check-Readjust
O(2)
O(2)
Clean-Readjust 0
Check 0
Lubrication
Fuel tank
Grease
Clean
O(1)
&
0
Fuel filter
Thermostat
Fuel line
Replace
Check .
Check (Replace
if necessary)
1
O(2)
1
O(2)
Every 3 Years
NOTE: (1) Lubricate more frequently when used in salt water.
(2) These items should be serviced by an authorized Honda dealer, unless the
owner has the proper tools and is mechanically proficient. See the Honda Shop
Manual.
(3) For professinal commercial use, log hours of operation to determine proper
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maintenance intervals.