Daily Inspection - TOHATSU MFS 40A Owner's Manual

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1. Daily Inspection

Perform the following checks before and
after use.
Item
• Check the amount of fuel in the tank.
• Check for debris or water in the fuel filters.
Fuel System
• Check the rubber hoses for fuel leakage.
• Check for crack, leakage, damage in the fuel tank cap.
• Check for crack, damage in the gasket.
Fuel Tank Cap
(Option)
• Check for leakage at full close.
• Check for ratchet performance.
Engine Oil • Check the oil level.
• Check that the main switch functions normally.
• Check that the battery electrolyte level and specific gravity
are normal.
• Check for loose connections on the battery terminal.
• Check that the stop switch functions normally and make sure
the stop switch lock is there.
Electrical
Equipment
• Check cords for loose connections and damage.
• Check the spark plugs for dirt, wear and carbon build-up.
• Check the warning buzzer (one beep) and warning LED lamp
(ON for 1 secs.) when key is ON.
• Check that clutch engages correctly when operating the shift
lever.
Clutch and
Propeller Sys- • Visually Check propeller for bent or damaged blades.
tem
• Check the propeller nut is tightened and the split pin is
present.
• Check all the bolts attaching the motor to the boat.
Installation of
Motor
• Check the thrust rod installation.
Power Trim & • Check working of the tilt up and down of the motor.
Tilt
• Check that cooling water is discharged from the cooling
Cooling Water
water check port after the engine has started.
• Check that there are tools and spare parts for replacing
Tools and
spark plugs, the propeller, etc.
Spares
• Check that you have the spare rope and stop switch lock.
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Do not use outboard motor if any abnormal-
ity is found during pre-operation check oth-
erwise it could result in severe damage to
the motor or severe personal injury.
Points to Check
INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE
WARNING
Remedy
Replenish
Clean or replace if
necessary
Replace if necessary
Replace if necessary
Replace if necessary
Replace if necessary
Replace if necessary
Fill oil
Replace if necessary
Replenish or recharge
Retighten
Remedy or replace if
necessary
Correct or replace if
necessary
Clean or replace if
necessary
Repair
Adjust
Replace if necessary
Tighten or replace
Tighten
Replace if necessary
Repair
Repair
Order
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