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SERVICING YOUR OUTBOARD MOTOR
MAINTENANCE SAFETY
Some of the most important
safety precautions follow.
However, we cannot warn you of
every conceivable hazard that can
arise in performing maintenance.
Only you can decide whether or
not you should perform a given
task.
WARNING
Improper maintenance can
cause an unsafe condition.
Failure to properly follow
maintenance instructions and
precautions can cause serious
injuries or death.
Always follow the procedures
and precautions in this owner's
manual.
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Safety Precautions
Make sure the engine is off
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before you begin any
maintenance or repairs. This
will eliminate several potential
hazards:
− Carbon monoxide
poisoning from engine
exhaust.
Do not start or run the
engine in a confined or
partly enclosed area.
− Burns from hot parts.
Let the engine and exhaust
system cool before
touching them.
− Injury from moving
parts.
Do not run the engine
unless instructed to do so.
Read the instructions before
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you begin, and make sure you
have the tools and skills
required.
To reduce the possibility of
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fire or explosion, be careful
when working around
gasoline. Use only a
nonflammable solvent, not
gasoline, to clean parts. Keep
cigarettes, sparks, and flames
away from all fuel-related
parts.
Wear gloves when handling
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the propeller to protect your
hands from sharp edges.
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