Daily Inspection - TOHATSU M4C Owner's Manual

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1. Daily Inspection

Perform the following checks before and
after use.
Item
• Check the amount of fuel in the tank.
Fuel System • Check for debris or water in the fuel filters.
• Check the rubber hoses for fuel leakage.
• Check that the stop switch functions normally and make sure
the lock plate is there.
Electrical
Equipment
• Check cords for loose connections and damage.
• Check the spark plugs for dirt, wear and carbon build-up.
• Check that the carburetor choke valve functions normally.
Throttle
• Check carburetor linkage is working normally when turning the
System
throttle grip.
• Check the rope for wear and chafing.
Recoil Starter
• Check the ratchet engagement.
• Check that clutch engages correctly when operating the shift
Clutch and
lever.
Propeller
• Visually Check propeller for bent or damaged blades.
System
• Check the propeller nut is tightened and the split pin is present.
• Check all the bolts attaching the motor to the boat.
Installation of
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.
• Check that there are tools and spare parts for replacing spark
Tools and
plugs, the propeller, etc.
Spares
• Check that you have the spare rope.
Steering • Check the operation of the steering handle.
Devices
• Check if the anode is securely installed.
Other parts
• Check the anode for corrosion and deformation.
*1 Have this handled by your dealer.
INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE
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Do not use outboard motor if any abnor-
mality is found during pre-operation check
or it could result in severe damage to the
motor or severe personal injury.
Points to Check
WARNING
Remedy
Replenish
Clean or replace
Replace *1
Remedy or replace *1
Correct or replace *1
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Correct *1
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Adjust *1
Replace
Tighten
Repair *1
Repair *1
Repair if necessary
Replace
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