Operation; (,)Break.tn - TOHATSU 2.5 Owner's Manual

5. OPERATION
(1) Break-IN
The purpose of break-in the engine is to ensure the initial smooth operation
of the moving and sliding parts (cylinder, piston, gears, bearings. etc.) so as
to protect them from irregular abrasion.
Note:
Break-in period: 5 hours
Fuel (Mixing ratio): Gasoline 25 : Genuine or recommended Z-stroke
engine oil 1
Gasoline 20 : Other types of Z-stroke engine oil 1
Operate the outboard during the break-in period according to the table below:
Time 0 min. -
1 iOmin.- 1 3hrs.- 1
5 hrs. -
I
Throttle
@ Cruising @ Approx.
@ Approx. @Available to
position & at 500 - 4,000 rpm operate at
Engine minimum 3,500 rpm wide open
speed speed throttle.
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CAUTION
(1) During the break-in period, never run the engine continuously at
high speed.
(2) After running-in is completed, select the correct propeller so that
the engine speed is the recommended range at the wide-open
throttle.