Daily Inspection - TOHATSU M40D2 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
Lubrication
System
Electrical
Equipment
Throttle System
10
Recoil Starter
Clutch and
Propeller System
Installation of
Motor
Power Trim &
Tilt
Cooling Water
Tools and
Spares
Steering Devices
Points to Check
• Check the amount of fuel in the tank.
• Check for dust or water in the fuel filter.
• Check rubber pipes for fuel leakage.
• Check the amount of engine oil in the oil tank.
• Check for dust or water in the oil filters.
• Check the spark plugs for dirt, wear and carbon built-up.
Spark plugs 40D2 : NGK B-7HS-10/NGK BR-7HS-10
Spark plugs 50D2 : NGK B-8HS-10/NGK BR-8HS-10
• Check if the main switch functions normally.
• Check if the battery electrolyte level and specific gravity are
normal.
• Check for loose connections on battery terminal.
• Check that the stop switch functions normally and make sure
the lock plate is secured.
• Check cords for loose connections and damage.
• Check the choke solenoid and valve to make sure carburetor is
functioning normally.
• Check if the carburetor and magneto are working normally by
turning the throttle grip, and check for any looseness between
the links.
• Check ropes for wear and damage.
• Check the ratchet for engagement.
• Check if the clutch engages correctly when operating the
Remote Control.
• Check the propeller for bent or damaged blades.
• Check the propeller nut is tightened and the split pin is in correct
position.
• Check all the motor installation bolts with the boat.
• Check the thrust rod installation.
• Check working of the tilt up and down of the motor.
• After starting the outboard motor, make sure that water is
being discharged from the cooling water check port.
• To be ready tools and spare parts for replacing spark plugs,
propeller, etc.
• Check if the spare rope is provided.
• Make sure that steering handle and remote control is
functioning normally.
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WARNING
Do not use outboard motor if any abnormal-
ity is found during pre-operation check or it
could result in severe damage to the motor
or severe personal injury.
Action
Replenish
Clean
Replace *1
Replenish
Clean
Clean or replace
Remedy or replace *1
Replenish or recharge
Retighten
Remedy or replace *1
Correct or replace *1
Replace *1
Correct *1
Replace *1
Correct or replace *1
Adjust *1
Replace
Tighten
Tighten