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BFT 60A
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  • Page 1 OWN ER’ S MAN UAL BFT 60A BFW 60A...
  • Page 2 The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm. California Proposition 65 This product contains or emits chemicals known to the state of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm Keep this Owner’s Manual handy, so you can refer to it at any time.
  • Page 3 INTRODUCTION Congratulations on your selection of We suggest you read the warranty a TOHATSU outboard motor. We are policy to fully understand its certain you will be pleased with your coverage and your responsibilities of purchase of one of the finest outboard ownership.
  • Page 4 INTRODUCTION A FEW WORDS ABOUT You will find important safety information in a variety of forms, including: SAFETY • Safety Labels – on the outboard motor. Your safety and the safety of others • Safety Messages – preceded by a safety alert symbol and one of three are very important.

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    CONTENTS OUTBOARD MOTOR SAFETY ........7 TRL (Trolling) Control Switch (optional equipment) ........30 IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION ....7 Tilt Lock Lever ..........31 SAFETY LABEL LOCATION ........ 9 Engine Cover Latches ........31 CONTROLS AND FEATURES ........11 Trim Tab ............32 CONTROL AND FEATURE INSTRUMENTS .............33 IDENTIFICATION CODES .......
  • Page 6 CONTENTS OTHER FEATURES ..........38 Normal Engine Stopping ........61 Overrev Limiter ........... 38 GEARSHIFT AND Portable Fuel Tank (optional equipment) ... 38 THROTTLE OPERATION ......63 Fuel Filler Cap Vent Knob (optional equipment) ..39 Tiller Handle Type ..........63 Fuel Priming Bulb ..........39 LRT Type (remote control) NMEA Interface Coupler ........
  • Page 7 CONTENTS ENGINE COVER REMOVAL AND TRANSPORTING ............106 INSTALLATION ..........80 WITH OUTBOARD MOTOR INSTALLED Engine Oil Level Check ........81 ON BOAT ............106 Engine Oil Change ..........83 WITH OUTBOARD MOTOR REMOVED Engine Oil Recommendations ......84 FROM BOAT ............106 Spark Plug Service ..........
  • Page 8 CONTENTS TECHNICAL INFORMATION ......... 120 Serial Number Locations ........120 Battery ..............121 Emission Control System Information ....121 Star Label .............. 124 Specifications ............126 CONSUMER INFORMATION ........129 Emission Control System Warranty ...... 129 INDEX ................. 134...

  • Page 9: Outboard Motor Safety

    INFORMATION • It is the operator’s responsibility to • Always wear a PFD (Personal provide the necessary safeguards to The TOHATSU BFT60A/BFW60A Flotation Device) while on the protect people and property. outboard motors are designed for use boat.
  • Page 10 OUTBOARD MOTOR SAFETY Refuel With Care Carbon Monoxide Hazard • Gasoline is extremely flammable, Exhaust contains poisonous carbon and gasoline vapor can explode. monoxide, a colorless, odorless gas. Refuel outdoors, in a Breathing carbon monoxide can well-ventilated area, with the cause loss of consciousness and may engine stopped.

  • Page 11: Safety Label Location

    The labels shown here contain important safety information. Please read them carefully. These labels are considered permanent parts of your outboard motor. If a label comes off or becomes hard to read, contact an authorized TOHATSU dealer for a replacement.
  • Page 12 OUTBOARD MOTOR SAFETY PORTABLE FUEL TANK (optional equipment) FUEL CAUTION...

  • Page 13: Controls And Features

    CONTROLS AND FEATURES CONTROL AND FEATURE IDENTIFICATION CODES Model BFT60A BFW60A Type LRTA LRTA Shaft Length ● ● Tiller Handle Remote Control Power Trim/Tilt ● ● Tachometer Trim Meter Rudder Meter Tilt Limit Mechanism Portable Fuel Tank (25 L) TRL (Trolling) Control Switch 50°...

  • Page 14: Component And Control Locations

    CONTROLS AND FEATURES COMPONENT AND CONTROL LOCATIONS LRT Type (remote control) ENGINE COVER ENGINE COVER LATCH (rear) ENGINE COVER FUEL HOSE LATCH (front) POWER TILT SWITCH IDLE PORT PRODUCT TILT LOCK IDENTIFICATION LEVER COOLING SYSTEM NUMBER INDICATOR FLUSH PORT STERN CONNECTOR BRACKET ANODE...
  • Page 15 CONTROLS AND FEATURES ENGINE HANGERS ACG FUSE MAIN FUSE NMEA INTERFACE COUPLER OIL LEVEL DIPSTICK ENGINE OIL SPARK PLUG CAPS ENGINE SERIAL NUMBER FILLER CAP FUEL FILTER/WATER SEPARATOR (inside strainer cup)
  • Page 16 CONTROLS AND FEATURES Remote Control Box Side-Mount Control Type (optional equipment) GEARSHIFT/THROTTLE CONTROL LEVER NEUTRAL RELEASE LEVER POWER TRIM/TILT TRL (Trolling) CONTROL SWITCH SWITCH INDICATORS BUZZER (Oil pressure, Overheat, (inside) Alternator, Malfunction) FAST IDLE LEVER IGNITION SWITCH IGNITION SWITCH EMERGENCY STOP SWITCH EMERGENCY STOP CONTROL LEVER SPARE EMERGENCY STOP SWITCH CLIP...
  • Page 17 CONTROLS AND FEATURES Tiller Handle Type (optional equipment) ENGINE COVER FUEL HOSE ENGINE COVER LATCH (front) ENGINE COVER LATCH (rear) POWER TILT SWITCH IDLE PORT TILLER COOLING SYSTEM TILT LOCK LEVER HANDLE INDICATOR (optional equipment) STERN FLUSH PORT BRACKET PRODUCT CONNECTOR IDENTIFICATION NUMBER...
  • Page 18 CONTROLS AND FEATURES ENGINE HANGERS ACG FUSE MAIN FUSE NMEA INTERFACE COUPLER OIL LEVEL DIPSTICK ENGINE OIL SPARK PLUG CAPS ENGINE SERIAL NUMBER FILLER CAP FUEL FILTER/WATER SEPARATOR (inside strainer cup)
  • Page 19 CONTROLS AND FEATURES GEARSHIFT LEVER TRL (Trolling) CONTROL INDICATORS SWITCH (Oil pressure, Overheat, Alternator, Malfunction) THROTTLE FRICTION ADJUSTER THROTTLE GRIP FUEL HOSE EMERGENCY EMERGENCY STOP STOP SWITCH SWITCH CLIP EMERGENCY STOP SWITCH LANYARD STEERING FRICTION ADJUSTER POWER TRIM/TILT SWITCH IGNITION SWITCH SPARE EMERGENCY STOP SWITCH CLIP IGNITION SWITCH KEY Store the spare emergency stop switch clip...
  • Page 20 CONTROLS AND FEATURES Portable Fuel Tank (optional equipment) Fuel Tank Hose Assembly (standard equipment) FUEL HOSE CONNECTOR FUEL GAUGE PORTABLE FUEL TANK (optional equipment) VENT KNOB FUEL TANK HOSE ASSEMBLY (standard equipment) FUEL FILLER CAP FUEL HOSE JOINT FUEL PRIMING BULB (outboard motor side)
  • Page 21 CONTROLS AND FEATURES Rudder Meter Trim Meter (optional equipment) (optional equipment) Trolling Control Switch Panel Tachometer (optional equipment) (optional equipment) TRL (Trolling) CONTROL SWITCH...

  • Page 22: Controls

    CONTROLS AND FEATURES CONTROLS Emergency Stop Switch Clip and Turning the ignition switch key to the START position operates the starter Emergency Stop Switch motor. The key automatically returns Tiller Handle Type to the ON position when released (optional equipment) EMERGENCY STOP SWITCH from the START position.

  • Page 23: Throttle Grip

    CONTROLS AND FEATURES Throttle Grip The emergency stop switch clip must The throttle grip controls engine be inserted in the emergency stop speed. switch in order for the engine to start An index mark on the tiller arm and run. The emergency stop switch THROTTLE shows throttle position and is helpful lanyard must be attached securely to...

  • Page 24: Throttle Friction Adjuster

    CONTROLS AND FEATURES Throttle Friction Adjuster Gearshift Lever N (neutral) THROTTLE FRICTION R (reverse) SLOWEST ADJUSTER F (forward) GEARSHIFT LEVER SLOWEST RELEASE THROTTLE GRIP THROTTLE GRIP The throttle friction adjuster adjusts The gearshift lever is used to select F resistance to throttle grip rotation. (forward), N (neutral), or R (reverse) The shift lever will not move unless gears.

  • Page 25: Steering Friction Adjuster

    Consult your authorized Less friction allows the outboard TOHATSU outboard motor dealer. motor to turn more easily. More friction helps to hold a steady course while cruising or to prevent the outboard motor from swinging while trailering the boat.

  • Page 26: Lrt Type (Remote Control)

    CONTROLS AND FEATURES LRT Type Side-Mount Control Type Turning the ignition switch key to the START position operates the starter (remote control) (optional equipment) motor. The key automatically returns For panel-mount or top-mount remote to the ON position when released Ignition Switch control information, refer to the from the START position.

  • Page 27: Emergency Stop Switch Clip And Emergency Stop Switch

    CONTROLS AND FEATURES Emergency Stop Switch Clip and The emergency stop switch clip must A spare switch clip (optional Emergency Stop Switch be inserted in the emergency stop equipment) can be stored in the tool switch in order for the engine to start bag.

  • Page 28: Gearshift/Throttle Control Lever

    CONTROLS AND FEATURES Gearshift/Throttle Control Lever N (NEUTRAL) GEARSHIFT/THROTTLE 32° 32° F (FORWARD) R (REVERSE) CONTROL LEVER SHIFT SHIFT MINIMUM MINIMUM THROTTLE OPENING THROTTLE OPENING MAXIMUM MAXIMUM NEUTRAL GEARSHIFT/THROTTLE RELEASE LEVER CONTROL LEVER The gearshift/throttle control lever Moving the control lever 32° from N A friction adjuster adjusts the controls engine speed and selects F (neutral) selects the gear, and further...

  • Page 29: Fast Idle Lever

    CONTROLS AND FEATURES Fast Idle Lever N (neutral) MAXIMUM FAST IDLE LOWEST POSITION FAST IDLE LEVER Use the fast idle lever to accelerate The fast idle lever allows you to engine warm-up after starting the increase the idle speed only when the engine.

  • Page 30: Common Controls

    CONTROLS AND FEATURES Common Controls LRT Type The power trim/tilt switch is located on the tiller handle or on the control (side-mount control) lever. It is a rocker switch with UP Power Trim/Tilt Switch and DN (down) positions for (tiller handle/control lever side) CONTROL LEVER changing the angle of the outboard Press UP to trim...

  • Page 31: Power Tilt Switch (Engine Pan)

    CONTROLS AND FEATURES Power Tilt Switch (engine pan) The power trim/tilt switch located on the outboard (engine pan) is not limited by the tilt limit mechanism (optional equipment for remote control types) and will provide full range of movement. 60° 12°...

  • Page 32: Manual Relief Valve

    CONTROLS AND FEATURES Manual Relief Valve TRL (Trolling) Control Switch Trolling Control Switch Panel (optional equipment) Tiller handle type MANUAL RELIEF VALVE POWER MANUAL (To fix) (To release) TROLLING CONTROL SWITCH TROLLING RIGHT STERN BRACKET CONTROL SWITCH The Trolling Control Switch is a Remote Control Box rocker switch with UP and DN The outboard motor can be tilted...

  • Page 33: Tilt Lock Lever

    CONTROLS AND FEATURES Tilt Lock Lever Engine Cover Latches The engine cover latches fasten the engine cover to the outboard motor. (front) TILT LOCK LEVER FREE ENGINE COVER LATCH LOCK UNLATCH The tilt lock lever is used to support (rear) the outboard motor in the fully-raised position.

  • Page 34: Trim Tab

    CONTROLS AND FEATURES Trim Tab The trim tab compensates for ‘‘torque steer,’’ which is a reaction of the BFT60A model: outboard motor to propeller rotation. If uncompensated, torque steer would make the outboard motor tend to turn to one side. When the trim tab is correctly adjusted (p.

  • Page 35: Instruments

    CONTROLS AND FEATURES INSTRUMENTS Tachometer (optional equipment) Trim Meter (optional equipment) TACHOMETER TRIM METER The tachometer shows engine speed in revolutions per minute. The trim meter indicates the relative Refer to the tachometer when using trim angle of the outboard motor. the throttle and power trim/tilt controls to achieve the best Refer to the trim meter when using...

  • Page 36: Rudder Meter (Optional Equipment)

    CONTROLS AND FEATURES Rudder Meter Fuel Gauge (optional equipment) (optional equipment) FUEL GAUGE The rudder meter shows the boat’s A fuel gauge is built into the fuel tank travelling direction in accordance connector of the portable fuel tank with the rudder angle. (optional equipment).

  • Page 37: Indicators

    ACG INDICATOR MALFUNCTION develops a problem. Have your INDICATOR TOHATSU dealer check for burned- out bulbs or other problems. Under normal conditions, the following (internal buzzer) (internal buzzer) occur when the ignition switch is...

  • Page 38: Oil Pressure Indicator

    CONTROLS AND FEATURES Oil Pressure Indicator When the engine control system When the oil pressure indicator is lit, detects an engine control system oil pressure is OK. Tiller Handle Type malfunction, the malfunction If oil pressure becomes low, the indicator turns on and the buzzer (GREEN) indicator will turn off, and the engine sounds at one-second intervals.

  • Page 39: Overheat Indicator

    CONTROLS AND FEATURES Overheat Indicator Cooling System Indicator When the alert triggers, the overheat indicator comes on and the buzzer Tiller Handle Type COOLING SYSTEM INDICATOR sounds a steady tone as the engine (RED) speed is reduced to 1,800 rpm. If the condition persists for another 20 seconds, the engine shuts off.

  • Page 40: Other Features

    CONTROLS AND FEATURES OTHER FEATURES Portable Fuel Tank The cooling system indicator discharge port can also become (optional equipment) plugged. Overrev Limiter The engine is equipped with an overrev limiter to prevent the possibility of mechanical damage from excessive engine speed. The overrev limiter may be activated during operation, limiting engine speed, if the outboard motor is...

  • Page 41: Fuel Filler Cap Vent Knob (Optional Equipment)

    CONTROLS AND FEATURES Fuel Filler Cap Vent Knob Fuel Priming Bulb NMEA Interface Coupler (optional equipment) ® The NMEA2000 interface coupler VENT KNOB can provide information regarding OUTLET END OPEN engine speed, fuel consumption, and (outboard motor side) various warnings to an existing NMEA2000 network via an optional interface cable.

  • Page 42: Operating Hour Notification System

    CONTROLS AND FEATURES Operating Hour Notification Periodic maintenance is required when either the operating hours or the System time since last maintenance reaches This outboard motor engine counts the prescribed limit. Therefore, the number of operating hours since periodic maintenance may be the last periodic maintenance.
  • Page 43 CONTROLS AND FEATURES <Operating hour notification timing> NMEA2000-compatible display: • Follow instructions for the display. • If the display allows selection of notification to be preset, select Every 100 hours “Notify” (or equivalent). • Turn on the power supply to the 80 hours 100 hours hours...
  • Page 44 CONTROLS AND FEATURES When “Periodic Maintenance” is indicated: 1. Have the periodic maintenance performed without delay after returning to port. 2. Reset the hour counter. If not reset, the maintenance indication will remain in the display, and the hour count until the next maintenance will be in error.

  • Page 45: Anodes

    CONTROLS AND FEATURES Anodes ANODE ANODE (stern bracket) (each side) The anodes are made of a sacrificial material that helps to protect the outboard motor from corrosion. There are two anodes on the gear case, one on the stern bracket and four small anodes in the water passages of the engine block.

  • Page 46: Before Operation

    Be sure to take care of any problem Familiarize yourself with all laws and you find, or have your authorized regulations relating to boating and the TOHATSU dealer correct it, before use of outboard motors. you operate the outboard motor.
  • Page 47 BEFORE OPERATION Safety Inspection • Check that all fasteners are in place • Check that the anodes are securely and securely tightened. attached to the stern bracket and • Before each use, look around and the gear case (p. 96) and are not •...

  • Page 48: Tiller Handle Height/Angle Adjustment (Tiller Handle Type)

    BEFORE OPERATION Tiller Handle Height/Angle Install the height adjustment block Adjustment (Tiller Handle Type) so that the selected angle of the tiller handle is in this position. The tiller handle height and angle can 11.5 in be adjusted to three positions by (293 mm) changing the installation direction of the height adjustment block.

  • Page 49: Operation

    OPERATION SAFE OPERATING BREAK-IN PROCEDURE Next 60 minutes: PRECAUTIONS Run the engine up to a maximum of Break-in period: 10 hours 4,000 to 5,000 rpm, which is about To safely realize the full potential of 50% to 80% of maximum throttle Proper break-in operation allows the this outboard motor, you need a opening.

  • Page 50: Portable Fuel Tank (Optional Equipment)

    OPERATION PORTABLE FUEL TANK Place the portable fuel tank in a well-ventilated location, away from (optional equipment) direct sunlight, to reduce the Gasoline is highly flammable and possibility of a gasoline vapor explosive, and you can be burned PORTABLE FUEL TANK explosion.

  • Page 51: Fuel Hose Connections

    OPERATION FUEL HOSE CONNECTIONS FUEL HOSE FUEL TANK HOSE (outboard motor side) ASSEMBLY CONNECTOR Turn the portable fuel tank vent knob BARB counterclockwise to the open position. HOSE PLUG FUEL TANK HOSE ASSEMBLY HOSE CLAMP (stainless steel) (fuel tank side) 2.

  • Page 52: Fuel Priming

    OPERATION FUEL PRIMING INFREQUENT OR Do not touch the priming bulb with the engine running or when tilting up OCCASIONAL USE If you are using a portable fuel tank, the outboard motor. The vapor turn the portable fuel tank vent knob If your outboard motor will be used separator could overflow.

  • Page 53: Starting The Engine

    OPERATION STARTING THE ENGINE to the operator’s PFD (Personal Flotation Device). N (neutral) Control Page The engine will not start or run Tiller Handle Type ..... 51 unless the emergency stop switch Side-Mount Control Type ..54 clip is in the emergency stop Tiller Handle Type switch.
  • Page 54 OPERATION • Using the electric starter for more START than 5 seconds at a time will POSITION START overheat the starter motor and can damage it. POINTER • Turning the ignition switch key to the START position while the engine is running can damage the starter motor and flywheel.
  • Page 55 OPERATION 6. Before getting underway, allow the During the warm-up period, check engine to warm-up sufficiently to the oil pressure indicator (p. 36), • If the engine is not properly ensure good performance. overheat indicator (p. 37), and warmed up before raising the cooling system indicator (p.

  • Page 56: Lrt Type (Remote Control)

    OPERATION LRT Type The engine will not start or run unless the emergency stop switch (remote control) clip is in the emergency stop N (neutral) switch. Side-Mount Control Type (optional equipment) The emergency stop switch clip EMERGENCY STOP and emergency stop switch lanyard SWITCH system is a safety device that will stop the engine if you fall away...
  • Page 57 OPERATION • Using the electric starter for more ON START than 5 seconds at a time will overheat the starter motor and can damage it. START • Turning the ignition switch key to (LOWEST the START position while the POSITION) engine is running can damage the starter motor and flywheel.
  • Page 58 OPERATION During the warm-up period, check the oil pressure indicator (p. 36), • If the engine is not properly overheat indicator (p. 37), and warmed up before raising the cooling system indicator (p. 37). MAXIMUM FAST IDLE engine speed, the buzzer and FAST IDLE overheat indicator may activate If the indicators show any...

  • Page 59: Emergency Starting

    OPERATION EMERGENCY STARTING (rear) 6 × 25 mm BOLTS ALTERNATOR COVER If the battery is discharged or the starter motor is inoperative, you can start the engine manually using the emergency starter rope supplied with ENGINE COVER the outboard motor. LATCH (front) UNLATCH...
  • Page 60 OPERATION 4. Set the controls the same as for If necessary, rewind the rope and pull normal starting (p. 51 – 53, again. If the engine does not start 54 – 56). after several attempts, refer to TAKING CARE OF UNEXPECTED Turn the ignition switch key to the PROBLEMS from p.
  • Page 61 (p. 37), and cooling system indicator (p. 37). 10. Have your closest authorized TOHATSU dealer check your 8. Leave the alternator cover off, but electrical system and correct the install the engine cover (p. 80) and...

  • Page 62: Stopping The Engine

    OPERATION STOPPING THE ENGINE LRT Type To stop the engine in an emergency, pull the emergency stop switch clip (remote control) out of the emergency stop switch by Emergency Engine Stopping pulling the emergency stop switch Side-Mount Control Type lanyard. (optional equipment) Tiller Handle Type We suggest that you stop the engine...

  • Page 63: Normal Engine Stopping

    OPERATION Normal Engine Stopping LRT Type After cruising at full throttle, cool down the engine by idling for a few (remote control) Tiller Handle Type minutes before stopping the engine. (optional equipment) Side-Mount Control Type (optional equipment) N (neutral) SLOW CONTROL THROTTLE GRIP LEVER...
  • Page 64 OPERATION Tiller Handle Type 2. Turn the ignition switch key to the OFF position to stop the engine. In the event that the engine does not stop when the ignition switch key is turned to the OFF position, pull the emergency stop switch clip out of the emergency stop switch by pulling the emergency stop switch lanyard (p.

  • Page 65: Gearshift And Throttle Operation

    OPERATION GEARSHIFT AND To shift gears, turn the throttle grip to THROTTLE FRICTION ADJUSTER the SLOW position; then move the THROTTLE OPERATION gearshift lever to select the F Tiller Handle Type (forward), N (neutral), or R (reverse) THROTTLE gears. GRIP The engine can be started with the gearshift lever in the N (neutral) position only.

  • Page 66: Lrt Type (Remote Control)

    OPERATION LRT Type To shift gears, move the control lever to select the F (forward), N (neutral), (remote control) or R (reverse) gear. CONTROL LEVER FRICTION ADJUSTER Side-Mount Control Type The control lever cannot be moved CONTROL LEVER from the N (neutral) position unless the neutral release lever is squeezed.

  • Page 67: Steering

    OPERATION STEERING Steering Friction Adjuster LRT Type (remote control) FRICTION STEERING FRICTION Tiller Handle Type PLATE ADJUSTER Steer the boat in the same manner as an automobile. RIGHT TURN LEFT TURN To decrease To increase friction friction (FREE) (LOCK) Use the steering friction adjuster to Move the tiller Move the tiller help hold a steady course while...

  • Page 68: Cruising

    OPERATION CRUISING If engine speed becomes unstable at It is necessary to trim the angle of the high speed due to activation of the outboard motor to compensate for Engine Speed overrev limiter, reduce speed and changes in boat load, weight check the trim angle of the outboard distribution, water conditions, or For best fuel economy, limit the...
  • Page 69 OPERATION Tiller Handle Type LRT Type OUTBOARD OUTBOARD MOTOR MOTOR (remote control) TRIMMED TOO TRIMMED TOO HIGH Side-Mount Control Type Press DN to trim or POWER TRIM/TILT SWITCH tilt the outboard OUTBOARD MOTOR motor down. TRIMMED CORRECTLY Press UP to trim or Press UP to trim or tilt the outboard tilt the outboard...

  • Page 70: Trolling Speed Control (Optional Equipment)

    OPERATION Trolling Speed Control Trolling Control Switch Panel The engine speed can be adjusted in 50 RPM increments by pressing the (optional equipment) UP or DN side of the TRL control Tiller handle type switch. A short sound of the buzzer occurs each time the engine speed is adjusted.

  • Page 71: Trim Tab

    OPERATION TRIM TAB Adjust the trim tab with the engine BFT60A model: stopped. Remove the gear case If steering effort is not equal in both grommet (BFW60A model). Loosen directions, adjust the trim tab to the bolt above the trim tab, turn the compensate for ‘‘torque steer,’’...

  • Page 72: Shallow Water Operation

    OPERATION SHALLOW WATER OPERATION When operating in shallow water, use the power trim/tilt switch (p. 67) to tilt the outboard motor so that the propeller and gear case won’t hit the bottom. Proceed at low speed, and monitor 60° water flow from the cooling system 12°...

  • Page 73: Mooring, Beaching, Launching

    OPERATION MOORING, BEACHING, If more clearance is needed to swing TILT LOCK LEVER the tilt lock lever into the LOCK LAUNCHING (lock position) position, rock the outboard motor Before tilting up, leave the outboard forward slightly by pulling on the FREE motor in the running position for one engine cover grip.

  • Page 74: Multiple Outboard Motors

    OPERATION MULTIPLE OUTBOARD Check that nobody is under the outboard motor before opening the MOTORS MANUAL RELIEF VALVE manual relief valve. If the manual On boats equipped with more than relief valve is loosened (turned POWER MANUAL counterclockwise) when the outboard one outboard motor, all motors (To fix) (To release)

  • Page 75: Servicing Your Outboard Motor

    To ensure the best quality and operation. It will also help reduce air basic hand tools. Other service tasks reliability, use only new, TOHATSU pollution. that are more difficult or require Genuine parts or their equivalents for special tools are best handled by repair and replacement.

  • Page 76: Maintenance Safety

    SERVICING YOUR OUTBOARD MOTOR MAINTENANCE SAFETY Safety Precautions • Read the instructions before you begin, and make sure you have the • Make sure the engine is off before Some of the most important safety tools and skills required. you begin any maintenance or precautions follow.

  • Page 77: Tool Kit And Owner's Manual

    SERVICING YOUR OUTBOARD MOTOR TOOL KIT and OWNER’S MANUAL EMERGENCY STARTER ROPE FLAT SPARK PLUG SCREWDRIVER WRENCH GRIP 10 mm BOX WRENCH EMERGENCY STARTER ROPE TOOL BAG OWNER’S An emergency starter rope is MANUAL FUSE PULLER supplied. Keep the emergency starter rope on the boat, so it will always be available if you need it.

  • Page 78: 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 TOHATSU service manual for service procedures. (3) For professional commercial use, log hours of operation to determine proper maintenance intervals.
  • Page 79 (2) These items should be serviced by your servicing dealer, unless you have the proper tools and are mechanically proficient. Refer to the TOHATSU service manual for service procedures. (3) For professional commercial use, log hours of operation to determine proper maintenance intervals.

  • Page 80: Trim Tab Adjustment

    SERVICING YOUR OUTBOARD MOTOR TRIM TAB ADJUSTMENT BFT60A model: BFW60A model: The trim tab compensates for ‘‘torque LEFT steer,’’ which is a reaction of the GEAR CASE outboard motor to propeller rotation. GROMMET If uncompensated, torque steer would LEFT LEFT make the outboard motor tend to turn to one side.
  • Page 81 SERVICING YOUR OUTBOARD MOTOR RIGHT BFT60A model: BFW60A model: GEAR CASE GROMMET RIGHT RIGHT TRIM TAB TRIM TAB BOLT TRIM TAB TRIM TAB BOLT If less effort is required to make right turns, move the back of the trim tab right.

  • Page 82: Manual Relief Valve

    SERVICING YOUR OUTBOARD MOTOR MANUAL RELIEF VALVE Check that nobody is under the outboard motor before opening the (rear) MANUAL RELIEF VALVE manual relief valve. If the manual relief valve is loosened (turned ENGINE counterclockwise) when the outboard COVER motor is tilted up, the outboard motor POWER MANUAL LATCH...

  • Page 83: Engine Oil Level Check

    SERVICING YOUR OUTBOARD MOTOR Engine Oil Level Check OIL FILLER CAP • Running the engine with a low oil Check the engine oil level with the level can cause engine damage. engine stopped and the outboard • Do not overfill. Overfilling the motor in the vertical position.
  • Page 84 SERVICING YOUR OUTBOARD MOTOR When you check the oil level with the dipstick, you might notice the engine oil appears milky or the oil level has increased. If you notice either condition, change the engine oil. See the following table for an explanation of these conditions.

  • Page 85: Engine Oil Change

    SERVICING YOUR OUTBOARD MOTOR Engine Oil Change DRAIN BOLT TIGHTENING DRAIN BOLT TORQUE: SEALING WASHER An engine oil evacuation device may 17 lbf·ft (23 N·m, 2.3 kgf·m) be used to remove the engine oil. GUIDE Drain the used oil while the engine is Improper disposal of engine oil can warm.

  • Page 86: Engine Oil Recommendations

    SERVICING YOUR OUTBOARD MOTOR Engine Oil Recommendations 4. With the outboard motor in a vertical position, fill to the upper limit mark on the dipstick (p. 81) Oil is a major factor affecting with the recommended oil. performance and service life. Use Engine oil refill capacity: 4-stroke detergent oil.

  • Page 87: Spark Plug Service

    SERVICING YOUR OUTBOARD MOTOR Spark Plug Service 10 mm BOX WRENCH SPARK PLUG WRENCH RECOMMENDED SPARK PLUGS: LMAR6C-9 (NGK) Plug needing New plug replacement Incorrect spark plugs can cause engine damage. 1. Unlatch and remove the engine cover (p. 80). 4.
  • Page 88 SERVICING YOUR OUTBOARD MOTOR 7. After each spark plug seats, tighten SIDE ELECTRODE with a spark plug wrench and 10 mm box wrench to compress the 0.031 – 0.035 in sealing washer. (0.8 – 0.9 mm) If reinstalling used spark plugs, tighten 1/8 –...

  • Page 89: Lubrication Points

    THROTTLE ARM/ (optional equipment) LINK/PIVOT/PLATE THROTTLE ROD/LINK Apply TOHATSU Marine grease to the parts shown below: Lubrication interval: After the first 20 hours or 1 month, then every 100 hours or 6 months (refer to the maintenance schedule on page 76).
  • Page 90 SERVICING YOUR OUTBOARD MOTOR SHIFT LINK BRACKET/ SHIFT PIVOT/SHIFT TILT LOCK LEVER ARM/LINK PIN/PIVOT (each side) PLATE/SLIDE PIVOT/ CLICK SPRING ROLLER UPPER CYLINDER PIN/BUSHING LOWER CYLINDER BUSHING/COLLAR...

  • Page 91: Refueling

    SERVICING YOUR OUTBOARD MOTOR REFUELING 1. Turn the vent knob 3. Press down the pressure relief tab, counterclockwise all the way to and then turn the fuel filler cap 1/4 Portable Fuel Tank open the vent. counterclockwise. Release the pressure relief tab. Wait to relieve (optional equipment) pressure.
  • Page 92 SERVICING YOUR OUTBOARD MOTOR Using the fuel tank mounted in SAFE FILL LEVEL the boat. Gasoline is highly flammable and Check the fuel level and refill if explosive, and you can be burned necessary. Do not fill the fuel tank or seriously injured when above the UPPER LIMIT.

  • Page 93: Fuel Recommendations

    SERVICING YOUR OUTBOARD MOTOR FUEL RECOMMENDATIONS Engine damage or performance problems that result from using a fuel Use unleaded gasoline with a pump with percentages of ethanol or octane rating of 86 or higher. methanol greater than shown above are not covered under warranty. Your outboard motor is certified to If your outboard motor will be used operate on unleaded gasoline.

  • Page 94: Fuel Filter/Water Separator Inspection And Service

    SERVICING YOUR OUTBOARD MOTOR Fuel Filter/Water Separator Inspection and Service Gasoline is highly flammable and The fuel filter is located near the explosive, and you can be burned engine cover latch on the boat side. or seriously injured when handling fuel. Water or sediment accumulation in the filter can cause loss of power or •...
  • Page 95 SERVICING YOUR OUTBOARD MOTOR FUEL FILTER BRACKET FUEL FILTER FUEL HOSES ASSEMBLY FUEL CLAMPS FUEL FILTER HOSES (inside strainer cup) HOSE CLIPS SUSPENSION FUEL FILTER (commercially available) (inside strainer cup) STRAP SUSPENSION STRAP 2. Inspect the filter for water and/or 3.
  • Page 96 SERVICING YOUR OUTBOARD MOTOR Align the center of the FILTER BODY two fuel hoses and the arrow of the suspension strap rib. O-RINGS (Replace) Touch the suspension strap to the lower face FUEL FILTER of the filter body. PROJECTIONS FLOAT (red ring) STRAINER CUP 6.

  • Page 97: Portable Fuel Tank And Tank Filter Cleaning (Optional Equipment)

    SERVICING YOUR OUTBOARD MOTOR Portable Fuel Tank and Tank Fuel Tank 11. Align the white paint on the fuel hoses and the projections of the Filter Cleaning filter body. (optional equipment) Connect the fuel hoses to the fuel filter securely with the hose clamps.

  • Page 98: Anode Replacement

    SERVICING YOUR OUTBOARD MOTOR Fuel Tank Filter Anode Replacement 5 mm SCREW (4) CONNECTOR GASKET FUEL TANK FILTER JOINT (Fuel Hose ANODE ANODE FUEL TANK Connector) (stern bracket) (each side) FILTER 1. Remove the four 5 mm screws The anodes are located on each side using a flat screwdriver, then of the gear case and on the stern Painting or coating the anodes will...

  • Page 99: Propeller Replacement

    SERVICING YOUR OUTBOARD MOTOR Propeller Replacement Installation of the castle nut groove and the cotter pin hole. Before replacing the propeller, 1. Apply marine grade grease to the remove the emergency stop switch propeller shaft. clip from the emergency stop switch TIGHTENING TORQUE LIMIT: to prevent any possibility of the 2.
  • Page 100 SERVICING YOUR OUTBOARD MOTOR 8. Be sure to replace the cotter pin with a new one. • Use a TOHATSU Genuine COTTER PIN stainless steel cotter pin or (stainless) equivalent cotter pin and bend the pin ends as shown. Note that these wrenches are not included with the tool set that comes with the outboard motor.

  • Page 101: Cleaning And Flushing

    CLEANING AND FLUSHING Cleaning and Flushing Flushing With a Garden Hose (commercially available) Do not apply water or corrosion After each use in salt water or dirty inhibitor directly to the electrical water, thoroughly clean and rinse the components under the engine cover, outboard motor with fresh water.
  • Page 102 CLEANING AND FLUSHING FLUSH PORT FLUSH PORT GARDEN HOSE CONNECTOR CONNECTOR GARDEN HOSE JOINT (Commercially available) EXHAUST PORT 5. Screw the flush port connector onto 6. Turn on the fresh water supply and flush the outboard motor for at the garden hose. least 10 minutes.

  • Page 103: Storage

    STORAGE Fuel as gasoline blend, your storage temperatures, and whether the fuel tank is partially or completely filled. Depending on the region where you The air in a partially filled fuel tank operate your outboard, fuel promotes fuel deterioration. Very warm storage temperatures accelerate formulations may deteriorate and fuel deterioration.
  • Page 104 STORAGE Draining the Fuel System 1. Disconnect the fuel tank hose assembly connector from the fuel You can avoid fuel deterioration tank (p. 92). Gasoline is highly flammable and problems by draining the fuel tank explosive, and you can be burned 2.
  • Page 105 STORAGE 5. Tilt the outboard motor up until 8. Check the drained gasoline for the 9. Secure the drain tube to the clamp gasoline flows out of the drain presence of water or along the high pressure fuel hose. tube. contamination.

  • Page 106: Engine Oil

    STORAGE Engine Oil HOISTING THE OUTBOARD 4. After the outboard motor is placed in storage and disconnected from MOTOR 1. Change the engine oil (p. 83). the hoist, install the engine cover. HOIST 2. Remove the spark plugs (p. 85), HOOKS STORAGE PRECAUTIONS and remove the emergency stop...

  • Page 107: Removal From Storage

    STORAGE Any other horizontal storage position PROTECTOR may cause damage to the outboard motor or oil leakage. Cover the outboard motor to keep out dust. Do not use plastic sheet as a dust cover. A nonporous cover will trap moisture, promoting rust and corrosion.

  • Page 108: Transporting

    TRANSPORTING WITH OUTBOARD MOTOR LRT Type WITH OUTBOARD MOTOR INSTALLED ON BOAT (remote control) REMOVED FROM BOAT When trailering a boat with the Use an outboard motor support bar to Secure the outboard motor in either outboard motor attached, always prevent the outboard motor from the vertical or horizontal position disconnect the fuel line from the...

  • Page 109: Problems

    TAKING CARE OF UNEXPECTED PROBLEMS ENGINE WILL NOT START Possible Cause Correction Clip not inserted in emergency stop switch. Insert clip in emergency stop switch. Gearshift lever or control lever not in neutral position. Shift to neutral (p. 51 or p. 54). Throttle grip not in START position (tiller handle type).
  • Page 110 TAKING CARE OF UNEXPECTED PROBLEMS ENGINE WILL NOT START Possible Cause Correction Out of fuel. Refuel (p. 89). Fuel vent closed (portable fuel tank – optional Open fuel filler cap vent (p. 39). equipment). Fuel hose not primed. Squeeze priming bulb (p. 50). Fuel filter or fuel tank filter clogged.
  • Page 111 Use starting procedure (p. 51, 54); if engine still will not malfunction, stuck valves, starter malfunction, switch start, then take outboard motor to an authorized TOHATSU malfunction, or electrical problem in the starting circuit, dealer, or refer to the service manual.

  • Page 112: Hard Starting Or Stalls After Starting

    TAKING CARE OF UNEXPECTED PROBLEMS HARD STARTING OR STALLS AFTER STARTING Possible Cause Correction Throttle grip not in START position (tiller handle type). Turn throttle grip to START position (p. 52). Fast idle lever raised (remote control/side-mount type). Leave fast idle lever in the START position (p. 55). Fuel vent closed (portable fuel tank –...

  • Page 113: Engine Overheats

    Correction Spark plugs faulty, fouled, or improperly gapped. Gap or replace spark plugs (p. 85). Fuel system malfunction, fuel pump failure, ignition Take outboard motor to an authorized TOHATSU dealer, or malfunction, etc. refer to the service manual. ENGINE OVERHEATS...

  • Page 114: Fuses

    TAKING CARE OF UNEXPECTED PROBLEMS FUSES SPARE FUSES SPARE ACG Electric Starter Will Not (10 A, 15 A, 30 A) FUSE (40 A) Operate ACG FUSE (40 A) The 10A, 15A, and 30A fuses protect the electric starter relay and related circuits.

  • Page 115: Fuse Replacement

    2. Remove the fuse case lid. outboard motor to an authorized 3. Use the fuse puller from the tool kit TOHATSU dealer for inspection and to remove the fuses. If a fuse is service, or refer to the service blown, install a replacement fuse of manual.
  • Page 116 TAKING CARE OF UNEXPECTED PROBLEMS ACG Fuse 5. Install a new fuse with the ‘‘40A.’’ SPARE ACG FUSE ACG FUSE RATING: 40 A (40 A) 6. Be sure the fuse case lid is securely locked. ACG FUSE CASE LID 7. Reinstall the engine cover. 8.

  • Page 117: Oil Pressure Indicator Turns Off And Engine Speed Is Limited

    TAKING CARE OF UNEXPECTED PROBLEMS OIL PRESSURE INDICATOR LRT Type If oil pressure becomes low, the oil pressure indicator will turn off, and TURNS OFF AND ENGINE (remote control) the engine protection system limits SPEED IS LIMITED engine speed. If you are at cruising Side-Mount Control Type speed, engine speed will decrease (optional equipment)

  • Page 118: Overheat Indicator Comes On And Engine Speed Is Limited

    30 seconds, and the engine will respond normally to throttle control lever operation. (internal buzzer) 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 TOHATSU dealer.
  • Page 119 30 seconds, return to momentarily. the nearest boat landing, and have the outboard motor inspected by an authorized TOHATSU dealer.

  • Page 120: Submerged Outboard Motor

    If there is a TOHATSU dealership nearby, take the outboard motor to the If the engine was running when it dealer immediately. If you are far...
  • Page 121 9. As soon as possible, take the above the antiventilation plate). outboard motor to an authorized If you are changing the oil filter TOHATSU dealer for inspection while the outboard motor is out of and service. the water, use commercially available ear muffs and water hose to supply water.

  • Page 122: Technical Information

    TECHNICAL INFORMATION Serial Number Locations PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION NUMBER Record the product identification number, the engine serial number, and the date of purchase in the space provided on this page. You will need these numbers when ordering parts, and when making technical or warranty inquiries.

  • Page 123: Battery

    • Do not disconnect the battery cables while the engine is running. contain lead and lead compounds. TOHATSU utilizes appropriate air/ Disconnecting the cables while the Wash your hands after handling. fuel ratios and other emissions...
  • Page 124 Among those acts that constitute conditions. procedures must be followed in order tampering are: to keep the emissions from your TOHATSU engine within the • Removal or alteration of any part emission standards. of the intake, fuel, or exhaust systems.
  • Page 125 Maintenance Emissions The emission control systems on your Follow the maintenance schedule on TOHATSU engine were designed, p. 76. Remember that this schedule is If you are aware of any of the built, and certified to conform with based on the assumption that your...

  • Page 126: Star Label

    TECHNICAL INFORMATION Star Label The Star Label means Cleaner Marine Engine US, Puerto Rico, and US Virgin Islands This engine has been certified as a: A Star label was applied to this outboard motor in accordance with the requirements of the California Air Resources Board.
  • Page 127 TECHNICAL INFORMATION The one-star label identifies engines that meet the Air Resources Board’s Personal Watercraft and Outboard marine engine 2001 exhaust emission One Star standards. Engines meeting these standards have 75% lower emissions than conventional carbureted two-stroke engines. These engines are equivalent to Emission the U.S.

  • Page 128: Specifications

    Full transistor battery Transom angle 8°, 12°, 16°, 20°, 24° Lubrication Trochoid pump pressure lubrication system * Without battery cable, with propeller These TOHATSU outboard motors are power rated in accordance with NMMA procedures and using the ICOMIA standard 28/23.
  • Page 129 Full transistor battery Transom angle 8°, 12°, 16°, 20°, 24° Lubrication Trochoid pump pressure lubrication system * Without battery cable, with propeller These TOHATSU outboard motors are power rated in accordance with NMMA procedures and using the ICOMIA standard 28/23.
  • Page 130 TECHNICAL INFORMATION BFT60A/BFW60A Tune up – – Spark plug gap See page 86 0.031 0.035 in (0.8 0.9 mm) Idle speed 850 ± 50 rpm See service manual Valve clearance Intake: 0.17 ± 0.02 mm See service manual Exhaust: 0.28 ± 0.02 mm Other specifications No other adjustment is needed...

  • Page 131: Consumer Information

    CONSUMER INFORMATION Emission Control System Warranty CALIFORNIA EMISSIONS CONTROL WARRANTY STATEMENT YOUR Your new Tohatsu outboard engine complies with both the WARRANTY RIGHTS AND OBLIGATIONS U.S. EPA and State of California emission regulations. Tohatsu Corporation provides the same emission warranty The California Air Resources Board (CARB) and Tohatsu coverage for outboard engines sold in all 50 states.
  • Page 132 You are responsible for presenting your outboard engine warranty, the part will be repaired or replaced by Tohatsu to a Tohatsu authorized dealer as soon as a problem exists. Corporation. See the Emission Control System Warranty The warranty repairs will be completed in a reasonable Parts table on page 133 for parts description.
  • Page 133 CONSUMER INFORMATION WARRANTY COVERAGE: durability) could result in denial of coverage. If a non-Tohatsu replacement part is used in the repair or See Manufacturer’s Warranty Coverage above for maintenance of your engine, and an authorized Tohatsu warranty coverage terms. This warranty is transferred to...
  • Page 134 Failures other than those resulting from defects in material or workmanship are not covered by this warranty. This Tohatsu Corporation disclaims any responsibility for warranty does not extend to emission control systems or incidental or consequential damages such as loss of time...
  • Page 135 Portable fuel tank, Outboard internal fuel tank, Fuel cap, Fuel Two years, no limit on hours of hoses, Fuel hose joint, Vapor separator, and Carbon canister, use; or the length of the Tohatsu Evaporative All other parts not listed that may affect the evaporative...

  • Page 136: Index

    INDEX Alternator (ACG) Indicator ...........35 Electric Starter Will Not Operate ........ 112 Anodes ................43 EMERGENCY Replacement ..............96 STARTER ROPE ............. 75 ARE YOU READY TO GET UNDERWAY? ....44 STARTING ............... 57 Emergency Stop Switch Clip and Emergency Stop Battery .................121 Switch Will Not Charge ............112 Side-Mount Control Type .........
  • Page 137 INDEX Fast Idle Lever ...............27 Ignition Switch Fuel Side-Mount Control Type ......... 24 Filler Cap Vent Knob (optional equipment) ....39 Tiller Handle Type ............ 20 Filter/Water Separator Inspection and Service ..92 IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION ..... 7 Gauge (optional equipment) ........34 INDICATORS ...............
  • Page 138 INDEX Oil Pressure Indicator ............36 SAFE OPERATING PRECAUTIONS ......47 OIL PRESSURE INDICATOR TURNS OFF AND SAFETY LABEL LOCATION ........9 ENGINE SPEED IS LIMITED .......115 Serial Number Locations ..........120 Operating Hour Notification System ......40 SERVICING YOUR OUTBOARD MOTOR ....73 OPERATION ..............47 SHALLOW WATER OPERATION ......
  • Page 139 INDEX Tachometer (optional equipment) ........33 TAKING CARE OF UNEXPECTED PROBLEMS ...107 TECHNICAL INFORMATION ........120 THE IMPORTANCE OF MAINTENANCE ....73 Throttle Friction Adjuster ............22 Grip ................21 Tiller Handle Height/Angle Adjustment (Tiller Handle Type) ..........46 Tilt Lock Lever ..............31 TOOL KIT and OWNER’S MANUAL ......75 TRANSPORTING ............106 WITH OUTBOARD MOTOR INSTALLED ON BOAT ............106...
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  • Page 141 OWN ER ’ S M AN UAL BF T 60A BF W 6 0A 31ZZ3T12 00X31-ZZ3-T120 5-4, Azusawa 3-Chome, Itabashi- Ku XXX.XXXX.XX Tokyo 174-0051 , Japan Tel: +81- 3 - 3966-3117 Fax:+81-3-3966-2951 PRINTED IN JAPAN www.tohatsu.com...

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