Honda BF75A Owner's Manual page 8

SAFETY
Know how to stop the engine
quickly in case of emergency.
Understand the use of all controls.
Do not exceed the boat
manufacturer's power
recommendation, and be sure that
the outboard motor is properly
mounted.
Never permit anyone to operate the
outboard motor without proper
instruction.
Before operating the outboard
motor, familiarize yourself with all
laws and regulations relating to
boating and the use of outboard
motors.
Do not attempt to modify the
outboard motor.
Always wear a life-jacket when on
board.
Do not operate the outboard motor
without the engine cover. Exposed
moving parts can cause injury.
Do not remove any guards, labels,
shields, covers or safety devices;
they are installed for your safety.
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Stop the engine immediately if
anyone falls overboard.
Do not run the motor while the
boat is near anyone in the water.
Attach the emergency stop switch
lanyard securely to the operator.
The engine and exhaust system
become very hot during operation
and remain hot for a while after
stopping. Contact with hot engine
components can cause burns and may
ignite some materials.
Avoid touching a hot engine or
exhaust system.
Allow the engine to cool before
performing maintenance or
transporting.
Carbon Monoxide Poisoning
Hazard
Exhaust contains poisonous carbon
monoxide, a colorless and odorless
gas. Breathing exhaust can cause loss
of consciousness and may lead to
death.
If you run the engine in an area
that is confined, or even partially
enclosed, the air can become
contaminated with a dangerous
amount of exhaust gas. To keep
exhaust gas from building up,
provide adequate ventilation.