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Summarization of Contents
Chapter 1 GENERAL INFORMATION
SAFETY INFORMATION
Essential safety precautions and guidelines for operating the outboard motor.
FUELING INSTRUCTIONS
Procedures for safely refueling the outboard motor with gasoline and oil.
PROPELLER SELECTION
Guidelines for selecting the appropriate propeller for optimal motor performance.
START-IN-GEAR PROTECTION
Explanation of the safety device preventing engine start in gear.
Chapter 2 BASIC COMPONENTS
MAIN COMPONENTS
Identification and description of the primary parts of the outboard motor.
OPERATIONS OF CONTROLS AND OTHER FUNCTIONS
Explanation of how to operate various controls and other essential motor functions.
FUEL TANK
Details on the fuel tank's components and functions.
GEAR SHIFT LEVER
Instructions on how to operate the gear shift lever for forward, neutral, and reverse.
ENGINE STOP BUTTON
Description of the engine stop button's function to halt the motor.
THROTTLE CONTROL
Explanation of how to use the throttle control for speed adjustment.
CHOKE KNOB
Instructions on using the choke knob for starting the engine.
Chapter 3 OPERATION
PRE-OPERATION CHECK
Critical pre-operation checks to ensure the motor is safe and ready for use.
STARTING ENGINE
Step-by-step guide for safely starting the outboard motor.
STOPPING ENGINE
Procedures for safely shutting down the outboard motor.
CRUISING IN SHALLOW WATER
Guidelines for operating the motor in shallow water conditions.
Chapter 4 MAINTENANCE
SPECIFICATIONS
Technical specifications and data for the outboard motor models.
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE
Recommended maintenance schedule and tasks for long-term motor health.
CLEANING AND ADJUSTING SPARK PLUG
Procedures for cleaning and adjusting the spark plug.
CHECKING FUEL SYSTEM
Instructions for inspecting the fuel system for leaks or damage.
INSPECTING AND REPLACING FUEL FILTER
Guidance on inspecting and replacing the fuel filter.
ADJUSTING IDLING SPEED
Steps for adjusting the engine's idling speed to the correct setting.
GREASING
Instructions on where and how to apply grease to motor components.
CHECKING PROPELLER; SHEAR PIN AND COTTER PIN
Procedures for inspecting and maintaining the propeller, shear pin, and cotter pin.
CHANGING GEAR OIL
Instructions for draining and refilling the gear oil.
CLEANING FUEL TANK
Procedures for safely cleaning the fuel tank.
INSPECTING AND REPLACING ANODE
Guidance on inspecting and replacing sacrificial anodes for corrosion protection.
Chapter 5 TROUBLE RECOVERY
TROUBLESHOOTING
Guide to identifying and resolving common engine problems and their causes.
TEMPORARY ACTION IN EMERGENCY
Immediate actions to take in emergency situations like impact damage.
STARTER WILL NOT OPERATE
Steps to take if the electric starter mechanism fails to operate.
TREATMENT OF SUBMERGED MOTOR
Procedure for handling an outboard motor that has been submerged.
Chapter 6 INDEX
INDEX
Alphabetical listing of topics and their corresponding page numbers for quick reference.
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