TOHATSU BFT 150A Owner's Manual page 62

SERVICING YOUR OUTBOARD MOTOR
REGULAR SERVICE PERIOD (3)
Perform at every indicated month or operating 
hour interval, whichever comes first.
ITEM
Fuel filter Replace
(High pressure side)
Thermostat Check
Fuel line Check
Replace
Battery and cable connection Check level-tightness
Bolts and nuts Check-tightness
Crankcase breather tube Check
Cooling water passages Clean
Water pump Check
Emergency stop switch Check
Engine oil leak Check
Each operation part Check
Engine condition (5) Check
Power Trim/Tilt Check
Spark plug Check
Replace
(Optional iridium plug)
Shift Cable Check-adjust
(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.
(4) When operating in salt water, turbid or muddy water, the engine should be flushed with clean water after each use.
(5) Upon starting, check for unusual engine sounds and cooling water flowing freely from the check hole.
(7) Check the fuel line for leaks, cracks or damage. If it is leaking, cracked or damaged, take it to your servicing dealer for replacement before
using your outboard.
(8) Replace the fuel line if there are signs of leaks, cracks or damage.
60
month
Each use After use
20 hrs.
o (7)
Every 2 years (If necessary) (2) (8)
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First Every Every
6 months year
or or or
100 hrs. 200 hrs.
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2 years Refer to
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400 hrs.
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