Daily Inspection - TOHATSU MFS 3.5C Owner's Manual

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INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE
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1. Daily Inspection

Perform the following checks before and
after use.
Item
Fuel System
Fuel Tank Cap
Engine Oil
Electrical
Equipment
Throttle System
Recoil Starter
Clutch and
10
Propeller Sys-
tem
Installation of
Motor
Cooling Water
Tools and
Spares
Other parts
Points to Check
• Check the amount of fuel in the tank.
• Check for debris in the fuel filters.
• Check the rubber hoses for fuel leakage.
• Check for crack, leakage, damage in the fuel tank cap.
• Check for crack, damage in the gasket and tether.
• Check for leakage at full close.
• Check for ratchet performance.
• Check the oil level, dirt and entering water.
• Check that the stop switch functions normally and make sure
the lock plate is in right location.
• Check cords for loose connections and damage.
• Check the spark plug for dirt, wear and carbon build-up.
• Check that the carburetor choke valve functions normally.
• Check carburetor linkage is working normally when turning the
throttle grip.
• Check the rope for wear and chafing.
• Check the ratchet engagement.
• Check that the clutch engages correctly when operation the
shift lever.
• Visually check the propeller and shear pin for bent or damaged
blades.
• Check that the split pin is on the propeller.
• Check the clamp screws attaching the motor to the boat for
tightness.
• Check the thrust rod installation.
• Check that cooling water is discharged from the cooling water
check port after the engine has started.
• Check that there are tools and spare parts for replacing spark
plugs, the propeller, etc.
• Check that you have the spare rope.
• Check if the anode is securely installed.
• Check the anode for corrosion and deformation.
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WARNING
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.
Remedy
Fill fuel
Clean or Replace
Replace
Replace
Replace
Replace
Replace
Fill fuel or Replace
Remedy or replace
Correct or replace
Clean or replace
Replace
Correct
Replace
Correct or replace
Adjust
Replace
Tighten
Repair if necessary
Replace