TOHATSU MD 40B2 Owner's Manual page 75

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CAUTION
When washing the outboard motor, be care-
ful not to spray the water inside of the top
cowl, especially electrical components.
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Note
It is recommended to check chemical
properties of water on which your out-
board motor is regularly used.
If outboard motor is used in salt water,
brackish water or water with a high
acidic level, use fresh water to remove
salt, chemicals or mud. And flush cooling
water passage after every cruising or
before storing outboard motor for long
time. Before flushing, remove the pro-
peller and the forward thrust holder.
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Flushing attachment (gear case)
30, 40, 50
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CAUTION
To prevent the engine from starting when
you are near the propeller, remove the stop
switch lock.
1. Tilt down the outboard motor.
2. Remove the water plug from the gear
case, and scre w in the flushing
attachment.
3. Attach the flushing attachment and
connect a water hose. Turn on the
water and adjust the flow (Be sure to
seal the water inlet and sub water
inlet, located in the gear case with
tape)
INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE
4. Put the shift lever in the neutral
position and start the engine. Con-
tinue flushing the outboard motor
for 3 to 5 minutes at idling.
5. Stop the engine and water supply.
Remove the flushing attachment and
tape.
30, 40, 50
1
1. Flushing attachment
75, 90, 115.
1. Flushing attachment
75
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1
10
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