Propeller Installation - TOHATSU MFS 40A Owner's Manual

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INSTALLATION
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Make sure that the battery leads do not
get stuck between the outboard motor
and boat when turning, etc.
The starter motor may fail to operate if
the leads are incorrectly connected.
Be sure to correctly connect the (+) and
(—) leads. If not, the charging system will
be damaged.
Do not disconnect the battery leads from
battery while the engine is operating, the
electrical parts could be damaged.
Always use a fully charged battery.
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Do not use a batter y that is not recom-
mended. Use of a battery not recommended
can lead to poor performance of, and/or
damage to, the electrical system.
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Note
Minimum battery requirements: 12v 70Ah/
20HR, 512 Cold Cranking Amps (CCA).
Larger capacity battery is required when it
is using freezing condition.
Recommend connecting only the engine
battery cables to the starting battery.
Specifications and features of batteries
vary among the manufacturers. Consult
the manufacturer for details.
* The battery should be purchased sepa-
rately and is not supplied with the out-
board motor.
1. Place the battery box in a convenient
position away from possible water
spray. Securely fasten both the box
and the battery so they do not shake
loose.
CAUTION
CAUTION
2. Connect the positive lead (+) to the
positive terminal (+) of the battery,
and then connect the negative lead
(—). When disconnecting the battery
always remove the negative lead (—)
first. After connecting the positive
terminal (+), securely place a cap on it
to prevent short circuits.
1. Battery cord (red)
2. Battery cord (black)
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3. Propeller installation

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WARNING
Do not begin propeller removal and installa-
t i o n p r o c e dur e w i t h s p a r k p lu g c a p s
attached, shift in forward or reverse, main
switch at other than "OFF", engine stop
switch lock attached to the switch, and
starter key attached, or engine could acci-
dentally start leading to serious personal
injury.
Disconnect battery cable if possible.
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WARNING
Do not hold propeller with hand(s) when
loosening or tightening propeller nut. Put a
piece of wood block between propeller
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