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Honda Outboard Motor BF5A Owner's Manual

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  • Page 3 Thank you for purchasing This manual covers operation board Motor. All information product information available at the time of approval for printing. Honda Motor Co., Ltd. reserves the right to make changes at any time without notice and without No part of this publication This manual should be considered a permanent part of the Outboard Motor and should remain with the Outboard Motor when it is sold.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    1. SAFETY ... 2. COMPONENT IDENTIFICATION 3. INSTALLATION 4. PRE-OPERATION CHECKS ... 5. STARTING THE ENGINE ... 6. OPEf=jATlON ... 7. STOPPING THE ENGINE ... 8. MAINTENANCE 9. TRANSPORTING/STORAGE 10. TROUBLESHOOTING 11. SPECIFICATIONS 12. WIRING DIAGRAM 13. OPTIONAL PARTS ... 14.

  • Page 5: Safety

    SAFETY LABEL LOCATIONS Read all safety instructions WHEN STORING, TURN HANDLE UP AN0 PLACE MOTOR IN POSITION @I OR igi. before using the outboard motor. AWARNING TO AVOID PERSONAL READ OWNER’S .CHECK OIL LEVEL BEFORE *ANTI-CAVITATION PLATE 1. SAFETY INJURY; MANUAL STARTING.
  • Page 6 AVOID REPEATED OR PROLONGED CONTACT WITH SKIN OR BREATHING OF VAPOR. -DO NOT USE OR STORE NEAR HEAT, SPARKS, OR OPEN FLAME. REMOVE FROM HONDA MOTOR FLAMMABLE MIXTURE. 3.4 U.S.GALLONS 2.9 IMP.GALLONS BELOW BOTTOM OF NECK. BOAT FOR FI:LLING CO., LTD. TOKYO, JAPAN...
  • Page 7 MANUAL power is properly mounted. to operate the outboard if anyone falls overboard. while the boat is near anyone carbon monoxide Never run the outboard area. flammable and is explosive area with flames or sparks where the engine make sure that the fuel tank and securely.

  • Page 8: Component Identification

    2. COMPOMENT ENGINE COVER TILT LEVER ADJUSTING ANTI FUEL FILLER CAP FUEL TANK PRIMER BULB BDlENB~FlCATKVil SHIFT LEVER FUEL LINE CONNECiOR (FEMALE) ,CHOKE KNOB THROTTLE FRICTION KNOB ‘FUEL LINE CONNECTOR (MALE) SPARE OIL (BFSA...
  • Page 9 ENGINE STOP BUTTON ENGINE STOP BUTTON THROTTLE GRIP THROTTLE GRIP STARTER GRIP STARTER GRIP OIL PRESSURE INDICATO OIL PRESSURE INDICATOR LAMP LAMP STERN BRACKE STERN BRACKE GEAR OIL LEVEL BOLT GEAR OIL LEVEL BOLT GEAR OIL DRAIN BOLT GEAR OIL DRAIN BOLT SPARK PLUG SPARK PLUG OIL FILLER CAP...

  • Page 10: Installation

    15 in. The long shaft motor requires a transom height of about 20 in. Once the boat is in the water and loaded, check proper motor depth by looking at the anti-cavitation motor not running, the plate should be about 100 mm (4 in.) below the...
  • Page 11 Tie a rope through stern bracket and secure the other end of the rope to the boat. This will prevent accidental motor. 4. Motor Angle (cruising) Adjust the motor so the axis of the...

  • Page 12: Pre-Operation Checks

    4. PRE-OPERATIION 1. Check the engine oil level. CAUTION: Engine oil is a major factor life. Nondetergent they have inadequate Running engine damage. Honda 4-stroke equivalent high detergent, quality motor oil certified to meet or exceed U.S. automobile turers requirements Classification SF CC/CD Motor oils classified SF CC/CD or SG...
  • Page 13 2. Fuel Level Check the fuel gauge and refill the tank if the fuel level is low. NOTE: Open the vent knob before removing the fuel filler cap. When the vent knob is firmly closed, the cap will be difficult Your engine is designed tane number (y...
  • Page 14 Refuel in a well-ventilated or allow flames or sparks where gasoline is stored. Do not overfill the tank (there should refueling, make sure the tank cap is closed Be careful not to spill fuel when ignite. If any fuel is spilled, engine.

  • Page 15: Starting The Engine

    Fuel Line Connection CAUTION: To prevent run the engine with the propeller 1. Connect the fuel line to the tank and outboard motor, as shown. Be sure the connectors are securely latched. NOTE: Position the fuel tank so the tank fuel line connector meter (3.3 ft) below the motor fuel line connector.
  • Page 16 Starting Exhaust contains can cause loss of consciousness engine in an enclosed CAUTION: Damage to the water system may occur if the motor is operated water. 1. Put the shift lever in 2. In temperatures below 20°C (68OF), pull the choke knob out. poisonous carbon and may lead to death.
  • Page 17 3. Pull the starter rope slowly until resistance is felt, then pull briskly. CAUTION: Do not allow the starter gently by hand to prevent Do not pull the starter damage the starter. 4. The oil pressure indicator lamp should be on while the engine is running. If the lamp goes off, stop the engine immediately, level and inspect the engine for oil leaks.
  • Page 18 5. After starting, be sure water is flowing out of the water check hole. CAUTION: If water does not flow engine. Check to see if the cooling the engine until the problem INTAKE OBSTRUCTED 6. If the choke was used, push it in gradually as the engine warms up: Exhaust contains poisonous...
  • 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. Wind the spare rope clockwise start the engine. CAUTION: Keep clear of moving 3.

  • Page 20: Opef=Jatlon

    6. OPERATION CAUTION: For the first low speed, and avoid abrupt 1. Gear Shifting The engine has 3 gears: FORWARD, NEUTRAL, and REVERSE. An in- dicator at the base of the gear shift lever aligns with the letter F, N, qr R on the engine case to show the gear that has been selected.
  • Page 21 2. Steering To turn to the right, swing the steering handle to the left. To turn to the left, swing the handle to the right. For smooth steering, adjust the steering friction bolt so that a slight drag is felt when turning. STEERING FRICTION BOLT...
  • Page 22 To free the throttle for manual speed control, friction knob counterclockwise. NOTE: For best performance, sengers and equipment distributed evenly to balance boat. TODECREASE FRICTION throttle grip friction knob SHIFT-LEVER grip turn the pas- should...
  • Page 23 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 put the shift lever into NEUTRAL. 2. Raise the engine to either the 30”, 45”, or 70’ tilt position.
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  • Page 25 5. Battery Charging and Lighting The DC receptacle provides and lighting. The circuit is protected removing the engine cover. An electrical plug for the DC receptacle is supplied with your motor. Wire your charging or lighting cord to this plug. Batteries produce cigarettes...

  • Page 26: Stopping The Engine

    7. STOPPING THE ENGONE 1. Turn the throttle grip to slow and move the shift lever to NEUTRAL. THRO+TLE GRIP 2. Push the stop button until the engine stops running. High altitude operation At high altitude, the standard carburetor air-fuel mixture will be excessive- ly rich.

  • Page 27: Maintenance

    Periodic maintenance the best operating condition. Shut off the engine engine must be run, make sure the area is well ventilated. engine in an enclosed monoxide gas; exposure death. CAUTION: If the engine must be run, make sure there is water above the anti-cavitation receive...
  • Page 28 Tool Kit and Spare Parts The following tools and spare parts are supplied with the outboard motor for maintenance, .adjustment, The tool kit and oil bottle are located in a compartment Spare shear pins and cotter pins are located inside the engine compart- ment above the stern bracket.
  • Page 29 Engine Oil Change Drain the oil while the engine is still warm to assure rapid and complete draining. 1. Remove the engine cover. Remove the drain bolt and filler cap, and drain the oil. Reinstall the drain bolt. 2. Fill the crankcase with the recommended the oil level with the dipstick resting on the filler opening (do not screw in).
  • Page 30 Gear Oil Check/Change Oil level check Check the oil level when the engine is in the vertical position. Remove the level bolt and see if oil flows out. If no oil comes out, fill through the drain bolt hole until the oil starts to flow out through the level bolt hole. If there is water in the oil, the water will flow out first when the drain bolt is removed, or the oil will be a milky color.
  • Page 31 Spark Plug Service Recommended spark plug: BPR5ES (NGK); WlGEPR-U Remove the engine cover. Remove the spark plug cap. Use the wrench supplied in the tool kit to remove the spark plug. Visually inspect the spark plug. Discard it if the insulator is cracked or chipped.
  • Page 32 Cleaning and Flushing After each use in salt water or dirty water, thoroughly outboard motor. (With Water Hose Joint) 1. Wash the outside of the outboard motor with clean, fresh water. 2. Remove the flush bolt. 3. Flush the cooling system, using the water hose joint. Attach a hose -from water faucet to the hose joint.
  • Page 33 Lubrication Wilje the outside of the engine with a cloth dipped in oil. Apply marine anti- corrosion grease to the following NOTE: Apply anti-corrosion penetrate. THROTTLE CABLE AND PIVOT SHIFT SHAFT AND PIVOT HANDLE PIVOT areas: oil to pivot surfaces where grease cannot PROPELLER SHAFT ENGINE COVER LOCK LEVER...
  • Page 34 Shear Pin Change A shear pin is used to protect the propeller and drive mechanism damage when the propeller strikes an obstruction. 1. Remove the cotter pin, the propeller cap, and the propeller. 2. Remove the broken shear pin and replace it with a new one. 3.
  • Page 35 Servicing a Submerged A submerged motor must be serviced immediately from the water in order to minimize corrosion. If there is a Honda outboard motor dealership nearby, take. the motor im- mediately to the dealer. If you are far from a dealership, follows: 1.
  • Page 36 Fuel Filter Replacement The fuel filter is located between the fuel pump and the carburetor. or sediment accumulated starting. To prevent engine malfunction, ((SERVICE PERIOD)) Every 200 operating hours or every one year. Gasoline is flammable smoke or allow flames fuel.
  • Page 37 4. Remove the clamps used to close the fuel tubes. Connect the fuel tank line to the motor. Turn the fuel tank vent knob to the ON position, pump the primer bulb, and check for leaks. NOTE: If you find excessive water-or sediment accumulated in the fuel...

  • Page 38: Transporting/Storage

    1. Disconnect the fuel line and install the cap on the engine fuel inlet. Firm- ly close,the fuel cap vent knob. IFUEL LINE CONNECTOR 2. Loosen the carburetor container. After draining, ,retighten the drain screw. Be careful not to spill fuel. fuel is spilled, make sure the area is dry before storing motor.
  • Page 39 3. To carry, hold the motor by the carrying handle, or hold by the carrying handle and engine cover lock lever as shown here. Do not carry by the engine cover. 4. Transport and store the motor either vertically or horizontally, below, with the steering handle raised.

  • Page 40: Troubleshooting

    Engine Will Not Start: 1. Is the shift lever in neutral? 2. Is there fuel in the fuel tank? 3. Is the fuel cap knob turned to ON? 4. Is the fuel system primed by squeezing the primer bulb? 5. Is fuel reaching the carburetor? Loosen the carburetor float bowl.

  • Page 41: Specifications

    MODEL Description Code OUtDUt Recommended full throttle range Engine type Displacement Valve tappet clearance Spark plug Rap Starter system Ignition system Lubrication system Specified Oil capacity Cooling system Exhaust system Spark plug ’ Fuel Tank capacity Steering equipment Tilt angle Angle of rotation Dimensions,...

  • Page 42: Wiring Diagram

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  • Page 43: Optional Parts

    GEAR OIL REMOTE CONTROL BRACKET POWER PROPELLER FOR HEAVY LOAD Number of blades-diameter 3-200x170mm(7-25/32x6-11/16in) 13. OPTIONAL CHARGING AND LIGHTING ENGINE COVER x pitch PARTS...

  • Page 44: Warranty

    14. WARRANTY Owner Satisfaction Your satisfaction and goodwill Honda warranty details are explained in the Distributor’s ty. Normally, any problems concerning the product will be handled by your dealer’s service department. been handled to your satisfaction, action: Discuss your problem with a member of dealership management. complaints can be quickly already been reviewed with the Service Manager, contact the owner of...
  • Page 45 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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