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This manual covers operation and Here’s what they mean: if instructions are not followed. maintenance of the Honda BF350A DANGER Outboard Motor. NOTE: All information in this publication is Indicates serious injury or Gives helpful information.
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NOTE: Note that the types of the outboard motor differ according to the countries where they are sold. BF350A is provided with the following types according to the shaft length and the rotating direction of the propeller shaft. TYPE CODE Example □...
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How to Determine Which Direction the Remote Control Types Propeller Shaft Rotates The remote control type is classified into the following two categories according to the control The direction the propeller shaft rotates can be box position. determined based on whether or not the propeller •...
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Serial Number Locations FRAME SERIAL NUMBER ENGINE SERIAL NUMBER The engine serial number is Record the frame and engine serial numbers for your reference. stamped on the left side of the engine. Refer to the serial numbers when ordering parts, and when making technical or warranty inquiries.
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CONTENTS GASOLINE CONTAINING ALCOHOL ....64 TRIMMING THE OUTBOARD MOTOR ....87 PROPELLER AND COTTER PIN INSPECTION ..64 Trim Support Mode ..........90 REMOTE CONTROL LEVER FRICTION ....66 TILTING THE OUTBOARD MOTOR ......91 FUEL FILTER WITH WATER SEPARATOR Mooring ...............
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CONTENTS 10. TRANSPORTING ............108 FUSE ................130 FUEL LINE DISCONNECTION ........108 Power Harness ............131 TRANSPORTING ............108 Main Fuse ..............131 TRAILERING ..............108 ACG Fuse ..............133 3 A Fuse, 7.5 A Fuse ..........133 11. CLEANING AND FLUSHING ........109 PROPELLER REPLACEMENT ........
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CONTENTS 17. MAJOR Honda DISTRIBUTOR ADDRESSES ..148 18. “UK DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY” CONTENT OUTLINE ..........151 19. ”EC DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY” CONTENT OUTLINE ..........152 INDEX ..................157...
1. SAFETY SAFETY INFORMATION • Do not overfill the fuel tank. After refueling make sure that For your safety and the safety of the fuel tank cap is closed others, pay special attention to properly and securely. these precautions. • Be careful not to spill any fuel Operator Responsibility while refueling.
1. SAFETY Burn Hazards Carbon Monoxide Poisoning • Do not run the engine while the boat is near anyone in the Hazard The engine and exhaust system water. become very hot during operation Exhaust contains poisonous • Attach the emergency stop and remain hot for a while after carbon monoxide, a colorless and switch lanyard securely to the...
2. SAFETY LABEL LOCATIONS These labels are in the locations shown. They warn you of potential hazards that can cause serious injury. The labels are considered permanent parts of your outboard motor. Read the labels and safety notes and precautions described in this manual carefully. If a label comes off or becomes hard to read, contact your Honda outboard motor dealer for a replacement.
2. SAFETY LABEL LOCATIONS CE MARK/UKCA MARK LOCATION [European types] CE MARK/UKCA MARK (1) Model name (2) Engine family name (3) Minor model change code (4) Type name (13) (13) (5) Year code (6) Month code (7) Rated power (10) (8) Dry mass (weight) (with propeller) (11) (9) Country of manufacture...
3. COMPONENT IDENTIFICATION REMOTE CONTROL BOX (optional TOP-MOUNT TYPE (D2 type) (SINGLE OUTBOARD MOTOR TYPE) equipment) REMOTE CONTROL FLUSH-MOUNT TYPE (D1 type) LEVER REMOTE CONTROL LEVER NEUTRAL RELEASE LEVER NEUTRAL RELEASE LEVER POWER TRIM/TILT SELECT SWITCHES SWITCH (DUAL OUTBOARD MOTOR TYPE) REMOTE CONTROL LEVERS POWER TRIM/TILT SWITCH...
3. COMPONENT IDENTIFICATION START/STOP SWITCH PANEL (optional PTT SWITCH PANEL (optional equipment) equipment) POWER TRIM/TILT SWITCH START/STOP SWITCH START/STOP SWITCH DUAL TYPE ALL ENGINE START FOR SINGLE TYPE MULTIPLE OUTBOARD OUTBOARD MOTOR POWER TRIM/TILT SWITCH MOTORS START/STOP SWITCH START/STOP SWITCH TRIPLE TYPE PORT: Port side engine CENTER: Center engine...
4. CONTROLS AND FEATURES REMOTE CONTROL LEVER (D1 type) Shifting gear into forward, reverse, or neutral and engine speed adjustment can be performed with the REMOTE CONTROL LEVER remote control lever. FORWARD It is necessary to pull up the neutral release lever to operate the remote control lever.
4. CONTROLS AND FEATURES REMOTE CONTROL LEVER (D2 type) Shifting gear into forward, reverse, or neutral and engine speed adjustment can be performed with the SINGLE TYPE remote control lever. It is necessary to pull up the neutral release lever to REMOTE CONTROL LEVER operate the remote control lever.
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4. CONTROLS AND FEATURES DUAL TYPE Shifting gear into forward, reverse, or neutral and engine speed adjustment can be performed with the REMOTE CONTROL LEVERS remote control lever. FORWARD: FORWARD Moving the lever to the FORWARD position (approximately 20° from the NEUTRAL position) NEUTRAL engages the gear into forward.
4. CONTROLS AND FEATURES NEUTRAL RELEASE LEVER The neutral release lever on the remote control lever is to prevent (D1 type) accidental operation of the remote control lever. REMOTE CONTROL LEVER The remote control lever does not operate unless it is moved while pulling the neutral release lever NEUTRAL RELEASE LEVER (D2 type)
4. CONTROLS AND FEATURES IGNITION SWITCH POWER SWITCH Key positions: • START: to start the engine. (D1, D2 without START/STOP (Normal Key type) • ON: to run the engine after Switch types) starting. • OFF: to stop the engine START (IGNITION OFF).
4. CONTROLS AND FEATURES HONDA SMART KEY This control is equipped with a NOTE: start/stop switch. (optional equipment) For the Honda Smart Key type, electric power cannot be supplied Normal Key Type to the engine unless the Smart LOCK BUTTON •...
4. CONTROLS AND FEATURES START/STOP SWITCH To start the engine, be sure the power switch is in the ON position, and then press the start/stop switch button. For boats with multiple outboard motors and equipped with the ALL ENGINE START/STOP switch, all motors can be started at the same time at the START/STOP SWITCH press of one button.
Fast Idle Mode Use the [-] switch and the remote control lever to adjust the engine type) The BF350A model uses speed without gearshift when programmed fuel injection, so this warming up the engine. mode will not be needed for Keeping the [-] switch pressed starting.
4. CONTROLS AND FEATURES Trolling Mode When in trolling mode, trolling • If the engine is not finished mode is not released even if you warming up, it cannot go into After the engine warms up, when put the remote control lever in the trolling mode.
4. CONTROLS AND FEATURES SELECT SWITCHES (D2 type) SINGLE TYPE DUAL TYPE NEUTRAL INDICATOR NEUTRAL INDICATOR CRUISE/UP SWITCH FAST IDLE SWITCH CRUISE UP SWITCH 1 LEVER SWITCH TROLL/DN SWITCH ACTIVE SWITCH TROLL/DN SWITCH ACTIVE/FAST IDLE SWITCH TRIM SPT. SWITCH TRIM SPT. SWITCH Select switches are used for operations in the fast idle mode, trolling control mode, one-lever mode, active mode, cruise control mode and trim support mode.
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4. CONTROLS AND FEATURES Indicators on select switches Indicator Flashing The remote control lever is in The remote control lever is in NEUTRAL the FORWARD or REVERSE the NEUTRAL position position Cruise control mode is CRUISE/UP Cruise control mode is on Cruise control mode is off paused Trolling control mode is...
4. CONTROLS AND FEATURES ACTIVE Switch, ACTIVE/FAST FAST IDLE Switch, ACTIVE/ The BF350A model uses programmed fuel injection, so this IDLE Switch FAST IDLE Switch mode will not be needed for For multiple station type, use the If you press the FAST IDLE switch starting.
4. CONTROLS AND FEATURES TROLL/DN Switch SINGLE TYPE After the mode changes to the trolling control mode, the engine After the engine warms up, when NEUTRAL FORWARD the remote control levers are tilted speed is 650 min (rpm). from the NEUTRAL position to the Engine speed adjusting range: FORWARD or REVERSE side by REVERSE...
4. CONTROLS AND FEATURES 1 LEVER Switch (For multiple • If remote controls are mounted CAUTION at two places, the changing of outboard motors type) While in trolling control mode, trolling control mode can be Shifting gear and the engine check whether the mode done only with the remote speed adjustment of all the...
4. CONTROLS AND FEATURES CRUISE/UP Switch • When one-lever mode is Engine speed adjusting range: released, a short buzz sounds Engine speed at mode change If you press the CRUISE/UP switch twice. during cruising with all the remote ±500 min (rpm) (in steps of 50 •...
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4. CONTROLS AND FEATURES • The mode does not change to • The cruise control mode is *: Operation of a certain amount the cruise control mode in the released forcibly in the • If you put the engine speed at following cases.
4. CONTROLS AND FEATURES TRIM SPT. Switch • If you put the engine speed at • When trim support mode is released, a short buzz sounds Pressing the TRIM SPT. switch 3,000 min (rpm), switch to twice. changes the mode to the trim cruise control mode, and use support mode, which the TROLL/DN switch to adjust...
4. CONTROLS AND FEATURES PGM-FI INDICATOR/BUZZER ACG INDICATOR/BUZZER Check the indicators displayed on the multi-function display. (optional equipment) (optional equipment) For information about Multi-function Display Multi-function Display NMEA2000-compatible device displays, refer to the display ACG INDICATOR PGM-FI device's manual. INDICATOR (RED) (RED) The PGM-FI indicator turns on and...
4. CONTROLS AND FEATURES OIL PRESSURE WARNING OVERHEAT INDICATOR/ WATER SEPARATOR BUZZER INDICATOR/BUZZER BUZZER (optional equipment) The water separator buzzer (optional equipment) Multi-function Display sounds when water has Multi-function Display accumulated in the water OVERHEAT OIL PRESSURE separator. INDICATOR WARNING INDICATOR (RED) (RED)
4. CONTROLS AND FEATURES POWER TRIM/TILT SWITCH (D2 type) NOTICE • Excessive trim/tilt angle SINGLE TYPE Power Trim during operation can cause Press the power trim/tilt switch on REMOTE CONTROL LEVER the propeller to raise out of the remote control lever to adjust the water and cause propeller the outboard motor trim angle to ventilation and engine over-...
4. CONTROLS AND FEATURES PTT SWITCH PANEL Power Tilt By using the power trim/tilt switch the operator can change the tilt TRIPLE TYPE DUAL TYPE angle of the outboard motor for shallow water operation, beaching, launching from a trailer, or mooring. When dual type outboard motors POWER TRIM/TILT SWITCH are mounted, tilt them up...
4. CONTROLS AND FEATURES POWER TILT SWITCH MANUAL RELIEF VALVE CAUTION (outboard motor pan) MANUAL RELIEF VALVE Do not operate the power tilt switch on the outboard motor while cruising. You can lose control of your balance, fall, and be injured by the moving outboard, propeller, or boat.
4. CONTROLS AND FEATURES EMERGENCY STOP SWITCH Emergency Stop Switch After tilting the outboard motor, turn the manual relief valve Lanyard/Clip The emergency stop switch clockwise securely. EMERGENCY STOP lanyard is provided to stop the SWITCH LANYARD DANGER engine immediately in the event Check that nobody is under the operator should fall overboard the outboard motor before...
4. CONTROLS AND FEATURES TILT LOCK LEVER (D1, D2 types) WARNING EMERGENCY STOP SWITCH If the emergency stop switch lanyard is not set, the boat might run out of control when the operator, for example, falls STOP overboard and is not able to operate the outboard motor.
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When tilted up to 65° The tilt lock levers of the BF350A can lock the outboard motor at TILT LOCK LEVER (each side) two tilt angles of 65° or 55°.
4. CONTROLS AND FEATURES ANODES Water Screen Removal/Installation 1. Loosen the screws and remove the nuts. ANODE (stern bracket) 2. Remove the water screen (right). WATER SCREEN (LEFT) 3. Remove the water screen (left). SCREW • If the water inlet is clogged with waterweed or mud, remove it.
4. CONTROLS AND FEATURES COOLING WATER CHECK COOLING WATER INTAKE ENGINE COVER LATCHES HOLE PORT Front Front COOLING WATER CHECK HOLE COOLING WATER INTAKE PORT (each side) ENGINE COVER LATCH Side The cooling water is checked here to see whether it is circulating inside the engine properly.
4. CONTROLS AND FEATURES NMEA INTERFACE COUPLER OPERATING HOUR 3. Turn OFF the power switch or ignition switch. NOTIFICATION SYSTEM 4. Turn ON the power switch or ignition switch. (The buzzer will This outboard motor engine sound twice.) counts the number of operating 5.
4. CONTROLS AND FEATURES Reset the hour counter whenever maintenance is NMEA2000-compatible display: performed, whether based on the time interval or the • Follow instructions for the display. number of operating hours. • If the display allows selection of notification to be preset, select “Notify”...
4. CONTROLS AND FEATURES BATTERY SWITCH OFF NOTIFICATION This function alerts the operator that the battery switch is OFF and must be turned to the ON position. If the battery switch is OFF, a buzzer will sound three times during the following situations.
638 mm (25.1 in) installation and operation. 765 mm (30.1 in) Applicable Boat Select an outboard motor which is Select a boat suitable for the correct for the boat transom engine power. height of your boat. Engine power: BF350A: 257.4 kW (350 PS)
5. INSTALLATION LOCATION INSTALLATION HEIGHT OUTBOARD MOTOR INSTALLATION TRANSOM HEIGHT WASHER (6) WASHER (12) BOLT (6) 0 – 25 mm (0 – 1 in) CENTER LINE Install the outboard motor at the ANTICAVITATION PLATE stern, at the center line of the BOAT TRANSOM HEIGHT boat.
5. INSTALLATION OUTBOARD MOTOR ANGLE 2. Set the outboard motor on the Install the outboard motor at the boat and secure with the bolts, best trim angle for stable cruising INSPECTION (cruising) washers, and lock nuts. and maximum power. NOTE: Trim angle too large: Incorrect Standard torque: causes boat to “squat.”...
5. INSTALLATION BATTERY CONNECTIONS To protect the battery from • Keep flames and sparks mechanical damage and to away, and do not smoke in Use a battery which has CCA prevent the battery from falling or the area. (COLD CRANKING AMPERES) 800 tipping over, the battery must be: ANTIDOTE: If electrolyte at –...
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5. INSTALLATION • Do not place the fuel tank NOTICE (+) TERMINAL (–) TERMINAL near the battery. • Be sure to connect the (+) • Battery cable extension: side battery cable first. When Extending the original battery disconnecting the cables, cable will cause the battery disconnect the (–) side first voltage to drop due to the...
5. INSTALLATION REMOTE CONTROL INSTALLATION (optional Remote Control Box equipment) NOTICE • Improperly installed steering system, remote control box, or remote control cable, or installing those of different types could cause an unpredictable accident. Consult an authorized Honda outboard motor dealer for proper installation.
5. INSTALLATION Key Switch Panel START/STOP Switch Panel ALL ENGINE START SINGLE TYPE/ NORMAL KEY WITH START/STOP SWITCH TYPE FOR MULTIPLE OUTBOARD MOTOR OUTBOARD MOTORS NORMAL KEY WITHOUT START/STOP SWITCH TYPE DUAL TYPE OUTBOARD MOTOR HONDA SMART KEY TYPE TRIPLE TYPE OUTBOARD MOTOR...
Select an adequate propeller so Connect the fuel line to the tank that the engine speed at full and the outboard motor. Follow the boat manufacturer’s throttle is BF350A: 5,000 min instructions. (rpm) to 6,000 min (rpm) when the boat is loaded.
6. PRE-OPERATION CHECKS ENGINE COVER REMOVAL/ BF350A is 4-stroke, water cooled 1. Pull all the engine cover latches. outboard motor which uses 2. Remove the engine cover by INSTALLATION unleaded regular gasoline for fuel. lifting it straight up from the Removal It also requires engine oil.
6. PRE-OPERATION CHECKS Installation Side ENGINE COVER Front STRIKER (each side) GROOVE (each side) ENGINE COVER LATCH STRIKER (each side) ENGINE COVER LATCH Side GROOVE (each side) 2. Slide the strikers of the engine cover to the grooves of the rear striker cover. Align the strikers of the engine cover with the grooves of the main body and install the engine ENGINE COVER LATCH (each side)
6. PRE-OPERATION CHECKS ENGINE OIL 4. Rotate the latches as shown. Front Front Push all the latches to lock NOTICE them. • Engine oil is a major factor Lubricate the tip of the striker with affecting engine performance silicone spray to make installation and service life.
6. PRE-OPERATION CHECKS Recommended oil Inspection and Refilling OIL FILLER CAP Use Honda 4-stroke oil or an OIL LEVEL DIPSTICK equivalent high detergent, UPPER LEVEL MARK premium quality motor oil certified to meet or exceed U.S. automobile manufacturer’s requirements for API Service category SG, SH, SJ or SL.
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6. PRE-OPERATION CHECKS When the engine oil is contaminated or discolored, When you check the oil level with the dipstick, you replace with the fresh engine oil (see page 60 for might notice the engine oil appears milky or the oil replacement interval and procedure).
6. PRE-OPERATION CHECKS FUEL • Be careful not to spill fuel WARNING when refueling. Spilled fuel Check the fuel level and refill if Gasoline is extremely or fuel vapor may ignite. If necessary. Do not fill the fuel tank flammable and is explosive any fuel is spilled, make sure above the UPPER LIMIT.
6. PRE-OPERATION CHECKS GASOLINE CONTAINING PROPELLER AND COTTER PIN NOTE: ALCOHOL INSPECTION • Fuel system damage or engine performance problems WARNING If you decide to use a gasoline resulting from the use of containing alcohol (gasohol), be The propeller blades are thin gasoline that contains more sure its octane rating is at least as and sharp.
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6. PRE-OPERATION CHECKS Propeller rotates rapidly while Consult with your authorized COTTER PIN cruising. Before starting the Honda outboard motor dealer for engine, check the propeller blades proper propeller selection. for damage and deformation and 1. Check the propeller for damage, replace if necessary.
6. PRE-OPERATION CHECKS REMOTE CONTROL LEVER 3. Adjust the lever friction when (D2 type) increasing throttle opening and FRICTION boat speed by turning the (D1 type) control lever friction adjuster bolt right or left. COVER 4. Tighten the nut to lock the lever friction.
6. PRE-OPERATION CHECKS FUEL FILTER WITH WATER 4. Loosen the nut. REMOTE CONTROL COVER 5. Adjust the lever friction when SEPARATOR (LOW PRESSURE increasing throttle opening and SIDE) boat speed by turning the control lever friction adjuster bolt right or left. 6.
6. PRE-OPERATION CHECKS BATTERY Battery Inspection Power Harness Fuse: 40 A Check whether the battery fluid is (with a spare fuse) NOTICE between the upper and lower • Battery handling differs levels, and check the vent hole in according to the type of the the battery caps for clogging.
6. PRE-OPERATION CHECKS OTHER CHECKS • POISON: Electrolyte is WARNING poison. Batteries produce explosive ANTIDOTE: gases: If ignited, an explosion – External: Flush thoroughly can cause serious injury or with water. blindness. Provide adequate – Internal: Drink large ventilation when charging. quantities of water or milk.
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6. PRE-OPERATION CHECKS 5. The tool kit for missing spare Parts/materials which should be parts and tools (page 112). installed on board: 6. The anode metal for damage, • Owner’s Manual looseness or excessive • Tool kit corrosion. • Engine Hangers •...
7. STARTING THE ENGINE FUEL PRIMING NOTICE WARNING • Make sure the battery switch Be careful not to spill any fuel. is ON before turning ON the Spilled fuel vapor may ignite. If ignition switch or power ARROW any fuel is spilled, make sure switch.
7. STARTING THE ENGINE STARTING THE ENGINE NOTICE WARNING • To prevent damage to the EMERGENCY STOP SWITCH If the operator does not attach outboard from overheating, the emergency stop switch never run the engine with the lanyard, and is thrown from propeller out of water.
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7. STARTING THE ENGINE (Normal Key without START/ NEUTRAL EMERGENCY STOP REMOTE CONTROL STOP switch type) SWITCH CLIP LEVER START NEUTRAL NOTE: (D1 type) The engine does not start unless IGNITION SWITCH KEY the emergency stop switch clip is NEUTRAL REMOTE CONTROL 3.
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7. STARTING THE ENGINE (Normal Key with START/STOP (Honda Smart Key type) START/STOP SWITCH switch type) 4. Push the start/stop switch. POWER SWITCH NOTE: IGNITION SWITCH KEY When the boat is equipped with 3. Turn the power switch to the 3.
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7. STARTING THE ENGINE NOTICE ENGINE OIL PRESSURE COOLING WATER CHECK HOLE WARNING INDICATOR • If water does not flow out, or if steam comes out, stop the engine. Check to see if the screen in the cooling water intake port is obstructed and NORMAL: OFF remove foreign materials if ABNORMAL: ON...
7. STARTING THE ENGINE ACTIVE MODE (D2 type) 7. Warm up the engine as follows: For multiple station type, use the Above 5°C (41°F) – run the ACTIVE switch or ACTIVE/FAST SINGLE TYPE engine for 2 or 3 minutes. IDLE switch to change the Below 5°C (41°F) –...
8. OPERATION BREAK-IN PROCEDURE Next 60 minutes: Run the outboard motor up to Break-in period: 10 hours maximum of 4,000 to 5,000 min (rpm) or 50% to 80% throttle Break-in operation allows the opening. Short bursts of full mating surfaces of the moving throttle are acceptable but do parts to wear evenly and thus not operate the outboard motor...
8. OPERATION GEAR SHIFTING (D1 type) CAUTION REMOTE CONTROL LEVER Avoid sharp and abrupt operation of the control lever. Operate it moderately. Operate the control lever and raise the engine speed after making sure that the gear was shifted securely. NEUTRAL RELEASE LEVER While pulling the neutral release lever, move the control lever approximately 20°...
8. OPERATION GEAR SHIFTING (D2 type) CAUTION Avoid sharp and abrupt operation of the control SINGLE TYPE lever. Operate it moderately. Operate the control lever and raise the engine speed after making sure REMOTE CONTROL LEVER that the gear was shifted securely. NEUTRAL RELEASE LEVER While pulling the neutral release lever, move the control lever approximately 20°...
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8. OPERATION DUAL TYPE CAUTION Avoid sharp and abrupt operation of the control lever. Operate it moderately. Operate the control lever and raise the engine speed after making sure that the gear was shifted securely. REMOTE CONTROL LEVERS Move the control lever(s) approximately 20° toward the FORWARD or REVERSE position to engage the desired gear.
8. OPERATION CRUISING PTT SWITCH PANEL DUAL TYPE TRIPLE TYPE (D1 type) POWER TRIM/TILT SWITCH POWER TRIM/TILT SWITCH 1. Press on the DN (down) of the power trim/tilt switch and trim the outboard motor to the lowermost position. POWER TRIM/TILT SWITCH LOWERMOST POSITION D2 type: When two or more outboard motors are mounted:...
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8. OPERATION (D1 type) DUAL TYPE NEUTRAL RELEASE LEVER FORWARD FORWARD NEUTRAL NEUTRAL REVERSE REVERSE REMOTE CONTROL LEVER REMOTE CONTROL LEVERS (D2 type) SINGLE TYPE 2. Move the control lever from NEUTRAL toward the FORWARD position. D1, D2 types: FORWARD Moving about 20°...
8. OPERATION TROLLING MODE NOTE: NOTE: • When cruising at full throttle, For best performance, passengers note that the engine speed and equipment should be must be in the range between distributed evenly to balance the boat. 5,000 min (rpm) and 6,000 (rpm).
8. OPERATION TROLLING CONTROL MODE You can adjust the engine speed After the engine warms up, when the remote control levers are tilted by 50 min (rpm) every time you (D2 type) from the NEUTRAL position to the press the switch once. You will FORWARD or REVERSE side by hear a short buzz.
8. OPERATION ONE-LEVER MODE (for Continuing to press the switch will If you press the 1 LEVER switch not decrease or increase the when all remote control levers are multiple outboard motors engine speed beyond the lower in the NEUTRAL position, the type) mode changes to one-lever mode.
8. OPERATION CRUISE CONTROL MODE A long buzz sounds once. Velocity adjusting range: • Speed can only be adjusted in – Velocity at mode change ±10 cruise control mode when km/h (in steps of 1.0 km/h) CRUISE/UP equipped with GPS. –...
8. OPERATION TRIMMING THE OUTBOARD (D2 type) NOTE: MOTOR For multiple outboard motors, the SINGLE TYPE trim/tilt angle of all outboard Press UP to raise bow. motors is adjusted at the same time by using the power trim/tilt Press DN to lower bow. switch on the remote control lever and the trim/tilt angle of each outboard motor is adjusted by...
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8. OPERATION Consult an authorized Honda PTT Switch Panel NOTE: Outboard Motor dealer for the For multiple outboard motors, the DUAL TYPE method to adjust the tilt limit trim/tilt angle of all outboard Press UP to raise bow. switch. motors is adjusted at the same Press DN to lower bow.
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8. OPERATION NOTE: CAUTION OUTBOARD MOTOR TRIMMED TOO • Decrease the trim angle to Improper trim angle results in reduce the possibility of unstable steering condition. propeller ventilation on high • Do not trim excessively speed turns. while cruising through •...
8. OPERATION Trim Support Mode Adjusting the trim angle to an In the case of multiple outboard optimum position automatically motors, if you press the power POWER TRIM/TILT SWITCH during acceleration or cruising trim/tilt switch of the remote improves acceleration control in the trim support mode, Press UP to raise bow.
8. OPERATION TILTING THE OUTBOARD The trim support mode is forcibly Pressing UP of the power trim/tilt canceled in the following cases. switch of the remote control lever MOTOR • Trim angle is adjusted beyond or PTT switch panel twice in Tilt the outboard motor to prevent the trim area by the power trim/ succession tilts the outboard...
8. OPERATION Mooring D2 type PTT Switch Panel DUAL TYPE SINGLE TYPE POWER TRIM/TILT SWITCH TRIPLE TYPE POWER TRIM/TILT SWITCH TILT LOCK LEVER (each side) DUAL TYPE Tilt up the outboard motor and use the tilt lock levers when POWER TRIM/TILT SWITCH mooring the boat.
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8. OPERATION When tilted up to 65° NOTE: NOTE: Before tilting it up, leave the If it is not possible to tilt up to 65°, TILT LOCK LEVER (each side) outboard motor in the running due to the hull, lock the outboard position for one minute after motor at 55°.
8. OPERATION Automatic Tilt Mode NOTICE TRIM ROD • Do not start the engine while If you press the power trim/tilt the tilt lock lever is locked. switch twice in succession while There is a risk of damaging the boat is stopped, the automatic the engine.
8. OPERATION Power Tilt Switch (outboard When you press “DN” on the • Any of the engines are power trim/tilt switch twice in abnormal (overheating, low oil motor pan) succession, the buzzer sounds pressure, etc.) POWER TILT SWITCH once at a long interval, and the Before you can use the automatic outboard motor is automatically tilt function, you need to set it in...
8. OPERATION Manual Relief Valve After tilting up/down manually, CAUTION close the manual relief valve to MANUAL RELIEF VALVE Do not operate this power tilt lock the outboard motor in switch on the outboard motor position. while cruising. You can lose DANGER control of your balance, fall, and be injured by the moving...
8. OPERATION ENGINE PROTECTION When activated, the engine speed Each warning system of PGM-FI, will decrease gradually and the oil ACG , oil pressure, overheat, and SYSTEM pressure warning indicator will water contamination is activated Engine Oil Pressure, turn ON and the overheat as described in the following Overheat, Water indicator will turn ON.
8. OPERATION Display type System INDICATOR BUZZER WARNING Power Oil pressure Overheat PGM-FI CORRESPONDING LEVEL Reduction warning (Red) (Red) (Red) SYSTEM Symptom (Red) During operation Low oil pressure ON (continuously) Warning level 1 Overheat ON (continuously) Warning level 1 Alternating ON and OFF ACG warning (at long intervals) Warning level 2...
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8. OPERATION When the oil pressure warning NOTE: COOLING WATER CHECK HOLE system is activated: If the engine is turned off after 1. Stop the engine immediately running at full throttle, the engine and check the engine oil level temperature may rise above (see page 60).
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8. OPERATION When the PGM-FI is activated: 1. Consult with an authorized Honda outboard motor dealer. When the ACG warning system is activated. 1. Check the battery (see page 68). If the battery is OK, consult with an authorized Honda outboard motor dealer.
8. OPERATION Over-rev Limiter Anodes Correct or service as necessary by contacting your authorized This outboard motor is equipped ANODE (stern bracket) Honda outboard motor dealer. with an engine over-rev limiter which activates when the engine speed increases excessively. The over-rev limiter can be activated while cruising, tilting up the outboard motor, or when...
8. OPERATION Power Reduction SHALLOW WATER OPERATION There are also 2 small sacrificial anodes in the water passages of NOTICE the engine block. • Excessive trim/tilt angle during operation can cause the propeller to raise out of Power reduction the water and cause propeller ventilation and engine over- This outboard motor is equipped revving.
8. OPERATION MULTIPLE OUTBOARD NOTICE MOTORS • If one outboard is down and another outboard is tilted all On boats equipped with more the way up, it may cause than one outboard motor, all extreme steering angles that motors normally operate at the can cause the outboard same time.
9. STOPPING THE ENGINE EMERGENCY ENGINE STOP If the emergency stop switch is NOTICE activated while the engine is (D1, D2 types) • After stopping the engine, be running, the engine will shut sure to turn OFF the ignition EMERGENCY STOP SWITCH down abruptly and the boat will switch or power switch before quickly decelerate, potentially...
9. STOPPING THE ENGINE NORMAL ENGINE STOP D2 type NOTE: It is a good idea to stop the NEUTRAL Normal Key with START/ engine with the emergency stop STOP switch type switch lanyard from time to time to be sure that the emergency D1 type stop switch is operating properly.
9. STOPPING THE ENGINE Honda Smart Key type 4. When the boat is not being START/STOP SWITCH used, remove and store the emergency stop switch clip and lanyard. Normal Key without START/ STOP switch type D1 type POWER SWITCH NEUTRAL 2.
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9. STOPPING THE ENGINE D2 type 3. When the boat is not being used, remove and store the NEUTRAL ignition switch key and the emergency stop switch clip and lanyard. IGNITION SWITCH KEY 2. Turn the ignition switch key to the OFF position to stop the NEUTRAL engine.
10. TRANSPORTING FUEL LINE DISCONNECTION TRANSPORTING The outboard motor should be trailered in the normal running Before transporting the outboard Consult an authorized Honda position. If there is insufficient motor, disconnect and remove the outboard motor dealer when road clearance in this position, fuel line.
11. CLEANING AND FLUSHING After each use in salt water or NOTICE AIR INTAKES EXHAUST PORT dirty water, thoroughly clean and • Be careful not to spray water flush the outboard motor with into the air intakes and the fresh water. exhaust port.
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11. CLEANING AND FLUSHING 7. After flushing, remove the water COOLING WATER INTAKE PORT FLUSH PLUG WATER HOSE hose and water hose joint and (each side) CONNECTOR reinstall the flush plug connector. 8. Tilt up the outboard motor and move the tilt lock levers to the LOCK position (see page 43).
12. MAINTENANCE Periodic maintenance and NOTICE adjustment are important to keep • If the engine must be run, the outboard motor in the best make sure there is water at operating condition. Service and least 100 mm (4 in) above the inspect according to the anticavitation plate, MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE.
12. MAINTENANCE TOOL KIT AND OWNER’S MANUAL (Tool kit does not come with Counter Rotation Types) The following tools and owner’s manual are supplied with the outboard motor for maintenance, adjustment, and emergency repairs. TOOL BAG Spare Emergency Stop Switch Clip (optional equipment) OWNER’S MANUAL A spare emergency stop switch clip is available from...
12. MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE REGULAR SERVICE PERIOD (3) First Every 6 Every 6 Every Every 2 Perform at every indicated month Each After month months years or Refer to year or years or or operating hour interval, or 20 or 100 1,200 page whichever comes first.
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12. MAINTENANCE REGULAR SERVICE PERIOD (3) First Every 6 Every 6 Every Every 2 Perform at every indicated month Each After month months years or Refer to year or years or or operating hour interval, or 20 or 100 1,200 page whichever comes first.
12. MAINTENANCE ENGINE OIL Engine Oil Replacement SEALING WASHER (Replace) OIL DRAIN GUIDE OIL FILLER CAP Insufficient or contaminated engine oil adversely affects the service life of the sliding and moving parts. Oil change interval: 20 operating hours after the date of purchase or first month for initial replacement, then every 100 operating hours or 6 months.
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12. MAINTENANCE NOTE: OIL LEVEL DIPSTICK Please dispose of used outboard UPPER LEVEL MARK motor oil in a manner that is compatible with the environment. We suggest you take it in a sealed container to your local service station for reclamation. Do not throw it in the trash or pour it on the ground.
12. MAINTENANCE SPARK PLUGS Standard Spark Plug REAR STRIKER GUIDE COVER (Iridium) PROJECTION To ensure proper engine GROMMET operation, the spark plugs must Check interval: be properly gapped and free of Every 200 operating hours or deposits. every year. CAUTION Recommended spark plug: The spark plugs become very ILZKAR7S11E (NGK)
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12. MAINTENANCE SPARK PLUG WRENCH LOCK TAB WIRE CONNECTOR New plug Plug needing replacement BOLT SIDE ELECTRODE EYE WRENCH IGNITION COIL SEALING WASHER 7. Use the spark plug wrench and 5. Disconnect the wire connector eye wrench to remove the spark from the ignition coil by plugs.
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12. MAINTENANCE 2.Replace a spark plug if the 9. These spark plugs have an SIDE ELECTRODE central electrode is worn. iridium coated center electrode. The spark plug can wear out Be sure to observe the in different ways. following when servicing If the sealing washer shows iridium spark plugs.
12. MAINTENANCE Optional Spark Plug (Nickel) 11. After the spark plugs are 12. Push the wire connector onto seated, tighten them with a the ignition coil. Make sure it Check-clean/Replace interval: spark plug wrench to locks in place. Every 100 operating hours or 6 compress the washers.
12. MAINTENANCE LUBRICATION Inspection and Cleaning SIDE ELECTRODE Wipe the outside of the engine with a cloth dipped in clean oil. – 1.1 mm Apply marine anticorrosion grease – (0.039 0.043 in) to the following parts: Lubrication interval: SEALING WASHER 20 hours or a month after the date of purchase for initial lubrication, then every 100 hours or 6 months.
12. MAINTENANCE FUEL FILTER WITH WATER Replacement interval: Every 400 operating hours or 2 SEPARATOR (LOW PRESSURE years SIDE) FRONT STRIKER GUIDE COVER FUEL FILTER with WATER SEPARATOR (LOW PRESSURE SIDE) Water or sediment accumulated in the fuel filter with water separator GROMMET can cause loss of power or hard PROJECTION...
12. MAINTENANCE Inspection If water has collected in the fuel WARNING filter with water separator, refer to Gasoline is extremely page 126 to remove the strainer flammable, and gasoline vapor cup and empty the water that is can explode, causing serious inside the cup.
12. MAINTENANCE Replacement O-RING (Replace) WATER SEPARATOR HOSE CLIPS FUEL FILTER SUSPENSION STRAP WATER SEPARATOR 2-PIN COUPLER (BLUE) SCREWS RELAY 7. Remove the three screws holding the fuel filter FUEL HOSES with water separator, remove the water or deposit from the inside of the cup. 1.
12. MAINTENANCE EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM NOTE: SCREW If the buzzer sounds, water or The combustion process produces sediment accumulation is found carbon monoxide and to be caused by excessive water or hydrocarbons. Control of sediment accumulated in the fuel hydrocarbons is very important WINDOW filter.
12. MAINTENANCE BATTERY • POISON: Electrolyte is WARNING poison. NOTICE Batteries produce explosive ANTIDOTE: • Battery handling differs gases: If ignited, an explosion – External: Flush thoroughly according to the type of the can cause serious injury or with water. battery and the instructions blindness.
12. MAINTENANCE Battery Fluid Level Battery Cleaning POSITIVE (+) – 1. Disconnect the battery cable at NEGATIVE ( UPPER LEVEL TERMINAL TERMINAL the battery negative (–) terminal, then at the battery positive (+) terminal. 2. Remove the battery and clean the battery terminals and battery cable terminals with a Power Harness...
12. MAINTENANCE FUSE CAUTION WARNING When disconnecting the • Never use a fuse with a battery cable, be sure to different rating from that disconnect at the battery specified. Serious damage negative (–) terminal first. To to the electrical system or a connect, connect at the fire may result.
12. MAINTENANCE Power Harness 4. Pull the old fuse out of the clip 7. Reconnect the battery. with the fuse puller supplied in FUSE HOLDER COVER DESIGNATED FUSE: the fuse box (see page 132). 7.5 A, 15 A, 30 A 5.
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12. MAINTENANCE Fuse No. Rating Component(s) or Circuit(s) Protected MAIN FUSES 200 A ACG, Battery (7.5 A, 15 A, 30 A) 15 A GROUND 15 A Right throttle body 30 A Main relay, Starter relay 7.5 A Remote control box 30 A Shift actuator 15 A...
12. MAINTENANCE ACG Fuse 3 A Fuse, 7.5 A Fuse NOTICE • Disconnect the battery cable ACG FUSE (200 A) 3 A FUSE 7.5 A FUSE at the battery terminal before checking or replacing the ACG fuse. Replacement A spare fuse is located in the fuse holder.
12. MAINTENANCE PROPELLER REPLACEMENT Replacement ANTICAVITATION PLATE A spare fuse is located on the Before replacing the propeller, reverse side of the junction box remove the emergency stop lid. switch clip from the emergency 1. Stop the engine. stop switch to prevent any 2.
12. MAINTENANCE Removal Installation 7. Then, using a torque wrench, tighten the castle nut until the 1. Remove the cotter pin, unscrew Some propeller brands require first available groove in the the castle nut, remove the specific mounting hardware. Refer castle nut aligns with the cotter washer, and then remove the to your specific propeller...
12. MAINTENANCE SUBMERGED OUTBOARD MOTOR Note that the castle nut wrench is not included with the tool set that comes with the outboard motor. A submerged outboard motor must be serviced Contact your Honda outboard motor dealer for immediately after it is recovered from the water in additional tool information.
13. STORAGE FUEL Storage Procedure For longer service life of the outboard motor, have your WARNING NOTE: outboard motor serviced by an Gasoline spoils very quickly Gasoline is extremely authorized Honda outboard depending on factors such as light flammable, and gasoline vapor motor dealer before storage.
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13. STORAGE 1. Remove the engine cover (see 3) Use the primer bulb to supply 6) Confirm that there is no page 58). fresh gasoline to the vapor water or dirt mixed in with 2. Inspect the fuel filter with water separator.
13. STORAGE Vapor Separator Draining 3. Place an approved gasoline VAPOR SEPARATOR container below the fuel drain DRAIN SCREW WARNING outlet. Gasoline is extremely 4. Loosen the drain screw on the flammable, and gasoline vapor vapor separator. can explode, causing serious 5.
13. STORAGE ENGINE OIL BATTERY STORAGE • Keep flames and sparks 1. Change the engine oil (see page away, and do not smoke in NOTICE 115). the area. • Battery handling differs 2. Remove the emergency stop ANTIDOTE: If electrolyte according to the type of the switch clip from the emergency gets into your eyes, flush...
13. STORAGE OUTBOARD MOTOR (+) TERMINAL UPPER LEVEL POSITION – ) TERMINAL Power Harness Fuse : 40 A (with a spare fuse) LOWER LEVEL 1. Disconnect the battery cable at the battery negative (–) 3. Fill the battery with distilled terminal, then at the battery water to the upper level line.
14. DISPOSAL To protect the environment, do not dispose of this product, battery, engine oil, etc. carelessly by leaving them in the waste. Observe the local laws and regulations or consult your dealer for disposal.
15. TROUBLESHOOTING WARNING SYSTEM COMES ON SYMPTOM POSSIBLE CAUSE REMEDY Clean the cooling water intake Cooling water intake port clogged. port. Overheat warning system comes on: • Overheat indicator comes on. Replace the spark plug (see page • Overheat warning buzzer sounds. Spark plug has improper heat range.
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15. TROUBLESHOOTING SYMPTOM POSSIBLE CAUSE REMEDY Clean the water separator (see page 124). Check the fuel tank and fuel line Water separator warning system comes on: Water has accumulated in the water for water accumulation. If the • Water separator warning buzzer sounds. separator.
15. TROUBLESHOOTING EMERGENCY GEAR SHIFTING SHIFT PIVOT NEUTRAL MARK If the gear cannot be shifted, perform shift operation manually according to the following procedures and return to port at possible engine speed. 1. Set the remote control lever in the NEUTRAL position (see page 20-21).
16. SPECIFICATIONS MODEL BF350A Engine: Without oil filter replacement: 10.2 L (10.8 US qt, 9.0 Imp qt) Description BBYJ Oil capacity With oil filter replacement: Code 10.4 L (11.0 US qt, 9.2 Imp qt) Type Gear case: 1.72 L (1.82 US qt, 1.51 Imp qt) Overall length 1,120 mm (44.1 in)
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16. SPECIFICATIONS Noise and Vibration MODEL BF350A CONTROL SYSTEM R (Remote control) Sound pressure level at operator’s ears 78 dB (A) (2006/42/EC, ICOMIA 39-94) Uncertainty 2 dB (A) Measured sound power level 99 dB (A) (Reference to EN ISO3744) Uncertainty...
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NORTH MACEDONIA POLAND SERBIA & Two Wheels ltd Fred Bobek d.o.o. MONTENEGRO Aries Power Equipment M50 Business Park, Ballymount HONDA MARINE Puławska 467 Fred Bobek d.o.o. Dublin 12 Put Gaćeleza 5b 02-844 Warszawa Tel.: +353 1 4381900 HR 22211 Vodice HONDA MARINE Tel.: +48 (22) 861 43 01...
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SLOVENIA SWITZERLAND UNITED KINGDOM Fred Bobek d.o.o. Honda Motor Europe Ltd. Honda Motor Europe Ltd HONDA MARINE Succursale de Satigny/Genève Cain Road Put Gaćeleza 5b Bracknell Rue de la Bergère 5 HR 22211 Vodice Berkshire 1242 Satigny Tel.: 00385 22 444336...
18. “UK DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY” CONTENT OUTLINE UK-DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY STATUTORY REQUIREMENTS The Supply of Machinery (Safety) Regulations 2008 SI 2008 No. 1597 Electromagnetic Compatibility Regulations 2016 SI 2016 No.1091 REFERENCE TO DESIGNATED STANDARDS: EN 61000-6-1: 2007, EN 55012:2007+A1:2009 Honda Motor Europe Ltd Cain Road, Bracknell, Berkshire, RG12 1HL, United Kingdom...
19. ”EC DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY” CONTENT OUTLINE 2006/42/EC on machinery, 2014/30/EU on electromagnetic compatibility EN 61000-6-1: 2007, EN 55012:2007+A1:2009 Honda Motor Europe Ltd – Aalst Office Wijngaardveld 1 (Noord V) 9300 Aalst - Belgium...
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INDEX Numerics Storage ................140 1 LEVER SWITCH ............33, 85 BATTERY SWITCH OFF NOTIFICATION......49 3 A Fuse ..................133 BREAK-IN PROCEDURE ............77 7.5 A Fuse................133 CLEANING AND FLUSHING..........109 ACG Fuse................133 COMPONENT IDENTIFICATION........14 ACG INDICATOR/BUZZER Control and Feature Identification Codes ..... 2 Function................
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INDEX EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM ........127 FUEL LINE ENGINE COVER Connection................57 Latch..................46 Disconnection ..............108 Removal/Installation............58 FUEL PRIMING ................ 71 ENGINE OIL ................60 FUNCTION SWITCH.............. 27 Inspection and Refilling..........61 FUNCTION SWITCH PANEL..........19 Recommended oil ............61 FUSE REPLACEMENT............
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INDEX Operation ................97 KEY SWITCH PANEL ............. 17 ONE-LEVER MODE..............85 OPERATING HOUR NOTIFICATION SYSTEM ....47 OPERATION ................77 LUBRICATION...............121 OUTBOARD MOTOR Angle Inspection............... 52 Installation................51 Main Fuse................131 Storage Position............. 141 MAINTENANCE..............111 OVERHEAT INDICATOR/BUZZER MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE..........113 Function ................38 MAJOR Honda DISTRIBUTOR ADDRESSES....148 Operation ................
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INDEX Operation..............81, 91 PRE-OPERATION CHECKS ..........58 TILT LOCK LEVER ............43, 92 PROPELLER TILTING THE OUTBOARD MOTOR ......... 91 Inspection ................64 TOOL KIT................112 Replacement ..............134 TRAILERING ................108 Selection ................57 TRANSOM HEIGHT ............... 50 TRANSPORTING..............108 TRIM SPT.
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