Forward And Reverse - TOHATSU MD 30B2 Owner's Manual

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ENGINE OPERATION
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1. Idle port
2. Cooling water check port 75, 90, 115
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CAUTION
Be sure to stop engine immediately if cool-
ing water check port is not discharging
water, and check if cooling water intake is
blocked. Operating engine could lead to
overheating potentially leading to engine
damage. Consult an authorized dealer if
the cause cannot be found.
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Engine speeds
Proper idle speed after warm-up opera-
tion.
Clutch in (In gear)
700 rpm
700/800/900 rpm
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CAUTION
Do not shift to "F" or "R" until turning into
proper idle speed.
Do not exceed the full-throttle engine
speed.
Wide-open throttle rpm range
5150—5850 rpm
2
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Clutch off (Out of gear)
700 rpm
700/800/900 rpm
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3. Forward and reverse

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WARNING
Before shifting into forward or reverse,
make sure that boat is properly moored
and outboard motor can be steered fully to
the right and left. Make sure that no swim-
mer(s) is ahead or astern of the boat.
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WARNING
 Attach other end of emergency stop
switch tether to the operator's clothing
or arm and keep it attached during
cruising.
 Do not attach the tether to a part of
clothing that can be torn easily when
pulled.
 Arrange the tether so that will not be
caught by any object when pulled.
 Be careful not to pull the tether acciden-
tally during cruising. Unintentional stop
of engine can cause loss of control of
outboard motor. Rapid loss of engine
power can lead to falling down or caus-
ing passenger(s) to be thrown over
board.
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WARNING
Be sure to connect the emergency tethered
stop hook to your waist or clothing.
The engine will shut down when the switch
lock becomes disconnected from the
engine.
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Note
Do not increase engine speed unnecessarily
in reverse.