PowerTec 40Hp Owner's Manual page 66

Maitenance
. Is fuel joint connection incorrect?
A. Connect correctly.
Q. Is heat range of spark plug incorrect?
A. Inspect spark plug and replace it with
rec-
ommended type.
Q. Is high pressure fuel pump drive belt
bro-
ken?
A. Have serviced by a PowertecOutBoards
dealer.
Q. Is engine not responding properly to
shift
lever position?
A. Have serviced by a PowertecOutBoards
dealer.
Engine vibrates excessively.
Q. Is propeller damaged?
A. Have propeller repaired or replaced.
Q. Is propeller shaft damaged?
A. Have serviced by a PowertecOutBoards
dealer.
Q. Are weeds or other foreign matter
tangled on propeller?
A. Remove and clean propeller.
Q. Is motor mounting bolt loose?
A. Tighten bolt.
Q. Is steering pivot loose or damaged?
A. Tighten or have serviced by a Powerte-
cOutBoards
dealer.
Temporary action in
emergency
Impact damage
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WARNING
The outboard motor can be seriously
damaged by a collision while operating or
trailering. Damage could make the out-
board motor unsafe to operate.
If the outboard motor hits an object in the
wa-
ter, follow the procedure below.
Stop the engine immediately.
Inspect the control system and all com-
ponents for damage. Also inspect the
boat for damage.
Whether damage is found or not, return
to the nearest harbor slowly and careful-
ly.
Have a PowertecOutBoards dealer inspect
the out-
board motor before operating it again.
Replacing fuse
If the fuse has blown on an electric start
model, open the fuse holder and replace
the
fuse with a new one of the proper amper-
age.
WARNING
Be sure to use the specified fuse. An in-
correct fuse or a piece of wire could allow
excessive current flow. This could cause
electric system damage and a fire hazard.