Honda BF5A Owner's Manual page 40

3.To carry, hold the motor by the carrying handle, or hold by the carrying
handle and engine cover lock lever as shown here. Do not carry by the
engine cover.
4.Transport and store the motor either vertically or horizontally, as shown
below,with the steering handle raised.
Vertical transport or storage: Attach the stern bracket to a stand.
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Any other transport or storage position may cause damage or oil leakage.
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5.Tilt up the outboard motor, remove the plug cap and disengage the
emergency stop switch clip from the engine stop switch. Pull the recoil
starter several times, and completely drain the cooling water.
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If the outboard motor is put on its side immediately after stopping it
without completely draining the cooling water, water may enter the
engine from the exhaust port. Be sure to drain the cooling water before
putting the outboard motor on its side.
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When pulling the starting grip, be careful not to touch the spark plug
wire.
6. Change the engine oil.
7. Remove the spark plug, and pour about a tablespoon of clean engine oil
into the cylinder. Crank the engine several revolutions to distribute the
oil, then reinstall the spark plug.
8. Slowly pull the starter grip until resistance is felt. At this point, the
piston is coming up on its compression stroke and both the intake and
exhaust valves are closed. Storing the engine in this position will help to
protect it from interal corrosion.
9. Store the outboard motor in a clean, dry area.
NOTE:
Before
storing,
clean, flush, and lubricate the outboard motor as described
on pages 31 and 32 .
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