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BEFORE OPERATION
Safety Inspection
• Look around the outboard motor
for signs of oil or gasoline leaks.
• If you are using the portable fuel
tank (optional equipment), make
sure it is in good condition and
properly secured in the boat
(p. 47).
• Check that the fuel hose is
undamaged and properly
connected.
• Wipe up any spills before starting
the engine.
• Check the stern bracket to be sure
the outboard motor is securely
installed.
• Check that all controls are
operating properly.
• Replace any damaged parts.
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• Check that all fasteners are in
place and securely tightened.
• Check the emergency stop switch
for proper operation (p. 22 , 2 7 ).
Start the engine. Make sure the
engine stops by pulling the
emergency stop switch clip from
the emergency stop switch (p.
5 9 ).
M aintenance Inspection
• Check the engine oil level (p. 8 0 ).
Running the engine with a low oil
level can cause engine damage.
• Check to be sure the propeller is
undamaged and the castle nut is
secured with the cotter pin
(p. 94 ).
• Check that the anodes are securely
attached to the stern bracket and
the gear case (p. 93 ) and are not
excessively worn. The anodes help
protect the outboard motor from
corrosion.
• Make sure a tool kit and the
emergency starter rope are
onboard (p. 74 ). Replace any
missing items.
• Check the fuel level in the fuel
tank (p. 87 ).
• Check that the battery fluid is
between the upper and lower levels,
and the battery leads are connected
securely.
• Check the fuel filter for water
contamination (p. 89 ).
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