Daily Inspection - TOHATSU EVERRUN MX 40D2 Owner's Manual

1. Daily inspection

Perform the following checks and inspec-
tion before and after use.
Item
• Check the amount of fuel in the tank.
Fuel System
• Check for dust or water in the fuel filter.
• Check rubber pipes for oil leakage.
Lubrication
• Check the amount of engine oil in the oil tank.
System • Check for dust or water in the oil filters.
• Check the spark plugs for dirt, wear and carbon built-up. Spark
plugs : NGK B-8HS-10/NGK BR-8HS-10
• Check if the main switch functions normally.
• Check if the battery electrolyte level and specific gravity are
Electrical
nomal.
Equipment
• Check for loose connections on battery terminal.
• Check if the emergency stop switch functions normally and
make sure the lock plate is present.
• Check cords for loose connections and damage.
• Check if the choke solenoid and valve for the carburetor works
normally.
Throttle System
• Check if the carburetor and magneto work normally when
turning the throttle grip, and also check links for looseness.
• Check ropes for wear and damage.
Recoil Starter
• Check the ratchet for engagement.
Clutch and
• Check the propeler for bent or damaged blades.
Propeller System • Check if the propeller nut is tightened ant the split pin is present.
Installation of
• Check all the motor installation bolts with the boat.
Motor • Check the thrust rod installation.
• Check that cooling water is discharged from the cooling water
Cooling Water
check port after the engine has started.
• To be ready tools and spare parts for replacing spark plugs,
Tools and
propeller, etc.
Spares
• Check if the spare rope is provided.
Steering
• Check working of steering handle and remote control.
Devices
• Check if the anode and trim tab are securely installed.
Other Parts
• Check the anode and trim tab for corrosion and deformation.
INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE
Do not use outboard motor on which any
abnormality is found during pre-operation
check, or it could go into trouble during
cruising potentially leading to accident.
Points to Check
WARNING
Action
Replenish
Clean
Replace
Replenish
Clean
Clean or replace
Remedy or replace
Replenish or recharge
Retighten
Remedy or replace
Correct or replace
Replace
Correct
Replace
Correct or replace
Replace
Tighten
Tighten
Repair if necessary
Replace
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