Preoperation Checks; Fuel; Oil; Controls - Outboards Group 60A Owner's Manual

Operation
cool.
4. Third through tenth hours:
Avoid operating at full throttle for more
than 5 minutes at a time. Let the engine
cool between full-throttle runs. Vary en-
gine speed occasionally.
5. After the first 10 hours:
Operate the engine normally. Use the
standard premix ratio of gasoline and oil.
For details on mixing fuel and oil, see
page 21.

Preoperation checks

WARNING
If any item in the preoperation check is
not working properly, have it inspected
and repaired before operating the out-
board motor. Otherwise an accident
could occur.
CAUTION:
Do not start the engine out of water. Over-
heating and serious engine damage can
occur.

Fuel

Check to be sure you have plenty of fuel

for your trip.
Make sure there are no fuel leaks or gaso-

line fumes.
Check fuel line connections to be sure they

are tight (if equipped Outboards fuel tank or
boat tank).
Be sure the fuel tank is positioned on a se-

cure, flat surface, and that the fuel line is
not twisted or flattened, or likely to contact
sharp objects (if equipped Outboards fuel
tank or boat tank).
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Oil

Check to be sure you have plenty of oil for

your trip.

Controls

Check throttle, shift, and steering for prop-

er operation before starting the engine.
The controls should work smoothly, with-

out binding or unusual free play.
Look for loose or damaged connections.

Check operation of the starter and stop

switches when the outboard motor is in the
water.

Engine

Check the engine and engine mounting.

Look for loose or damaged fasteners.

Check the propeller for damage.


Filling fuel and engine oil

Filling fuel for portable tank

WARNING
Gasoline and its vapors are highly flam-
mable and explosive. Keep away from
sparks, cigarettes, flames, or other
sources of ignition.
1. Remove the fuel tank cap.
2. Fill the fuel tank carefully.
3. Close the cap securely after refueling.
Wipe up any spilled fuel.
Fuel tank capacity (if equipped Outboards
fuel tank):
24 L (6.34 US gal) (5.28 Imp.gal),
25 L (6.60 US gal) (5.50 Imp.gal)