Important manual information not follow these instructions, not only may the To the owner product break down, but the warrantywill also Thank you for choosing a Shunfeng outboard be voided. motor. This Owner’s Manual contains infor- mation needed for proper operation, mainte- nance and care.
General information Safety information This product emits exhaust gases which Before mounting or operating the outboard contain carbon monoxide, a colorless, motor, read this entire manual. Reading it odorless gas which may cause brain dam- should give you an understanding of the age or death when inhaled.
General information used to replace or replenish oil. For the cor- when starting or during operation. rect processing of empty containers, con- Keep hands, hair, and clothes away from sult the dealer where you purchased the oil. flywheel and other rotating parts while When replacing oils used to lubricate the engine is running.
General information Fueling instructions Engine oil Recommended engine oil: WARNING 2-stroke GENUINE ENGINE OIL GASOLINE AND ITS VAPORS ARE HIGH- LY FLAMMABLE AND EXPLOSIVE! recommended engine oil(TCW3) Do not smoke when refueling, and keep away from sparks, flames, or other Fuel mix ratio: sources of ignition.
General information Pr opeller selection The performance of your outboard motor will be critically affected by your choice of propel- ler, as an incorrect choice could adversely af- fect performance and could also seriously damage the motor. Engine speed depends on the propeller size and boat load.
Basic components Fuel tank cap When constant speed is desired, tighten the This cap seals the fuel tank. When removed, adjuster to maintain the desired throttle set- the tank can be filled with fuel. To remove the ting. cap, turn it counterclockwise. Air vent screw Gear shift lever This screw is on the fuel tank cap.
Basic components Engine stop lanyard switch The stop switch lock must be attached to the NOTE: engine stop switch for the engine to run. The The engine cannot be started with the stop hook should be attached to a secure place switch lock removed.
Basic components To decrease resistance, turn the adjuster Manual starter handle counterclockwise. To start the engine, first gently pull the handle out until resistance is felt. From that position, then pull the handle straight out quickly to crank the engine. WARNING Do not overtighten the friction adjuster.
Basic components Tilt support lever To keep the outboard motor in the tilted up po- sition, lock the tilt support lever to the clamp bracket. Engine oil warning lamp Oil pressure is required to lubricate internal engine parts. When the warning lamp (Red) is off, it indicates that oil pressure is present.
Operation Installation WARNING Improper mounting of the outboard motor CAUTION: could result in hazardous conditions such Incorrect engine height or obstructions to as poor handling, loss of control, or fire smooth water flow (such as the design or hazards. Observe the following: condition of the boat, or accessories such For permanently mounted models, your as transom ladders or depth finder trans-...
Operation tends to occur, thus reducing the propulsion; WARNING and if the propeller tips cut the air, the engine Loose clamp screws could allow the out- speed will rise abnormally and cause the en- board motor to fall off or move on the tran- gine to overheat.
Operation Breaking in engine Fuel Your new engine requires a period of break-in Check to be sure you have plenty of fuel for to allow mating surfaces of moving parts to your trip. wear in evenly. Correct break-in will help en- Make sure there are no fuel leaks or gaso- sure proper performance and longer engine line fumes.
Operation When the air vent screw is loosened, Filling fuel for built-in tank gasoline vapor will be released. Gaso- line is highly flammable, and its vapors WARNING are flammable and explosive. Refrain Gasoline and its vapors are highly flam- from smoking, and keep away from mable and explosive.
Operation Starting engine Manual start models Place the gear shift lever in neutral. WARNING Always start the engine in neutral to avoid accidentally moving the boat. Attach the fuel connector to the engine co- nnector. The arrow mark on the primer bulb should be facing the engine.
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Operation NOTE: When restarting a warm engine, place the choke knob in the “ ” (run) position. If the choke knob is left in the “ ” (start) position while the engine is running, the en- gine will run poorly or stall. Pull the manual starter handle slowly until you feel resistance.
Operation Shifting Warming up engine Manual start models WARNING After starting the engine, return the choke Before shifting, make sure there are no knob to the halfway position. For approx- swimmers or obstacles in the water near imately the first 5 minutes after starting, you.
Operation WARNING Disconnect the fuel line if you are using an external fuel tank. When operating in reverse, go slowly. Do not open the throttle more than half. Other- NOTE: wise the boat could become unstable, If the outboard motor is equipped with an en- which could result in loss of control and gine stop switch lanyard, the engine can also an accident.
Operation Adjusting boat trim When the boat is on plane, a bow-up attitude results in less drag, greater stability and effi- ciency. This is generally when the keel line of the boat is up about 3 to 5 degrees. With the bow up, the boat may have a greater tenden- cy to steer to one side or the other.
Operation Bow Down WARNING Too much trim-in causes the boat to “plow” Be sure all people are clear of the out- through the water, decreasing fuel economy board motor when tilting up and down, and making it hard to increase speed. Operat- also be careful not to pinch any body parts ing with excessive trim-in at higher speeds between the drive unit and engine bracket.
Operation 2. Tighten the air vent screw. On models equipped with a fuel joint, disconnect the fuel line from the outboard motor. 3. Close the fuel cock. 5. The springloadedtilt locklever will eng- age automatically and look the outboard in full up position. Procedure for tilting down Slightly tilt the outboard motor up.
Maintenance Transporting and storing Clamp screw mounting models When transporting or toring the outboard outboard motor motor while removed from a boat, keep the outboard motor in the attitude shown. WARNING Leaking fuel is a fire hazard. When trans- porting and storing the outboard motor, close the air vent screw and fuel cock to prevent fuel from leaking.
Maintenance Procedure Just prior to turning off the engine, quickly spray “Fogging Oil” into each carburetor. Flushing in a test tank When properly done, the engine will CAUTION: smoke excessively and almost stall. Do not run the engine without supplying it 7.
Replacement parts If replacement parts are necessary, use only genuine Shunfeng parts or parts of the same type and of equivalent strength and materials. Any part of inferior quality may malfunction, and the resulting loss of control could endan- ger the operator and passengers.
When operating in salt water, turbid or muddy water, the engine should be flushed with clean water after each use. The “ ” symbol indicates the check-ups which you may carry out yourself. The “ ” symbol indicates work to be carried out by your Shunfeng dealer. Initial Every Item Actions...
Do not attempt to di- agnose any problems yourself. Instead, take the outboard motor to a Shunfeng dealer.You should periodically remove and inspect the spark plug because heat and deposits will cause the spark plug to slowly break down and erode.
Improper repairs can make the outboard unsafe to operate. Check the fuel lines for leaks, crack, or mal- function.If a problem is found, your Shunfeng dealer or other qualified mechanic should re- pair it immediately. 1. Spark plug gap 2.
Do not use your hand to hold the propel- adjustment,consult a Shunfeng dealer or other ler when loosening or tightening the qualified mechanic. propeller nut. Put a wood block between...
Maintenance Removing the propeller Install the washer. Tighten the propeller Spline models nut until there is no forward-and-backw- 1. Straighten the split pin and pull it out us- ard movement. ing a pair of pliers. Align the propeller nut with the propeller Remove the propeller nut and washer.
Remove the oil level plug to allow the oil screw. to drain completely. Inspecting and replacing anode(s) Shunfeng outboard motors are protected from CAUTION: corrosion by sacrificial anodes. Inspect the Inspect the used oil after it has been external anodes periodically. Remove scales drained.
Trouble Recovery Troubleshooting Q. Are ignition parts faulty? A problem in the fuel, compression, or ignition A. Have serviced by a yours dealer. systems can cause poor starting, loss of pow- er, or other problems. This section describes Q. Is engine stop switch lanyard not at- basic checks and possible remedies.
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Trouble Recovery Q. Is engine oil contaminated or deteriorated? Q. Is specified engine oil not being used? A. Replace oil with fresh, specified type. A. Check and replace oil as specified. Q. Is oil filter clogged? Q. Is thermostat faulty or clogged? A.
Trouble Recovery Q. Is fuel joint connection incorrect? A. Remove foreign matter and clean lower unit. A. Connect correctly. Q. Is fuel system obstructed? Q. Is heat range of spark plug incorrect? A. Check for pinched or kinked fuel line or oth- A.
Trouble Recovery Avoid accidentally pulling the lanyard during normal operation. Loss of engine power means the loss of most steering control. Also, without engine power, the boat could slow rapidly. This could cause people and objects in the boat to be thrown forward.
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Trouble Recovery 2. Shift outboard to neutral position. 5. Place the starte rope knot into the starte cup notch and wind the rope clockwise around the cup. 6. Pull the rope slowly until resistance is felt. 7. Give a strong pull straight out to crank and start the engine.
Trouble Recovery Treatment of submerged motor If the outboard motor is submerged, immedi- ately take it to a yours dealer. Otherwise some corrosion may begin almost immediate- If you cannot immediately take the outboard motor to a yours dealer, follow the proce- dure below in order to minimize engine dam- age.
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