Overheat Indicator Comes On And Engine Speed Is Limited - Honda BF250A Owner's Manual

TAKING CARE OF UNEXPECTED PROBLEMS
If the throttle is closed suddenly after
full throttle operation, engine speed
may drop below the specified idle
rpm, and that could activate the
engine protection system
momentarily.
If low oil pressure activates the
engine protection system, stop the
engine, check the engine oil level
(p. 64), and add oil if needed.
With the engine oil at the
recommended level, restart the
engine. If the lubrication system is
OK, the oil pressure indicator should
come on within 30 seconds, and the
engine will respond normally to
throttle control lever operation.
If the engine protection system
remains activated after 30 seconds,
return to the nearest boat landing, and
have the outboard motor inspected by
an authorized Honda Marine dealer.
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OVERHEAT INDICATOR
COMES ON AND ENGINE
SPEED IS LIMITED
Side-Mount Type
OVERHEAT
INDICATOR
BUZZER
Panel-Mount/Top-Mount Types
OVERHEAT
INDICATOR
(RED)
BUZZER
If the engine overheats, the overheat
indicator will come on, and the
engine will stop in 20 seconds after
the engine protection system limits
engine speed. If you are at cruising
speed, engine speed will decrease
automatically.
All types are equipped with a buzzer
that sounds when the overheat
(RED)
indicator comes on.
Engine overheating may be the result
of restricted water intake screens, or
there may be a problem with the
cooling system thermostat or water
pump.