Page 1 32ZZ4641.book 1 ページ２０１８年１１月１９日　月曜日　午後１時２２分 Thank you for purchasing a Honda Throughout this manual, you will see If a problem should arise, or if you Outboard Motor. safety messages proceeded by the have any questions about the following words and symbols. Here’s...
Page 2 32ZZ4641.book 2 ページ２０１８年８月３日　金曜日　午前９時４４分 This Owner’s Manual is using the STARTER MOTOR LEFT STERN BRACKET following type names when it describes the operations special to a type. Tiller handle type: H type Remote control type: R type Gas-assisted tilt type: G type Power trim/tilt type: T type The remote control type is classified into the following three categories...
Page 3 TRL (Trolling) Control Switch Note that the types of the outboard motor differ according to the countries where they are sold. TYPE CODE Example BF40D is provided with the • According to Shaft Length following types according to the S: Short Shaft...
Page 4 32ZZ4641.book 4 ページ２０１８年８月３日　金曜日　午前９時４４分 Model BF50D Type SRTU LHD LHTD LRD LRTU LRTL YHD YHTD YRTD XHD XRTD XRTL SRTZ LRTZ LRTD Shaft Length (Transom Height)      Tiller Handle      (SIDE-MOUNT REMOTE CONTROL) Remote Control (PANEL-MOUNT/TOP-MOUNT REMOTE CONTROL) ...
Page 5: Table Of Contents
32ZZ4641.book 5 ページ２０１８年８月３日　金曜日　午前９時４４分 CONTENTS 1. SAFETY ...................8 Common Tilt Lock Lever ..............38 SAFETY INFORMATION ............8 Oil Pressure Indicator/Buzzer ..........39 2. SAFETY LABEL LOCATIONS ............11 Overheat Indicator/Buzzer ............. 40 CE mark location [U and Z types only] ........13 ACG Indicator/Buzzer ............
Page 6 32ZZ4641.book 6 ページ２０１８年８月３日　金曜日　午前９時４４分 CONTENTS Engine Oil ...................61 Power Tilt Switch (T type) ............110 Fuel ....................63 Trim Tab Adjustment ............... 111 GASOLINE CONTAINING ALCOHOL ......64 Engine Protection System ............112 Propeller and Cotter Pin Inspection ..........65 <Engine Oil Pressure, Overheat, PGM-FI and Tiller Handle Height/Angle Adjustment (H type) ......66 ACG Warning Systems>...
Page 7 Vapor Separator Draining ............151 Engine Oil .................152 Battery Storage ................153 Outboard Motor Position ............154 14. DISPOSAL .................155 15. TROUBLESHOOTING .............156 16. SPECIFICATIONS ..............157 17. MAJOR Honda DISTRIBUTOR ADDRESSES ......163 18. ‘‘EC DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY’’ CONTENT OUTLINE ............166 19. INDEX ..................171...
Page 8: Safety
If any fuel is spilled make sure that the area is dry before starting the engine. • Honda outboard motor is designed to give safe and • Gasoline is harmful or fatal if dependable service if operated swallowed.
Page 9 32ZZ4641.book 9 ページ２０１８年８月３日　金曜日　午前９時４４分 SAFETY • Know how to stop the engine • Always wear a life-jacket when on quickly in case of emergency. board. Understand the use of all controls. • Do not operate the outboard motor • Do not exceed the boat without the engine cover.
Page 10 32ZZ4641.book 10 ページ２０１８年８月３日　金曜日　午前９時４４分 SAFETY Fire and Burn Hazards The engine and exhaust system Carbon Monoxide Poisoning Gasoline is extremely flammable, and become very hot during operation and Hazard gasoline vapor can explode. Use remain hot for a while after stopping. Exhaust contains poisonous carbon extreme care when handling gasoline.
Page 11: Safety Label Locations
32ZZ4641.book 11 ページ２０１８年８月３日　金曜日　午前９時４４分 2. SAFETY LABEL LOCATIONS [Equipped type] These labels are in the locations shown. They warn you of potential hazards that can cause serious injury. Read the labels and safety notes and precautions described in this manual carefully. If a label comes off or becomes hard to read, contact your outboard motor dealer for a replacement.
Page 12 32ZZ4641.book 12 ページ２０１８年８月３日　金曜日　午前９時４４分 SAFETY LABEL LOCATIONS FUEL TANK (equipped type) FUEL CAUTION FUEL CAUTION...
Page 13: Ce Mark Location [U And Z Types Only]
32ZZ4641.book 13 ページ２０１８年８月３日　金曜日　午前９時４４分 SAFETY LABEL LOCATIONS CE mark location [U and Z types only] CE MARK (1) Model Name (2) Engine family name (10) (3) Year code (4) Rated power (5) Dry mass (weight) (with propeller, without battery cable) (6) Country of manufacture (7) Frame number (8) Manufacture and address...
Page 14: Component Identification
32ZZ4641.book 14 ページ２０１８年８月３日　金曜日　午前９時４４分 3. COMPONENT IDENTIFICATION [H (Tiller Handle) type] SPARK PLUG FLUSH PORT CONNECTOR ENGINE OIL FILLER CAP (inside the cover) ENGINE COVER FIXING LEVER ENGINE COVER (front) OIL LEVEL POWER TILT DIPSTICK SWITCH (T type) ENGINE COVER FIXING LEVER TILLER HANDLE (rear)
Page 15 32ZZ4641.book 15 ページ２０１８年８月３日　金曜日　午前９時４４分 COMPONENT IDENTIFICATION TILLER HANDLE SHIFT LEVER INDICATORS (Oil pressure, Overheat, ACG, PGM-FI) THROTTLE FRICTION EMERGENCY STOP SWITCH ADJUSTER EMERGENCY STOP SWITCH LANYARD THROTTLE GRIP POWER TRIM/TILT SWITCH (T type) EMERGENCY STOP ENGINE SWITCH SWITCH CLIP STEERING FRICTION SPARE EMERGENCY STOP SWITCH CLIP ADJUSTER ENGINE SWITCH KEY...
Page 16 32ZZ4641.book 16 ページ２０１８年８月３日　金曜日　午前９時４４分 COMPONENT IDENTIFICATION [R (Remote Control) type] SPARK PLUG FLUSH PORT CONNECTOR ENGINE OIL FILLER CAP (inside the cover) ENGINE COVER FIXING LEVER ENGINE COVER (front) OIL LEVEL POWER TILT DIPSTICK SWITCH (T type) ENGINE COVER FIXING LEVER FUEL LINE (rear) TILT LOCK...
Page 17 32ZZ4641.book 17 ページ２０１８年８月３日　金曜日　午前９時４４分 COMPONENT IDENTIFICATION REMOTE CONTROL BOX (equipped type or optional equipment) SIDE-MOUNT TYPE (R1 type) REMOTE CONTROL LEVER NEUTRAL RELEASE LEVER POWER TRIM/ TILT SWITCH (T type) TRL (Trolling) CONTROL SWITCH* INDICATORS (Oil pressure, Overheat, ACG, PGM-FI) BUZZER (inside) FAST IDLE LEVER...
Page 18 32ZZ4641.book 18 ページ２０１８年８月３日　金曜日　午前９時４４分 COMPONENT IDENTIFICATION PANEL-MOUNT TYPE (R2 type) TOP-MOUNT TYPE (R3 type) (SINGLE OUTBOARD MOTOR TYPE) REMOTE CONTROL LEVER REMOTE CONTROL LEVER NEUTRAL RELEASE LEVER POWER TRIM/ POWER TRIM/TILT TILT SWITCH SWITCH FAST IDLE BUTTON FAST IDLE BUTTON (DUAL OUTBOARD MOTOR TYPE) REMOTE CONTROL LEVERS POWER TRIM/TILT...
Page 19 32ZZ4641.book 19 ページ２０１８年８月３日　金曜日　午前９時４４分 COMPONENT IDENTIFICATION SWITCH PANEL without indicators type SWITCH PANEL (optional equipment) (optional equipment) (PANEL-MOUNT, TOP-MOUNT) (PANEL-MOUNT, TOP-MOUNT SINGLE) INDICATORS BUZZER (Oil pressure, Overheat, ACG, BUZZER PGM-FI) ENGINE ENGINE SWITCH SWITCH EMERGENCY STOP SWITCH EMERGENCY STOP SWITCH EMERGENCY STOP EMERGENCY STOP SWITCH CLIP EMERGENCY STOP...
Page 20 32ZZ4641.book 20 ページ２０１８年８月３日　金曜日　午前９時４４分 COMPONENT IDENTIFICATION FUEL GAUGE FUEL TANK (equipped type or optional type) FUEL FILLER CAP FUEL TANK TUBE ASSEMBLY FUEL FILLER CAP VENT KNOB FUEL LINE CONNECTOR PRIMING BULB (FEMALE)
Page 21 32ZZ4641.book 21 ページ２０１８年８月３日　金曜日　午前９時４４分 COMPONENT IDENTIFICATION TACHOMETER TRIM METER TRL (Trolling) CONTROL (equipped type or optional equipment) (equipped type or optional equipment) SWITCH PANEL (optional equipment: R type) TRL (Trolling) CONTROL SWITCH...
Page 22: Controls And Features (H Type)
32ZZ4641.book 22 ページ２０１８年８月３日　金曜日　午前９時４４分 4. CONTROLS AND FEATURES (H type) Engine Switch (Ignition Switch) Shift Lever NEUTRAL NEUTRAL FORWARD REVERSE START SHIFT SHIFT LEVER LEVER ENGINE SWITCH (IGNITION SWITCH) FORWARD REVERSE START NEUTRAL NEUTRAL Use the shift lever to run the boat in This tiller handle is equipped with an forward or reverse gear, or to cut off automotive type ignition switch.
Page 23: Throttle Grip
32ZZ4641.book 23 ページ２０１８年８月３日　金曜日　午前９時４４分 CONTROLS AND FEATURES (H type) Throttle Grip Throttle Friction Adjuster THROTTLE INDICATOR THROTTLE FRICTION ADJUSTER RELEASE HOLD FAST SLOW THROTTLE GRIP START THROTTLE GRIP Turn the grip clockwise or The curve on the grip indicates the The throttle friction adjuster adjusts counterclockwise to adjust the engine engine speed.
Page 24: Emergency Stop Switch
32ZZ4641.book 24 ページ２０１８年８月３日　金曜日　午前９時４４分 CONTROLS AND FEATURES (H type) Emergency Stop Switch Emergency Stop Switch Lanyard/ EMERGENCY STOP SWITCH Clip EMERGENCY STOP EMERGENCY STOP SWITCH SWITCH CLIP STOP STOP EMERGENCY EMERGENCY STOP EMERGENCY STOP STOP SWITCH SWITCH CLIP SWITCH LANYARD LANYARD Press the emergency stop switch to The emergency stop switch lanyard is...
Page 25: Steering Friction Adjuster
32ZZ4641.book 25 ページ２０１８年８月３日　金曜日　午前９時４４分 CONTROLS AND FEATURES (H type) Steering Friction Adjuster SPARE EMERGENCY STOP STEERING FRICTION ADJUSTER SWITCH CLIP To increase To decrease The engine does not start unless the friction friction emergency stop switch clip is set on (LOCK) (FREE) the emergency stop switch.
Page 26: Remote Control Lever
32ZZ4641.book 26 ページ２０１８年８月３日　金曜日　午前９時４４分 CONTROLS AND FEATURES (R type) Remote Control Lever (R1 type) REMOTE CONTROL LEVER NEUTRAL NEUTRAL RELEASE LEVER 32° 32° FORWARD REVERSE SHIFT SHIFT FORWARD NEUTRAL MINIMUM MINIMUM REVERSE THROTTLE OPENING THROTTLE OPENING MAXIMUM MAXIMUM REMOTE CONTROL LEVER Shifting gear into forward, reverse, or FORWARD: REVERSE:...
Page 27 32ZZ4641.book 27 ページ２０１８年８月３日　金曜日　午前９時４４分 CONTROLS AND FEATURES (R type) (R2 type) NEUTRAL 35° 35° REMOTE CONTROL LEVER REVERSE FORWARD NEUTRAL RELEASE LEVER SHIFT SHIFT FORWARD MINIMUM THROTTLE OPENING MINIMUM THROTTLE OPENING NEUTRAL MAXIMUM MAXIMUM REVERSE REMOTE CONTROL LEVER Shifting gear into forward, reverse, or FORWARD: REVERSE: Moving the lever to the FORWARD...
Page 28 32ZZ4641.book 28 ページ２０１８年８月３日　金曜日　午前９時４４分 CONTROLS AND FEATURES (R type) (R3 type) (SINGLE TYPE) (DUAL TYPE) FORWARD NEUTRAL REMOTE CONTROL LEVER NEUTRAL 35° 35° FORWARD REVERSE FORWARD SHIFT SHIFT THROTTLE THROTTLE OPENING OPENING NEUTRAL MINIMUM MINIMUM MAXIMUM REVERSE MAXIMUM REVERSE REMOTE CONTROL LEVERS REMOTE CONTROL LEVER Shifting gear into forward, reverse, or FORWARD:...
Page 29: Neutral Release Lever
32ZZ4641.book 29 ページ２０１８年８月３日　金曜日　午前９時４４分 CONTROLS AND FEATURES (R type) Neutral Release Lever Engine Switch (Ignition Switch) (R2, R3 types) START (R1 type) (R1 type) START REMOTE CONTROL LEVER ENGINE SWITCH NEUTRAL RELEASE LEVER START (R2 type) ENGINE SWITCH REMOTE CONTROL LEVER This remote control is equipped with an automotive type ignition switch.
Page 30: Fast Idle Lever (R1 Type)/Fast Idle Button (R2, R3 Types)
The fast idle lever/fast idle button is FORWARD MAXIMUM only needed for starting carbureted REVERSE NEUTRAL FAST IDLE outboard models. The BF40D and BF50D models use programmed fuel injection so, this lever will not be LOWEST needed for starting. Pull up NEUTRAL...
Page 31: Emergency Stop Switch
32ZZ4641.book 31 ページ２０１８年８月３日　金曜日　午前９時４４分 CONTROLS AND FEATURES (R type) <Fast Idle Button> Emergency Stop Switch When using the switch panel without (R3 type) (R1 type) indicators type, pull the emergency stop switch clip out of the emergency NEUTRAL FORWARD stop switch (see page 119). REVERSE Emergency Stop Switch Lanyard/ Clip...
Page 32: Spare Emergency Stop Switch Clip (Optional Equipment)
32ZZ4641.book 32 ページ２０１８年８月３日　金曜日　午前９時４４分 CONTROLS AND FEATURES (R type) The emergency stop switch clip must (R1 type) Spare Emergency Stop Switch Clip be engaged with the emergency stop (optional equipment) EMERGENCY STOP SWITCH switch or the engine will not start. When the emergency stop switch clip becomes disengaged with the emergency stop switch the engine...
Page 33: Trl (Trolling) Control Switch
32ZZ4641.book 33 ページ２０１８年８月３日　金曜日　午前９時４４分 CONTROLS AND FEATURES (R type) TRL (Trolling) Control Switch TROLLING CONTROL SWITCH TROLLING CONTROL SWITCH TRL (Trolling) Control Switch Remote Control Box (Side-mount type) Panel (optional equipment) For TRL (Trolling) control switch The engine speed can be adjusted equipped type.
Page 34: Power Trim/Tilt Switch
32ZZ4641.book 34 ページ２０１８年８月３日　金曜日　午前９時４４分 CONTROLS AND FEATURES (T type) Power Trim/Tilt Switch (H type) (R2 type) POWER TRIM/TILT SWITCH Power Trim REMOTE CONTROL LEVER Press the power trim/tilt switch on the remote control lever to adjust the outboard motor trim angle of – 4° to 12°...
Page 35: Trim Meter
32ZZ4641.book 35 ページ２０１８年８月３日　金曜日　午前９時４４分 CONTROLS AND FEATURES (T type) Trim Meter (DUAL TYPE) (equipped type or optional POWER TRIM/TILT SWITCH equipment) (LEFT) (RIGHT) REMOTE CONTROL LEVER 63° 12° TILT ANGLE 12° – 4° Excessive trim/tilt angle during operation can cause the propeller 0°...
Page 36: Power Tilt Switch
32ZZ4641.book 36 ページ２０１８年８月３日　金曜日　午前９時４４分 CONTROLS AND FEATURES (T type) Power Tilt Switch Manual Relief Valve (outboard motor pan) POWER MANUAL (To hold) (To release) MANUAL RELIEF VALVE If the power trim/tilt switch will not Check that nobody is under the POWER TILT SWITCH tilt the outboard motor, the outboard outboard motor before opening the...
Page 37: Tilt Lever
32ZZ4641.book 37 ページ２０１８年８月３日　金曜日　午前９時４４分 CONTROLS AND FEATURES (G type) Tilt Lever Transom Angle Adjusting Rod FREE FREE LOCK LOCK TILT LEVER Use the tilt lever to temporarily raise the outboard motor when the boat is sailing in the shallows, or mooring or TRANSOM ANGLE ADJUSTING ROD anchoring in the shallows.
Page 38: Tilt Lock Lever
32ZZ4641.book 38 ページ２０１８年８月３日　金曜日　午前９時４４分 CONTROLS AND FEATURES (Common) Tilt Lock Lever FREE LOCK TILT LOCK LEVER Use the tilt lock lever to raise the outboard motor and lock it in the position when the boat is moored or anchored for a long time. Tilt the outboard motor as far as it goes and move the lock lever in the locking direction.
Page 39: Oil Pressure Indicator/Buzzer
32ZZ4641.book 39 ページ２０１８年８月３日　金曜日　午前９時４４分 CONTROLS AND FEATURES (Common) Oil Pressure Indicator/Buzzer (R1 type) (optional equipment) The oil pressure indicator turns off Display assy OIL PRESSURE and the buzzer sounds when the oil INDICATOR OIL PRESSURE level is low and/or the engine INDICATOR lubrication system is faulty.
Page 40: Overheat Indicator/Buzzer
32ZZ4641.book 40 ページ２０１８年８月３日　金曜日　午前９時４４分 CONTROLS AND FEATURES (Common) Overheat Indicator/Buzzer (R1 type) (optional equipment) Display assy The overheat indicator turns on and OVERHEAT INDICATOR the buzzer sounds when the engine OVERHEAT cooling circuit is faulty. The engine INDICATOR speed slows down this time. If using the switch panel without (RED) indicators type for panel-mount or...
Page 41: Acg Indicator/Buzzer
32ZZ4641.book 41 ページ２０１８年８月３日　金曜日　午前９時４４分 CONTROLS AND FEATURES (Common) ACG Indicator/Buzzer (R1 type) (optional equipment) Display assy The ACG indicator turns on and the buzzer sounds when the charging INDICATOR system is faulty. INDICATOR If using the switch panel without indicators type for panel-mount or top-mount remote control, check the (RED) (RED)
Page 42: Pgm-Fi Indicator/Buzzer
32ZZ4641.book 42 ページ２０１８年８月３日　金曜日　午前９時４４分 CONTROLS AND FEATURES (Common) PGM-FI Indicator/Buzzer (R1 type) (optional equipment) Display assy The PGM-FI indicator turns on and PGM-FI the buzzer sounds when the engine INDICATOR PGM-FI control system is faulty. INDICATOR If using the switch panel without indicators type for panel-mount or top-mount remote control, check the (RED)
Page 43: Trim Tab
32ZZ4641.book 43 ページ２０１８年８月３日　金曜日　午前９時４４分 CONTROLS AND FEATURES (Common) Trim Tab Anode TIGHTENING BOLT TRIM TAB ANODE ANODE (stern bracket) PROPELLER (each side) If the steering wheel/handle is pulled The anode metal is a sacrificed metal to the side while running at full which protects the outboard motor from corrosion.
Page 44: Cooling Water Check Hole
32ZZ4641.book 44 ページ２０１８年８月３日　金曜日　午前９時４４分 CONTROLS AND FEATURES (Common) Cooling Water Check Hole Cooling Water Intake Port COOLING WATER COOLING WATER CHECK HOLE INTAKE PORT The engine cooling water is drawn The cooling water is checked here to into the engine through this port. see whether it is circulating inside the engine properly.
Page 45: Engine Cover Fixing Lever
32ZZ4641.book 45 ページ２０１８年８月３日　金曜日　午前９時４４分 CONTROLS AND FEATURES (Common) Engine Cover Fixing Lever Fuel Filler Cap Fuel Filler Cap (equipped type) (with vent knob) (Front/Rear) (rear) FUEL FILLER CAP VENT KNOB (front) ENGINE COVER FIXING LEVER ENGINE COVER OPEN (rear) FIXING LEVER (front) CLOSE UNLOCK...
Page 46: Fuel Gauge
32ZZ4641.book 46 ページ２０１８年８月３日　金曜日　午前９時４４分 CONTROLS AND FEATURES (Common) Fuel Gauge Fuel Line Connector Tachometer (equipped type or optional FUEL GAUGE FUEL LINE CONNECTOR equipment) (fuel tank side) The fuel gauge indicates the fuel level FUEL LINE CONNECTOR in the tank. TACHOMETER The tachometer shows the engine speed in revolutions per minute.
Page 47: Nmea Interface Coupler
32ZZ4641.book 47 ページ２０１８年８月３日　金曜日　午前９時４４分 CONTROLS AND FEATURES (Common) NMEA Interface Coupler Operating Hour Notification The NMEA2000 interface coupler System When using the switch panel can provide information regarding without indicators type, do not This outboard motor engine counts engine speed, fuel consumption, and reset the hour counter while the number of operating hours since various warnings to an existing...
Page 48 32ZZ4641.book 48 ページ２０１８年８月３日　金曜日　午前９時４４分 CONTROLS AND FEATURES (Common) <Operating hour notification timing> NMEA2000-compatible display: • Follow instructions for the display. • If the display allows selection of notification to be preset, select “Notify” (or equivalent). Every 100 hours • Turn on the power supply to the display before turning on the ignition switch of the outboard 80 hours...
Page 49: How To Reset The Hour Counter
32ZZ4641.book 49 ページ２０１８年８月３日　金曜日　午前９時４４分 CONTROLS AND FEATURES (Common) When “Periodic Maintenance” is How to reset the Hour Counter indicated: 1. Have the periodic maintenance performed without delay after When using the switch panel returning to port. without indicators type, do not 2.
Page 50: Installation
416 mm (16.4 in) power. 521 mm (20.5 in) Engine power: 556 mm (21.9 in) BF40D: 29.4 kW (40 PS) 622 mm (24.5 in) BF50D: 36.8 kW (50 PS) Select the outboard motor which is Power recommendation is indicated correct for the boat transom height of your boat.
Page 51: Location
32ZZ4641.book 51 ページ２０１８年８月３日　金曜日　午前９時４４分 INSTALLATION Location Installation Height IDLE PORT BOAT TRANSOM HEIGHT WATER LEVEL 150 mm (5.9 in) or more FULLY WATER TRIM/TILT LEVEL 0 – 50 mm DOWN OUTBOARD MOTOR (0 – 2 in) CENTER LINE TRANSOM HEIGHT ANTICAVITATION PLATE •...
Page 52: Outboard Motor Installation
32ZZ4641.book 52 ページ２０１８年８月３日　金曜日　午前９時４４分 INSTALLATION Outboard Motor Installation Standard torque: STERN BRACKET 15 – 20 N·m (1.5 – 2.0 kgf·m, 11 – 14 lbf·ft) HOIST The standard torque is given just as a HOOK guideline. Torque of the nut can be LIFTING different according to the material of WASHER (4)
Page 53: Outboard Motor Angle Inspection (Cruising)
32ZZ4641.book 53 ページ２０１８年８月３日　金曜日　午前９時４４分 INSTALLATION Outboard Motor Angle Inspection (Cruising) INCORRECT INCORRECT CORRECT CAUSES BOAT TO ‘‘SQUAT’’ CAUSES BOAT TO ‘‘PLOW’’ GIVES MAXIMUM PERFORMANCE Install the outboard motor at the best Trim angle too small: Incorrect The trim angle differs according to trim angle for stable cruising and causes boat to ‘‘plow.’’...
Page 54: Outboard Motor Angle Adjustment
32ZZ4641.book 54 ページ２０１８年８月３日　金曜日　午前９時４４分 INSTALLATION <Outboard Motor Angle UNLOCKED POSITION Adjustment> TO CHANGE (G type) BENT END UP PUSH LOCKED POSITION TO LOCK TRANSOM ANGLE ADJUSTING ROD ADJUSTING ROD 3. Inserting the adjusting rod in the 2. Push in the adjusting rod, twist There are five adjusting stages.
Page 55: Battery Connections
32ZZ4641.book 55 ページ２０１８年８月３日　金曜日　午前９時４４分 INSTALLATION Battery Connections • POISON: Electrolyte is poison. Use a battery which has CCA (COLD ANTIDOTE: Batteries produce explosive gases: CRANKING AMPERES) ─ External: Flush thoroughly If ignited, an explosion can cause 420A at – 18°C (0°F) and a reserve with water.
Page 56 32ZZ4641.book 56 ページ２０１８年８月３日　金曜日　午前９時４４分 INSTALLATION • Battery cable extension: (+) TERMINAL – ) TERMINAL Extending the original battery • Be sure to connect the (+) side cable will cause the battery battery cable first. When voltage to drop due to the disconnecting the cables, increased length of the cable and disconnect the (–) side first then...
Page 57: Remote Control Installation
32ZZ4641.book 57 ページ２０１８年８月３日　金曜日　午前９時４４分 INSTALLATION Remote Control Installation (equipped type or optional equipment) Improperly installed steering system, remote control box, and remote control cable, or installing those of the different types could cause unpredictable accident. TOP-MOUNT TYPE CONTROL BOX AND SWITCH PANEL Consult your outboard motor (FOR SINGLE OUTBOARD MOTOR dealer for proper installation.
Page 58: Remote Control Box Location
32ZZ4641.book 58 ページ２０１８年８月３日　金曜日　午前９時４４分 INSTALLATION <Remote Control Box Location> <Remote Control Cable Length> Do not bend the remote control REMOTE CONTROL LEVER cable as sharp as its route diameter REMOTE REMOTE is 300 mm (11.8 in) or less, or it CONTROL BOX CONTROL affects the service life of the cable...
Page 59: Propeller Selection
32ZZ4641.book 59 ページ２０１８年８月３日　金曜日　午前９時４４分 INSTALLATION Propeller Selection Select the adequate propeller so that the engine speed at full throttle is BF40D: 5,000 min (rpm) to 6,000 min (rpm). BF50D: 5,500 min (rpm) to 6,000 min (rpm) when the boat is loaded.
Page 60: Pre-Operation Checks
32ZZ4641.book 60 ページ２０１８年８月３日　金曜日　午前９時４４分 6. PRE-OPERATION CHECKS BF40D/50D is 4-stroke, water cooled Engine Cover Removal/Installation outboard motor which uses unleaded gasoline for fuel. It also requires the (front) (rear) engine oil. Check the following LATCH LATCH before operating the outboard motor.
Page 61: Engine Oil
1. Position the outboard motor vertically, and remove the engine <Recommended oil> cover. Use Honda 4-stroke oil or an 2. Remove the oil level dipstick and equivalent high detergent, premium wipe with a clean rag. 3. Reinsert the dipstick all the way in, quality motor oil certified to meet or then pull it out and read the level.
Page 62 32ZZ4641.book 62 ページ２０１８年８月３日　金曜日　午前９時４４分 PRE-OPERATION CHECKS When the engine oil is contaminated When you check the oil level with the dipstick, you might notice the engine oil or discolored, replace with the fresh appears milky or the oil level has increased. If you notice either condition, engine oil (see page 132 for change the engine oil.
Page 63: Fuel
32ZZ4641.book 63 ページ２０１８年８月３日　金曜日　午前９時４４分 PRE-OPERATION CHECKS Fuel Check the fuel gauge and refill the (Fuel Tank equipped type) tank to the upper level mark if necessary. Do not fill the fuel tank above the UPPER level mark. FUEL GAUGE Open the vent knob before removing the fuel filler cap.
Page 64: Gasoline Containing Alcohol
• Refuel in a well-ventilated area its octane rating is at least as high as recommended is not covered under with the engine stopped. that recommended by Honda. There the warranty. • Do not smoke or allow flames or are two types of ‘‘gasohol’’: one •...
Page 65: Propeller And Cotter Pin Inspection
32ZZ4641.book 65 ページ２０１８年８月３日　金曜日　午前９時４４分 PRE-OPERATION CHECKS Propeller and Cotter Pin Inspection COTTER PIN The propeller blades are thin and CASTLE NUT sharp. Careless handling of the propeller can result in injury. When checking the propeller: • Remove the emergency stop switch clip to prevent an accidental start of the engine.
Page 66: Tiller Handle Height/Angle Adjustment (H Type)
32ZZ4641.book 66 ページ２０１８年８月３日　金曜日　午前９時４４分 PRE-OPERATION CHECKS Tiller Handle Height/Angle Install the height adjustment block Adjustment (H type) so that the selected angle of the tiller handle is in this position. The tiller handle height and angle can 336 mm be adjusted to three positions by (13.2 in) changing the installation direction of the height adjustment block.
Page 67: Steering Handle Friction (H Type)
32ZZ4641.book 67 ページ２０１８年８月３日　金曜日　午前９時４４分 PRE-OPERATION CHECKS Steering Handle Friction Remote Control Lever Friction (R2 type) (H type) (R type) STEERING FRICTION ADJUSTER (R1 type) FRICTION PLATE To increase CONTROL LEVER friction FRICTION SCREW To decrease friction To decrease CONTROL LEVER friction FRICTION ADJUSTER To increase...
Page 68: Fuel Filter
32ZZ4641.book 68 ページ２０１８年８月３日　金曜日　午前９時４４分 PRE-OPERATION CHECKS Fuel Filter Battery POSITIVE ( + ) TERMINAL Battery handling differs according to the type of the battery and the instructions described below might not be applicable to the battery of your outboard. Refer to the battery manufacturer’s instructions.
Page 69: Other Checks
32ZZ4641.book 69 ページ２０１８年８月３日　金曜日　午前９時４４分 PRE-OPERATION CHECKS • Keep flames and sparks away, Other Checks (5) TOOL KIT (see page 129) and do not smoke in the area. ANTIDOTE: If electrolyte gets into your eyes, flush thoroughly with warm water for at least 15 minutes and call a physician immediately.
Page 70 32ZZ4641.book 70 ページ２０１８年８月３日　金曜日　午前９時４４分 PRE-OPERATION CHECKS Parts/materials which should be installed on board: • Owner’s Manual • Tool kit • Spare parts: spark plugs, engine oil, spare propeller, castle nut, washer and cotter pin. • Spare emergency stop switch clip. •...
Page 71: Starting The Engine
32ZZ4641.book 71 ページ２０１８年８月３日　金曜日　午前９時４４分 7. STARTING THE ENGINE Fuel Line Connection (Fuel Tank equipped type) • Set the fuel tank securely so that it FUEL LINE CONNECTOR does not move or fall down while (TO FUEL TANK) Gasoline is extremely cruising.
Page 72: Fuel Priming
32ZZ4641.book 72 ページ２０１８年８月３日　金曜日　午前９時４４分 STARTING THE ENGINE MALE FUEL LINE CONNECTOR Fuel Priming – To outboard motor FUEL FILLER CAP VENT KNOB OUTLET END ARROW (outboard motor CLIP OPEN side) PRIMER BULB (OUTBOARD MOTOR SIDE) INLET END (tank side) Hold the priming bulb so that the 3.
Page 73: Starting The Engine (H Type)
32ZZ4641.book 73 ページ２０１８年８月３日　金曜日　午前９時４４分 STARTING THE ENGINE Starting the Engine (H type) 1. Insert the emergency stop switch clip at one end of the emergency EMERGENCY STOP SWITCH Do not touch the priming bulb with stop switch lanyard into the the engine running or when tilting emergency stop switch.
Page 74 32ZZ4641.book 74 ページ２０１８年８月３日　金曜日　午前９時４４分 STARTING THE ENGINE SPARE EMERGENCY STOP NEUTRAL SWITCH CLIP THROTTLE GRIP SHIFT LEVER Store the spare emergency stop switch clip in the tool bag. Use the spare emergency stop switch clip to make the disabled engine start START ‘‘...
Page 75 32ZZ4641.book 75 ページ２０１８年８月３日　金曜日　午前９時４４分 STARTING THE ENGINE COOLING WATER CHECK HOLE ENGINE SWITCH KEY • The starter motor consumes a START large amount of current. Do not therefore run it continuously for more than 5 seconds at a time. If the engine does not start within 5 seconds, wait at least 10 seconds before running the starter motor...
Page 76 32ZZ4641.book 76 ページ２０１８年８月３日　金曜日　午前９時４４分 STARTING THE ENGINE Below 5°C (41°F) – run the engine for at least 5 minutes at approx. NORMAL: ON If water does not flow out, or if ABNORMAL: OFF 2,000 min (rpm). steam comes out, stop the engine. Failure to completely warm up the Check to see if the screen in the engine will result in poor engine...
Page 77: Starting The Engine (R Type)
32ZZ4641.book 77 ページ２０１８年８月３日　金曜日　午前９時４４分 STARTING THE ENGINE Starting the Engine (R type) 1. Insert the emergency stop switch clip at one end of the emergency SPARE EMERGENCY STOP (R1 type) SWITCH CLIP stop switch lanyard into the EMERGENCY emergency stop switch. Attach the STOP SWITCH other end of the emergency stop switch lanyard securely to the...
Page 78 32ZZ4641.book 78 ページ２０１８年８月３日　金曜日　午前９時４４分 STARTING THE ENGINE REMOTE CONTROL LEVER START • The starter motor consumes a NEUTRAL large amount of current. Do not therefore run it continuously for more than 5 seconds at a time. If NEUTRAL the engine does not start within 5 seconds, wait at least 10 seconds before running the starter motor again.
Page 79 32ZZ4641.book 79 ページ２０１８年８月３日　金曜日　午前９時４４分 STARTING THE ENGINE COOLING WATER ENGINE OIL PRESSURE CHECK HOLE INDICATOR LIGHT If water does not flow out, or if steam comes out, stop the engine. Check to see if the screen in the cooling water intake port is obstructed and remove foreign materials if necessary.
Page 80 32ZZ4641.book 80 ページ２０１８年８月３日　金曜日　午前９時４４分 STARTING THE ENGINE 7. Warm up the engine as follows: Above 5°C (41°F) – run the engine for at least 3 minutes. Below 5°C (41°F) – run the engine for at least 5 minutes at approx. 2,000 min (rpm).
Page 81 32ZZ4641.book 81 ページ２０１８年８月３日　金曜日　午前９時４４分 STARTING THE ENGINE Starting the Engine (R2, R3 types) When the boat is mounted with two The engine does not start unless the outboard motors, perform the clip is set on the emergency stop SWITCH PANEL EMERGENCY following on the right and left switch.
Page 82 32ZZ4641.book 82 ページ２０１８年８月３日　金曜日　午前９時４４分 STARTING THE ENGINE NEUTRAL NEUTRAL START NEUTRAL ENGINE SWITCH KEY NEUTRAL REMOTE CONTROL REMOTE LEVER CONTROL LEVER (R2 type) (R3 type) START 3. Turn the engine switch key to the 2. Set the control lever in the START position and hold it there NEUTRAL position.
Page 83 32ZZ4641.book 83 ページ２０１８年８月３日　金曜日　午前９時４４分 STARTING THE ENGINE COOLING WATER CHECK HOLE • The starter motor consumes a If water does not flow out, or if large amount of current. Do not steam comes out, stop the engine. therefore run it continuously for Check to see if the screen in the more than 5 seconds at a time.
Page 84 2)If the oil level is normal and the oil pressure indicator light does not turn ON, consult with an Before leaving the dock, check the authorized Honda outboard motor operation of the emergency stop dealer. switch. NORMAL: ON...
Page 85: Emergency Starting
32ZZ4641.book 85 ページ２０１８年８月３日　金曜日　午前９時４４分 STARTING THE ENGINE Emergency Starting 6 × 25 mm BOLTS (front) (rear) Remove the harness. CLAMP BRACKET Remove the band clamp. UNLOCK UNLOCK ENGINE COVER FIXING LEVER COVER If the starting system does not operate properly for some reasons, the engine can be started using the emergency starter rope that came with your outboard motor.
Page 86 32ZZ4641.book 86 ページ２０１８年８月３日　金曜日　午前９時４４分 STARTING THE ENGINE 5. Set the shift lever or remote control (H type) (R1 type) lever is in the NEUTRAL position. NEUTRAL NEUTRAL The ‘‘Neutral Starting System’’ will not work in emergency starting. NEUTRAL Be sure to set the shift lever/control SHIFT lever into the NEUTRAL position LEVER...
Page 87 32ZZ4641.book 87 ページ２０１８年８月３日　金曜日　午前９時４４分 STARTING THE ENGINE KNOT (H type) (R1 type) ROTOR ‘‘ ’’ MARK THROTTLE GRIP START EMERGENCY ARROW STARTER MOTOR STARTER ROPE 7. Set the ACG rotor so the arrow is START FAST IDLE LEVER lined up with the starter motor as shown.
Page 88 32ZZ4641.book 88 ページ２０１８年８月３日　金曜日　午前９時４４分 STARTING THE ENGINE (H type) (R1 type) EMERGENCY SPARE EMERGENCY EMERGENCY STOP SWITCH STOP SWITCH CLIP STOP SWITCH STOP STOP EMERGENCY STOP SWITCH CLIP Store the spare emergency stop switch clip in the tool bag. EMERGENCY STOP EMERGENCY STOP EMERGENCY STOP SWITCH CLIP...
Page 89 32ZZ4641.book 89 ページ２０１８年８月３日　金曜日　午前９時４４分 STARTING THE ENGINE (H type) (R1 type) Direction to pull ENGINE SWITCH ENGINE EMERGENCY STARTER ROPE SWITCH KEY 10. Pull the emergency starter rope lightly until resistance is felt, then pull briskly in the direction of the arrow as shown above. (R2, R3 types) 9.
Page 90 32ZZ4641.book 90 ページ２０１８年８月３日　金曜日　午前９時４４分 STARTING THE ENGINE 11. Leave the ACG cover off and install the engine cover. Lock the engine cover fixing levers. 12. Attach the emergency stop switch lanyard securely to the operator and return to the closest boat landing.
Page 91: Operation
32ZZ4641.book 91 ページ２０１８年８月３日　金曜日　午前９時４４分 8. OPERATION Break-in Procedure Next 60 minutes: Break-in period: 10 hours Run the outboard motor up to maximum of 4,000 to 5,000 min Break-in operation allows the mating (rpm) or 50% to 80% throttle surfaces of the moving parts to wear opening.
Page 92: Gear Shifting
32ZZ4641.book 92 ページ２０１８年８月３日　金曜日　午前９時４４分 OPERATION Gear Shifting F (FORWARD) R (REVERSE) (H type) THROTTLE NEUTRAL GRIP N (NEUTRAL) REVERSE SLOW SHIFT LEVER FORWARD SLOW The shift lever has 3 positions: FORWARD, NEUTRAL, and REVERSE. 1. Align the pointer on the tiller Be sure that the tilt lever is in the An indicator at the base of the shift handle with the SLOW position on...
Page 93: Steering
32ZZ4641.book 93 ページ２０１８年８月３日　金曜日　午前９時４４分 OPERATION Steering STEERING FRICTION ADJUSTER (H type) Do not apply grease or oil on the FRICTION PLATE friction plate. Grease or oil will reduce the friction of the adjuster. RIGHT TURN LEFT TURN (R type) Steer the boat in the same manner as an automobile.
Page 94: Cruising
32ZZ4641.book 94 ページ２０１８年８月３日　金曜日　午前９時４４分 OPERATION Cruising (H type) FORWARD POWER TRIM/ TILT SWITCH SHIFT LEVER LOWERMOST POSITION (down) FORWARD 2. With the shift lever in the 1. On the T type, press the DN (down) FORWARD position. portion of the power trim/tilt switch and trim the outboard motor to the lowermost position.
Page 95 32ZZ4641.book 95 ページ２０１８年８月３日　金曜日　午前９時４４分 OPERATION • When cruising at full throttle, note THROTTLE FRICTION ADJUSTER that the engine speed must be in the range BF40D: between 5,000 min (rpm) and 6,000 min (rpm), BF50D: between 5,500 min (rpm) and FAST 6,000 min (rpm).
Page 96: Trimming The Outboard Motor
(R1 type) (VERTICAL LINE) (when transom angle is 12°) Press DN to POWER TRIM/TILT SWITCH lower bow. The BF40D/50D T types are equipped with the power trim/tilt REMOTE CONTROL LEVER Press UP to raise bow. system which can adjust the outboard...
Page 97 32ZZ4641.book 97 ページ２０１８年８月３日　金曜日　午前９時４４分 OPERATION Press either UP or DN (down) of the power trim/tilt switch and tilt the outboard motor to the best position in OUTBOARD MOTOR TRIMMED OUTBOARD MOTOR TRIMMED TOO LOW TOO HIGH compliance with the cruising conditions.
Page 98 32ZZ4641.book 98 ページ２０１８年８月３日　金曜日　午前９時４４分 OPERATION The power trim/tilt system operates when the switch is pressed, and it • Improper trim angle results in stops when the switch is released. unstable steering condition. To trim up slightly, press on UP • Do not trim excessively while momentarily but securely.
Page 99: Gear Shifting
32ZZ4641.book 99 ページ２０１８年８月３日　金曜日　午前９時４４分 OPERATION Gear Shifting (R type) (R1 type) FORWARD REMOTE CONTROL NEUTRAL NEUTRAL LEVER NEUTRAL REVERSE FORWARD 32° 32° MAXIMUM OPENING MAXIMUM OPENING REVERSE Pull up NEUTRAL RELEASE LEVER FAST IDLE LEVER While pulling the neutral release lever, move the remote control lever Avoid sharp and abrupt operation approximately 32°...
Page 100 32ZZ4641.book 100 ページ２０１８年８月３日　金曜日　午前９時４４分 OPERATION Gear Shifting REVERSE (R2 type) NEUTRAL FORWARD REMOTE CONTROL LEVER FORWARD NEUTRAL NEUTRAL RELEASE LEVER Pull up REMOTE CONTROL LEVER REVERSE FORWARD or REVERSE position to The control lever will not move engage the desired gear. unless the neutral release lever is Avoid sharp and abrupt operation pulled up.
Page 101 32ZZ4641.book 101 ページ２０１８年８月３日　金曜日　午前９時４４分 OPERATION Gear Shifting NEUTRAL (R3 type) FORWARD (SINGLE TYPE) (DUAL TYPE) FORWARD REVERSE NEUTRAL REMOTE CONTROL LEVER REMOTE CONTROL LEVER REVERSE REMOTE CONTROL LEVERS FORWARD or REVERSE position to Moving the control lever(s) further engage the desired gear. from approximately 35°...
Page 102: Cruising
32ZZ4641.book 102 ページ２０１８年８月３日　金曜日　午前９時４４分 OPERATION Cruising (R type) (R3 type) (R1 type) (R2 type) (single type) (dual type) POWER TRIM/ POWER TRIM/ TILT SWITCH TILT SWITCH POWER TRIM/ POWER TRIM/TILT SWITCH (LEFT) (RIGHT) TILT SWITCH LOWERMOST POSITION 1. On the T type, press the DN (down) R3 type: 2)With the outboard motors trimmed at the lowermost position, adjust...
Page 103 32ZZ4641.book 103 ページ２０１８年８月３日　金曜日　午前９時４４分 OPERATION (R1 type) (R2 type) (R3 type) • When cruising at full throttle, note NEUTRAL that the engine speed must be in the REVERSE NEUTRAL NEUTRAL range. FORWARD REVERSE REVERSE • If you feel that the engine speed FORWARD jumped up when the hull jumped or REMOTE...
Page 104: Trl (Trolling) Control Switch
32ZZ4641.book 104 ページ２０１８年８月３日　金曜日　午前９時４４分 OPERATION TRL (Trolling) Control Switch A long buzz sounds once. When the mode is changed to trolling mode, the engine speed is 800 min (rpm). You can adjust the engine speed by 50 min (rpm) every time you press DOWN the switch once.
Page 105: Trim Meter
32ZZ4641.book 105 ページ２０１８年８月３日　金曜日　午前９時４４分 OPERATION Trim Meter BOW TOO LOW DUE TO BOW TOO HIGH DUE TO (equipped type or optional 1. LOAD IN THE FRONT 1. LOAD IN THE REAR equipment) 2. OUTBOARD MOTOR TRIMMED 2. OUTBOARD MOTOR TRIMMED TOO LOW TOO HIGH The trim meter indicates the trim...
Page 106: Tilting The Outboard Motor
32ZZ4641.book 106 ページ２０１８年８月３日　金曜日　午前９時４４分 OPERATION Tilting the Outboard Motor (R1 type) (R3 type) (T type) (single type) POWER TRIM/ TILT SWITCH Tilt the outboard motor to prevent the POWER TRIM/ TILT SWITCH propeller and gear case from hitting the bottom when the boat is beached or stopped in shallow water.
Page 107 32ZZ4641.book 107 ページ２０１８年８月３日　金曜日　午前９時４４分 OPERATION Tilting the Outboard Motor (G type) ENGINE COVER GRIP Tilt the outboard motor to prevent the propeller and gear case from hitting the bottom when the boat is beached LOCK or stopped in shallow water. TILT FREE 1.
Page 108: Moorage
32ZZ4641.book 108 ページ２０１８年８月３日　金曜日　午前９時４４分 OPERATION Moorage TILT LOCK LEVER FREE FREE LOCK TILT LOCK LEVER FREE Tilt up the outboard motor using the T type tilt lock lever when mooring the boat. 1. Raise the outboard motor as full as Shift the shift lever or the remote it goes using the power trim/tilt control lever into the NEUTRAL...
Page 109 32ZZ4641.book 109 ページ２０１８年８月３日　金曜日　午前９時４４分 OPERATION G type (R3 type) (DUAL TYPE) 1. Move the tilt lever to the FREE POWER TRIM/TILT SWITCH position and raise the outboard (LEFT) (RIGHT) motor as far as it goes by holding it by the grip of the engine cover. 2.
Page 110: Manual Relief Valve
32ZZ4641.book 110 ページ２０１８年８月３日　金曜日　午前９時４４分 OPERATION Manual Relief Valve After tilting up/down manually, close Power Tilt Switch (T type) the manual relief valve to lock the outboard motor in the position. POWER TILT SWITCH MANUAL RELIEF VALVE Check that nobody is under the outboard motor before opening the POWER MANUAL...
Page 111: Trim Tab Adjustment
32ZZ4641.book 111 ページ２０１８年８月３日　金曜日　午前９時４４分 OPERATION Trim Tab Adjustment RIGHT LEFT LEFT RIGHT TRIM TAB TIGHTENING BOLT TIGHTENING BOLT TRIM TAB The trim tab is provided to adjust for Loosen the tightening bolt to adjust If less effort is required to make right ‘‘torque steer’’...
Page 112: Engine Protection System
32ZZ4641.book 112 ページ２０１８年８月３日　金曜日　午前９時４４分 OPERATION Each warning system of PGM-FI, Engine Protection System OIL PRESSURE ACG, oil pressure, and overheat is INDICATOR INDICATOR <Engine Oil Pressure, Overheat, (GREEN) (RED) activated as described in the PGM-FI and ACG Warning following table. Systems>...
Page 113 32ZZ4641.book 113 ページ２０１８年８月３日　金曜日　午前９時４４分 OPERATION OIL PRESSURE PGM-FI INDICATOR INDICATOR (RED) (RED) OVERHEAT INDICATOR INDICATOR (RED) (RED) (optional equipment: Display assy)
Page 114 32ZZ4641.book 114 ページ２０１８年８月３日　金曜日　午前９時４４分 OPERATION INDICATOR LIGHTS BUZZER System CORRESPONDING Oil pressure Overheat PGM-FI Symptom SYSTEM (Green or Red) (Red) (Red) (Red) With the engine key At starting ON (2 sec) ON (2 sec) ON (2 sec) turned on: ON (2 times) During operation Low oil pressure ON (continuously)
Page 115 32ZZ4641.book 115 ページ２０１８年８月３日　金曜日　午前９時４４分 OPERATION When the oil pressure warning system is activated: If the engine is turned off after running at full throttle, the engine 1. Stop the engine immediately and temperature may rise above normal. check the engine oil level (see If the engine is restarted, shortly after page 61).
Page 116 32ZZ4641.book 116 ページ２０１８年８月３日　金曜日　午前９時４４分 OPERATION When the PGM-FI activated: 1. Consult with your outboard motor dealer. When the ACG warning system is activated: 1. Check the battery (see page 136). If the battery is OK, consult with (each side) your outboard motor dealer. COOLING WATER INTAKE PORT 3.
Page 117: Over-Rev Limiter
32ZZ4641.book 117 ページ２０１８年８月３日　金曜日　午前９時４４分 OPERATION <Over-rev Limiter> <Anode> This outboard motor is equipped with an engine over-rev limiter which activates when the engine speed increases excessively. The over-rev ANODE (each side) limiter can be activated while cruising, tilting up the outboard motor, or when ventilation occurs during a sharp turn.
Page 118: Shallow Water Operation
32ZZ4641.book 118 ページ２０１８年８月３日　金曜日　午前９時４４分 OPERATION Shallow Water Operation Multiple Outboard Motors On boats equipped with more than one outboard motor, all motors Excessive trim/tilt angle during normally operate at the same time. operation can cause the propeller to raise out of the water and cause If one or more motor(s) is stopped propeller ventilation and engine while the other(s) is running, put the...
Page 119: Stopping The Engine
32ZZ4641.book 119 ページ２０１８年８月３日　金曜日　午前９時４４分 9. STOPPING THE ENGINE Emergency Engine Stop To stop the engine in an emergency, (R2, R3 types) pull the emergency stop switch clip (H type) EMERGENCY EMERGENCY STOP SWITCH out of the emergency stop switch by STOP SWITCH pulling the emergency stop switch lanyard.
Page 120: Normal Engine Stop
32ZZ4641.book 120 ページ２０１８年８月３日　金曜日　午前９時４４分 STOPPING THE ENGINE Normal Engine Stop 1. Turn the throttle grip to SLOW (H type) position and move the shift lever to In the event that the engine does not NEUTRAL. stop when the engine switch key is turned to OFF, pull the emergency THROTTLE stop switch clip out of the emergency...
Page 121: (R Type)
32ZZ4641.book 121 ページ２０１８年８月３日　金曜日　午前９時４４分 STOPPING THE ENGINE (R type) ENGINE NEUTRAL SWITCH KEY NEUTRAL NEUTRAL REMOTE EMERGENCY STOP SWITCH CONTROL LEVER (R1 type) (R2 type) NEUTRAL REMOTE CONTROL LEVER NEUTRAL (R1 type) 1. Move the remote control lever to ENGINE the NEUTRAL position.
Page 122 32ZZ4641.book 122 ページ２０１８年８月３日　金曜日　午前９時４４分 STOPPING THE ENGINE 2. Turn the engine switch key to the OFF position to stop the engine. In the event that the engine does not stop when the engine switch key is turned to OFF, pull the emergency stop switch clip out of the emergency stop switch by pulling the emergency stop switch lanyard (see page 77).
Page 123: Transporting
32ZZ4641.book 123 ページ２０１８年８月３日　金曜日　午前９時４４分 10. TRANSPORTING Fuel Line Disconnection FUEL LINE CONNECTOR Before transporting the outboard FUEL LINE CONNECTOR motor, disconnect and remove the fuel line in the following procedure. Gasoline is extremely flammable, PULL and gasoline vapor can explode, causing serious injury or death.
Page 124: Transporting
32ZZ4641.book 124 ページ２０１８年８月３日　金曜日　午前９時４４分 TRANSPORTING Transporting Do not carry the outboard motor by the engine cover. The engine HOIST cover can be unlatched and HOOK outboard motor can drop, resulting in an accidental injury and damage. LIFTING When transporting the outboard 3.
Page 125 32ZZ4641.book 125 ページ２０１８年８月３日　金曜日　午前９時４４分 TRANSPORTING Horizontal transport or storage: Rest the outboard motor on the case protector. CASE PROTECTOR When you place the outboard motor horizontally to transport, be sure to Before transporting the outboard OUTBOARD MOTOR STAND place sponge or clothes under the motor horizontally, be sure to drain outboard motor to protect it from the gasoline and oil from the...
Page 126: Trailering
32ZZ4641.book 126 ページ２０１８年８月３日　金曜日　午前９時４４分 TRANSPORTING Trailering (H type) Do not trailer or transport the boat STEERING FRICTION with the outboard motor in the ADJUSTER tilted position. The boat or outboard motor could be severely damaged if the outboard motor drops. The outboard motor should be trailered in the normal running position.
Page 127: Cleaning And Flushing
32ZZ4641.book 127 ページ２０１８年８月３日　金曜日　午前９時４４分 11. CLEANING AND FLUSHING After each use in salt water or dirty 6. Turn on the fresh water supply and FLUSH PORT water, thoroughly clean and flush the flush the outboard motor for at CONNECTOR outboard motor with fresh water. least 10 minutes.
Page 128: Maintenance
If the engine will overheat. engine must be run, make sure the • Use only Honda Genuine parts or area is well ventilated. their equivalents for Never run the engine in an enclosed maintenance or repair.
Page 129: Tool Kit And Spare Parts
32ZZ4641.book 129 ページ２０１８年８月３日　金曜日　午前９時４４分 MAINTENANCE Tool Kit and Spare Parts EMERGENCY The following tools and spare parts STARTER ROPE are supplied with the outboard motor for maintenance, adjustment, and 8 × 10 mm emergency repairs. WRENCH <Spare Emergency Stop Switch FLAT SCREWDRIVER Clip (optional equipment)>...
Page 130: Maintenance Schedule
(2) These items should be serviced by your servicing dealer, unless you have the proper tools and are mechanically proficient. Refer to the Honda Shop Manual for service procedures. (3) For professional commercial use, log hours of operation to determine proper maintenance intervals.
Page 131 (2) (7) — (2) These items should be serviced by your servicing dealer, unless you have the proper tools and are mechanically proficient. Refer to the Honda Shop Manual for service procedures. (3) For professional commercial use, log hours of operation to determine proper maintenance intervals.
Page 132: Engine Oil
32ZZ4641.book 132 ページ２０１８年８月３日　金曜日　午前９時４４分 MAINTENANCE Engine Oil Oil change interval: <Engine Oil Replacement> Insufficient or contaminated engine 20 operating hours after the date of OIL FILLER CAP oil adversely affects the service life of purchase or first month for initial the sliding and moving parts.
Page 133 32ZZ4641.book 133 ページ２０１８年８月３日　金曜日　午前９時４４分 MAINTENANCE SEALING DRAIN BOLT WASHER COVER DRAIN BOLT COVER DRAIN BOLT SCREW 2. Loosen the drain bolt cover screw 3. Place the drain bolt cover as shown 4. Remove the engine oil drain bolt using a flat screwdriver and remove to use it as a drain oil guide.
Page 134: Spark Plugs
32ZZ4641.book 134 ページ２０１８年８月３日　金曜日　午前９時４４分 MAINTENANCE 7. Reinstall the oil filler cap securely. Spark Plugs Do not overtighten. To ensure proper engine operation, 8. Install and lock the engine cover the spark plug must be properly securely. gapped and free of deposits. UPPER Please dispose of used motor oil in a The spark plug becomes very hot...
Page 135 32ZZ4641.book 135 ページ２０１８年８月３日　金曜日　午前９時４４分 MAINTENANCE 1. Remove the engine cover. (2) Replace a spark plug if the 2. Remove the spark plug caps. central electrode is worn. The 3. Use the spark plug wrench and spark plug can wear out in screwdriver to remove the spark different ways.
Page 136: Battery
32ZZ4641.book 136 ページ２０１８年８月３日　金曜日　午前９時４４分 MAINTENANCE Battery If installing new spark plugs, tighten 1/2 turn after the spark plugs seat to Battery handling differs according compress the washers. to the type of the battery and the If reinstalling used spark plugs, instructions described below might tighten 1/8 –...
Page 137 32ZZ4641.book 137 ページ２０１８年８月３日　金曜日　午前９時４４分 MAINTENANCE • Keep flames and sparks away, <Battery Cleaning> UPPER LEVEL and do not smoke in the area. 1. Disconnect the battery cable at the battery negative (–) terminal, then ANTIDOTE: If electrolyte gets at the battery positive (+) terminal. into your eyes, flush thoroughly 2.
Page 138 32ZZ4641.book 138 ページ２０１８年８月３日　金曜日　午前９時４４分 MAINTENANCE POSITIVE (+) NEGATIVE (–) TERMINAL When disconnecting the battery TERMINAL cable, be sure to disconnect at the battery negative (–) terminal first. To connect, connect at the positive (+) terminal first, then at the negative (–) terminal. Never dis/connect the battery cable in the reverse order, or it causes a short circuit when a tool contacts the...
Page 139: Lubrication
32ZZ4641.book 139 ページ２０１８年８月３日　金曜日　午前９時４４分 MAINTENANCE Lubrication TILLER HANDLE (H type) Wipe the outside of the engine with a cloth dipped in clean oil. Apply marine anticorrosion grease to the following parts: Lubrication interval: 20 hours or a month after the date of purchase for initial lubrication, then TILT SHAFT every 100 hours or 6 months.
Page 140: Fuel Filter
32ZZ4641.book 140 ページ２０１８年８月３日　金曜日　午前９時４４分 MAINTENANCE Fuel Filter <Inspection> The fuel filter is located between the fuel coupling and the fuel pump. Gasoline is extremely flammable, Water or sediment accumulated in the and gasoline vapor can explode, fuel filter can cause loss of power or causing serious injury or death.
Page 141 32ZZ4641.book 141 ページ２０１８年８月３日　金曜日　午前９時４４分 MAINTENANCE <Replacement> SUSPENSION STRAP FUEL FILTER BRACKET FUEL CLAMPS FUEL FILTER FUEL FILTER TUBES SUSPENSION (inside strainer cup) FUEL TUBES TUBE CLIPS STRAP FUEL FILTER (commercially available) 1. Remove the suspension strap from 2. Disconnect the fuel tubes from the 3.
Page 142 32ZZ4641.book 142 ページ２０１８年８月３日　金曜日　午前９時４４分 MAINTENANCE Align the center of the two fuel tubes and the arrow of the suspension strap rib FILTER BODY O-RINGS (Replace) FUEL STRAINER FLOAT (red ring) STRAINER CUP HEXAGON PART 3. Turn the hexagon part to 5.
Page 143: Fuel Tank And Tank Filter
32ZZ4641.book 143 ページ２０１８年８月３日　金曜日　午前９時４４分 MAINTENANCE 8. Connect the fuel line connector to Fuel Tank and Tank Filter <Fuel Tank Cleaning> (equipped type) the fuel tank and outboard motor securely. Turn the vent knob to OPEN side, Gasoline is extremely flammable, squeeze and release the priming and gasoline vapor can explode, bulb to feed the fuel, (see page 72)
Page 144: Emission Control System
32ZZ4641.book 144 ページ２０１８年８月３日　金曜日　午前９時４４分 MAINTENANCE 1. Disconnect the fuel line from fuel <Tank Filter Cleaning> EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM tank. 5 mm SCREWS CONNECTOR The combustion process produces 2. Empty the tank, pour in a small GASKET carbon monoxide and hydrocarbons. quantity of gasoline, and clean the Control of hydrocarbons is very tank thoroughly by shaking it.
Page 145: Fuse
32ZZ4641.book 145 ページ２０１８年８月３日　金曜日　午前９時４４分 MAINTENANCE Fuse SPARE FUSES (10 A, 15 A, 30 A) FUSES (10 A, 15 A, 30 A) BLOWN FUSE If the fuse blows, running the engine will not charge the battery. Before replacing the fuse, check the current FUSE CASE LID ratings of the electrical accessories and ensure that there are no...
Page 146: Propeller
32ZZ4641.book 146 ページ２０１８年８月３日　金曜日　午前９時４４分 MAINTENANCE Propeller COTTER PIN If the fuse is blown, check the cause, then replace the fuse with a PROPELLER spare fuse of the same rated capacity. Unless the cause is found, the fuse may blow again. SPECIAL WASHER <Replacement>...
Page 147 8. Be sure to replace the cotter pin with a new one. wrench. 1. Remove the cotter pin, unscrew the • Use a Honda Genuine stainless castle nut, remove the washers, CASTLE NUT TIGHTENING steel cotter pin or equivalent then remove the propeller and...
Page 148: Submerged Outboard Motor
32ZZ4641.book 148 ページ２０１８年８月３日　金曜日　午前９時４４分 MAINTENANCE Submerged Outboard Motor A submerged outboard motor must be serviced immediately after it is recovered from the water in order to minimize corrosion. If there is your outboard motor dealer nearby, take the outboard motor immediately to the dealer.
Page 149 32ZZ4641.book 149 ページ２０１８年８月３日　金曜日　午前９時４４分 MAINTENANCE 7. Attempt to start the engine. • If the engine fails to start, remove the spark plugs, clean and dry the electrodes, then reinstall the spark plugs and attempt to start the engine again. • If there was water in the engine crankcase, or the used engine oil showed signs of water contamination, then a second...
Page 150: Storage
32ZZ4641.book 150 ページ２０１８年８月３日　金曜日　午前９時４４分 13. STORAGE For longer service life of the outboard • To slow deterioration, keep 1. Check the fuel filter on the low pressure side. If there is water or motor, have your outboard motor gasoline in a certified fuel any contamination inside, clean the serviced by your outboard motor container.
Page 151: Vapor Separator Draining
32ZZ4641.book 151 ページ２０１８年８月３日　金曜日　午前９時４４分 STORAGE 5. If there is water or contamination Vapor Separator Draining mixed with the extracted gasoline, Operate the priming valve after proceed with the following steps. confirming the drain screw is Gasoline is extremely flammable, 5-a. Tighten the drain screw. tightened.
Page 152: Engine Oil
32ZZ4641.book 152 ページ２０１８年８月３日　金曜日　午前９時４４分 STORAGE 6. When the gasoline starts to flow Engine Oil DRAIN SCREW out of the drain tube, tilt down the VAPOR TUBE CLAMPER 1. Change the engine oil (see pages outboard motor and hold it in the SEPARATOR 132 –...
Page 153: Battery Storage
32ZZ4641.book 153 ページ２０１８年８月３日　金曜日　午前９時４４分 STORAGE Battery Storage • Keep flames and sparks away, (+) TERMINAL and do not smoke in the area. (–) TERMINAL ANTIDOTE: If electrolyte gets Battery handling differs according into your eyes, flush thoroughly to the type of the battery and the with warm water for at least 15 instructions described below might minutes and call a physician...
Page 154: Outboard Motor Position
32ZZ4641.book 154 ページ２０１８年８月３日　金曜日　午前９時４４分 STORAGE Outboard Motor Position CASE PROTECTOR UPPER LEVEL (starboard side turned down as shown.) OUTBOARD MOTOR STAND Horizontal transport or storage: 3. Fill the battery with distilled water Transport and store the outboard to the upper level line. Never Rest the outboard motor on the case motor either vertically or overfill the battery.
Page 155: Disposal
32ZZ4641.book 155 ページ２０１８年８月３日　金曜日　午前９時４４分 14. DISPOSAL To protect the environment, do not dispose of this product, battery, engine oil, etc. carelessly by leaving them in the waste. Observe the local laws and regulations or consult your dealer for disposal.
Page 156: Troubleshooting
32ZZ4641.book 156 ページ２０１８年８月３日　金曜日　午前９時４４分 15. TROUBLESHOOTING WARNING SYSTEM COMES ON SYMPTOM POSSIBLE CAUSE REMEDY Overheat warning system comes on: Cooling water intake port clogged. Clean the cooling water intake port. • Overheat indicator comes on. Spark plugs have improper heat range. Replace the spark plugs (see page 134). •...
Page 157: Specifications
– 4° to 12° (when Transom angle is 12°) Tilt up angle 63° (when Transom angle is 12°) Transom angle 8°, 12°, 16°, 20°, 24° Remote control — steering system * Without battery cable, with propeller Honda outboards are power rated in accordance with ISO8665 (propeller shaft output).
Page 158 – 4° to 12° (when Transom angle is 12°) Tilt up angle 63° (when Transom angle is 12°) Transom angle 8°, 12°, 16°, 20°, 24° Remote control Motor-mounted steering system * Without battery cable, with propeller Honda outboards are power rated in accordance with ISO8665 (propeller shaft output).
Page 159 – 4° to 12° (when Transom angle is 12°) Tilt up angle 63° (when Transom angle is 12°) Transom angle 8°, 12°, 16°, 20°, 24° Remote control — steering system * Without battery cable, with propeller Honda outboards are power rated in accordance with ISO8665 (propeller shaft output).
Page 160 – 4° to 12° (when Transom angle is 12°) Tilt up angle 63° (when Transom angle is 12°) Transom angle 8°, 12°, 16°, 20°, 24° Remote control Motor-mounted steering system * Without battery cable, with propeller Honda outboards are power rated in accordance with ISO8665 (propeller shaft output).
Page 161 Tilt up angle 63° (when Transom angle is 12°) Transom angle 8°, 12°, 16°, 20°, 24° Remote control Motor-mounted — steering system * Without battery cable, with propeller Honda outboards are power rated in accordance with ISO8665 (propeller shaft output).
Page 162 32ZZ4641.book 162 ページ２０１８年８月３日　金曜日　午前９時４４分 SPECIFICATIONS Noise and Vibration MODEL BF40D K4 BF50D K4 CONTROL SYSTEM T (Tiller handle) R (Remote control) T (Tiller handle) R (Remote control) Sound Pressure level at operator’s ears 83 dB (A) 83 dB (A) 85 dB (A)
Page 163: Major Honda Distributor Addresses
32ZZ4641.book 163 ページ２０１８年１１月１９日　月曜日　午後１時２２分 17. MAJOR Honda DISTRIBUTOR ADDRESSES For further information, please contact Honda Customer Information Centre at the following address or telephone number: For European AUSTRIA BELGIUM CYPRUS FINLAND Honda Motor Europe Ltd Honda Motor Europe Ltd Demstar Automotive Ltd OY Brandt AB.
Page 164 32ZZ4641.book 164 ページ２０１８年１１月１９日　月曜日　午後１時２２分 MAJOR Honda DISTRIBUTOR ADDRESSES For further information, please contact Honda Customer Information Centre at the following address or telephone number: For European (continued) PORTUGAL GREECE ISRAEL MALTA GROW Productos de Forca Saracakis Brothers S.A. Mayer's Cars and Trucks Co.Ltd. -...
Page 165 32ZZ4641.book 165 ページ２０１８年１１月１９日　月曜日　午後１時２２分 MAJOR Honda DISTRIBUTOR ADDRESSES For further information, please contact Honda Customer Information Centre at the following address or telephone number: For European (continued) SLOVENIA SWITZERLAND UNITED KINGDOM AS Domzale Moto Center D.O.O. Honda Motor Europe Ltd., Slough...
Page 166: Ec Declaration Of Conformity'' Content Outline
32ZZ4641.book 166 ページ２０１８年１１月１９日　月曜日　午後１時２２分 18. ‘‘EC DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY’’ CONTENT OUTLINE EN 61000-6-1: 2007, EN 55012:2007+A1:2009 Honda Motor Europe Ltd – Aalst Office Wijngaardveld 1 (Noord V) 9300 Aalst - Belgium...
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Page 171: Index
32ZZ4641.book 171 ページ２０１８年８月３日　金曜日　午前９時４４分 19. INDEX R type ........102 Protection System ACG Warning System ..112 ACG Indicator/Buzzer Anode ......... 117 Function ........41 Disposal ........155 Oil Pressure Warning Operation ........112 System ......112 Anode Overheat Warning Function ........43 ‘‘EC DECLARATION OF System ......
Page 172 Storage Position ..... 154 Tiller Handle Height/Angle Overheat Indicator/Buzzer Adjustment ......66 Function ........40 Propeller Maintenance .......128 Operation ....... 112 Inspection ......... 65 Maintenance Schedule ....130 Over-rev Limiter ......117 Replacement ......146 Major Honda Distributor Selection ........59 Addresses ........163...
Page 173 32ZZ4641.book 173 ページ２０１８年８月３日　金曜日　午前９時４４分 INDEX R Type ........77 Transom Steering ........93 Angle Adjusting Rod ....37 Remote Control Steering Handle Friction ....67 Height ........50 Function ........25 Transporting ....... 123 Identification ......17 Operation ......... 93 Trim Meter Installation Location .....57 Stopping the Engine Function ........
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1 Safety

2 Safety Label Locations

3 Component Identification

4 CONTROLS and FEATURES (H Type)

5 Installation

6 Pre-Operation Checks

7 Starting the Engine

8 Operation

9 Stopping the Engine

10 Transporting

11 Cleaning and Flushing

12 Maintenance

13 Storage

14 Disposal

15 Troubleshooting

16 Specifications

17 MAJOR Honda DISTRIBUTOR ADDRESSES

18 Ec Declaration of Conformity'' Content Outline

19 Index

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