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WILL NOT BE COVERED BY THE APPLICABLE LIMITED WARRANTY, IF THIS PROCEDURE IS NOT FOLLOWED. PRE-DELIVERY CHECK Be sure that the product has been checked by an authorized TOHATSU dealer before you take delivery. Limited Warranty Please refer to the TOHATSU outboard motor Limited warranty provided to you with this product, the terms and conditions of which, as amended from time to time, are incorporated by reference into the manual.
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Serial Number : To You, Our Customer Thank you for selecting a TOHATSU outboard motor. You are now the proud owner of an excellent outboard motor that will service you for many years to come. This manual should be read in its entirety and the inspection and maintenance procedures described later in this manual should be followed carefully.
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INDEX GENERAL SAFETY INFORMATION 1. SPECIFICATIONS 2. NAMES OF PARTS 3. INSTALLATION 4.PRE-OPERATING PREPARATIONS 5.ENGINE OPERATION 6.REMOVING AND CARRYING THE MOTOR 7.TRAILERING 8.ADJUSTMENT 9.INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE 10.TROUBLESHOOTING 11.TOOL KIT AND SPARE PARTS 12.OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES 13.PROPELLER TABLE...
GENERAL SAFETY INFORMATION NOTICE : DANGER/WARNING/CAUTION/Note Before installing, operating or otherwise handling your outboard motor, be sure to thoroughly read and understand this Owner's Manual and carefully follow all of the instructions. Of particular importance is information preceded by the words "DANGER,"...
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SAFE OPERATION OF BOAT As the operator/driver of the boat, you are responsible for the safety of those aboard and those in other boat around yours, and for following local boating regulations. You should be thoroughly knowledgeable on how to correctly operate the boat, outboard motor, and accessories.
SPECIFICATIONS MF , EF , EP MODEL 25B MF 25B EF 25B EP Item 30B MF 30B EF 30B EP 1,031 (40.6) 652 (25.7) Overall Length mm (in) 391 (15.4) 367 (14.4) Overall Width mm (in) Overall Height S·L mm (in) 1,187 (46.7) ·...
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SPECIFICATIONS MFG , EFG MODEL 25B MFG 25B EFG Item 30B MFG 30B EFG 1,031 (40.6) Overall Length mm (in) 391 (15.4) Overall Width mm (in) Overall Height S·L mm (in) 1,187 (46.7) · 1,335 (52.6) 404 (15.9) · 552 (21.7) Transom Height S·L mm (in) 78 (172)
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NAME OF PARTS EFT , EPT EPT type only *:EFT type only. ① Tilt Handle ○ Drive Shaft Housing ○ Primer Bulb ② Top Cowl ○ Thrust Rod ○ Fuel Connector ○ ○ ③ Bottom Cowl Clamp Bracket Fuel Tank Cap ○...
INSTALLATION 1. Mounting the outboard motor on boat MF, EF, EP type ① To attach the outboard motor to the boat, tighten the clamp screws by WARNING turning their handles. Also, use the bolts to secure Most boats are rated and certified the outboard motor brackets on in terms of their maximum allowable horsepower, as shown on the boat’...
INSTALLATION MFG, EFG, EFT, EPT type CAUTION ② Power Tilt and Gas Assist type Mounting bolts should be installed with the bolt head at inside surface of the transom. Mounting bolts installed with the threaded end at the inside surface of Clamp Screw the transom can cause personal injury.
2. Installing the remote control devices Lock nut Cable joint Remoto control cable WARNING When using other than Tohatsu's genuine remote control box, DO NOT select the one without neutral safety switch that Approx. 10mm prevents in-gear start. (0.39 inch)
INSTALLATION 3. Installing the battery Note Confirm the outboard motor shifts ① Place the battery box in a convenient correctly when the shift lever is position away from possible water placed in Forward and Reverse spray. Securely fasten both the box position.
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INSTALLATION WARNING ② Connect the positive lead (+) to the positive terminal (+) of the battery, Battery generates explosive hydrogen and then connect the negative gas. Be sure to: ● Charge the battery in a well-ventilated lead (−). When disconnecting place.
1. Recommended gasoline types TOHATSU recommend the use of gasoline if its ethanol content is less than 10% or CAUTION methanol content is less than 5%, only in case alcohol free gasoline is not available.
22 PRE-OPERATING PREPARATIONS and also accelerate rusting of engine parts. life. Mixing of the moisture in the engine oil Use NMMA FC-W certified 4-stroke engine can also deteriorate the properties of the oil below. lubricant. 10W-30: is recommended for use in all If the use of gasoline containing alcohol temperature.
PRE-OPERATING PREPARATIONS 3. Break-In Your new outboard motor and lower CAUTION unit require break-in for the moving c o m p o n e n t s a c c o r d i n g t o t h e Operating the outboard motor without conditions described in the following break-in can shorten service life of the...
24 PRE-OPERATING PREPARATIONS 4. Warning system Location of warning horn and lamp If outboard motor encounters an abnor mal condition of fault, the ■ Warning horn warning horn will emit a continuous Located inside the remote control beep or intermittent short beeps for EP models.
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PRE-OPERATING PREPARATIONS Warning indicators, faults and remedy. Warning indicators Engine Engine Description of faults Remedy Low- Over- Sound Lamp (LED) speed speed limiter limiter One beep On for 5 sec. Normal system test when start up ① Continuous Water over temperature ②...
ENGINE OPERATION Before starting ② Attach the fuel connector to the Before starting engine for the first time engine connector. after reassembling engine or off-season The arrow mark on the primer bulb storage, disconnect stop switch lock should be facing the engine. and pull the starter handle completely out approximately 10 times in order to prime the oil pump.
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ENGINE OPERATION MF, MFG, EF, EFG, EFT type ⑤ Place the shift lever in the Neutral ⑥ Set the throttle grip to "START" position. position. Be sure that the shift is in Neutral when starting the engine. This model is provided with start in gear protection.
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28 ENGINE OPERATION MF, MFG type EP, EPT type Engine is equipped with a compression ⑤ Insert the main switch key. release mechanism. ⑥ Set the control lever in the Neutral ⑦ Pull the starter handle slowly until position. you feel engagement, keep pulling Do not raise the free accel lever till you feel less resistance.
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ENGINE OPERATION CAUTION WARNING Do not keep turning starter motor for Be careful that your clothes or other over 5 seconds, or the battery may items do not get caught in the rotating be consumed, potentially making the engine parts. engine starting impossible and/or To prevent accident and injury, do not damaging the starter.
30 ENGINE OPERATION 2. Warming up the engine Engine speeds War m the engine at low engine Idling speed after warming up. speeds for about three minutes. This Remark: In case of cold engine allows the lubricating oil to circulate to starting, idling speed is increased all parts of the engine.
ENGINE OPERATION 3. Forward and reverse MF/MFG and EF/EFG/EFT type WARNING Before shifting into forward or reverse, make sure that boat is properly moored and outboard motor can be steered fully to the right and left. Make sure that no swimmer(s) is ahead or astern of the boat.
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32 ENGINE OPERATION CAUTION ■ Forward Quickly push the control lever to the Be sure to warm up engine well before Forward (F) position 32˚, where the starting cruise. Operating cold engine gear is connected, while lifting up on may cause damage to your motor. the lock button located at the bottom of the control lever grip.
ENGINE OPERATION 4. Stopping EP, EPT type MF, MFG, EF, EFG, EFT type START Stop switch Stop Switch Lock Stop switch lock ① Turn the throttle grip to the slow position. ② Put the shift lever in the Neutral position. Run the engine for 2-3 minutes at idling speed if it has been running at full speed.
ENGINE OPERATION 5. Trim angle The trim angle of the outboard motor can be adjusted to suit the transom angle of the hull, and load conditions. Choose an appropriate trim angle that will allow the anti-ventilation plate to run parallel to the water surface during operation.
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ENGINE OPERATION EFT, EPT type ■ How to use the trim meter (option) The provided Power tilt makes tilt- up/down electrically. It may be used When the trim angle is set as desired, as a power trim and tilt when the take a reading off the trim meter, and record it for future reference.
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36 ENGINE OPERATION ■ Proper Trim Angle ■ Improper Trim Angle (bow rises too The trim angle is optimum when the high) If the trim angle is excessive, the boat is parallel to the water surface while running. bow will rise out of the water and the speed will decrease.
ENGINE OPERATION WARNING 6. Tilt up, tilt down and shallow water operation ● Do not put hand or finger in between MF, EF, EP type outboard motor body and clamp bracket when adjusting trim angle to WARNING prevent injury in case the outboard motor body falls.
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38 ENGINE OPERATION ■ Shallow water operation ② Return to normal running position: WARNING Put the reverse lock lever in the tilt down position, slightly lift up the During shallow water operation, be outboard motor, and then put it careful not to place your hand between down.
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ENGINE OPERATION WARNING MGF, EFG type (Gas Assist type) Do not tilt up or down outboard motor ■ Tilt up when swimmer(s) or passenger is near M o v e ( U P ) l o c k l e v e r t o " F re e " to prevent them from being caught position.
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40 ENGINE OPERATION ■ Shallow water operation WARNING Sub Water During shallow water operation, be Inlet careful not to place your hand between the swivel bracket and the stern bracket. Be sure to tilt the outboard motor down slowly. CAUTION ①...
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ENGINE OPERATION WARNING ◎ If the battery is dead, and the Do not tilt up or down outboard motor p o w e r t r i m & t i l t s w i t c h t h u s when swimmer(s) or passenger is near to inoperative, turn the manual valve prevent them from being caught between...
REMOVING AND CARRYING THE OUTBOARD MOTOR 1. Removing the outboard motor 3. Storing the outboard motor ① Stop the engine. Outboard motor should be stored in a ② Disconnect the fuel connector, vertical position. the remote control cables and the battery cords from the outboard Note motor.
TRAILERING CAUTION MGF, EFG type (Gas Assist type) WARNING The tilt support device supplied on your outboard motor is not intended for towing. Do not go under outboard motor tilted It is intended to support the outboard motor up even if it is supported by support while the boat is docked, beached, etc.
ADJUSTMENT 1. Steering friction 2. Throttle grip Adjust this lever to achieve the Friction adjustment of the throttle desired steering friction (drag) on grip can be made with the throttle the tiller handle. Move lever towards adjustment screw. (a) to tighten friction and move lever towards (b) to loosen friction.
ADJUSTMENT WARNING 4. Trim Tab Adjustment ● Inappropriate adjustment of trim tab If straight-line cruising can not be could cause steering difficulty. After achieved, adjust the trim tab located installing or readjusting trim tab, under the anti-ventilation plate. check if steering load is even. ●...
INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE Care of your outboard motor EPA Emissions Regulations To keep your outboard motor in the EPA (United States Environmental best operating condition, it is very Protection Agency) has emission important that you perform daily and regulations regulating air pollution periodic maintenance as suggested from new outboard motors.
INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE 1. Daily Inspection Perform the following checks before WARNING WARNING and after use. Do not use outboard motor if any abnormality is found during pre-operation check or it could result in severe damage to the motor or severe personal injury. Item Points to Check Remedy...
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INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE Notes Maintaining engine oil If the engine oil is low, the life of the Consult with an authorized dealer engine will be shortened significantly. if the engine oil is milky color, or appears contaminated. ■ Checking oil level ①...
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INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE Washing outboard motor If outboard motor is used in salt ■ Use a drive cleaner water, brackish water or water with a ① Remove propeller and thrust holder high acidic level, use fresh water to (refer to Propeller Replacement). ②...
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50 INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE Replacing the propeller ■ Use flushing attachment. A worn-out or bent propeller will lower ① Remove propeller and thrust holder the motor's performance, and cause (refer to Propeller Replacement). engine trouble. ② Seal the water inlet and sub water Before removing the propeller, remove inlet with tape.
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INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE WARNING Notes Do not hold propeller with hand(s) When inspecting the plug, always clean the gasket surface and use a when loosening or tightening propeller nut. Put a piece of wood block between new gasket. Wipe off any dirt from the propeller blade and anti-ventilation threads and screw in the spark plug to the correct torque.
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INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE Replacing the anode Checking and Refilling Oil in the A sacrificial anode protects the Power Trim & Tilt. o u t b o a r d m o t o r f r o m g a l v a n i c ①...
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INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE CAUTION Do not unscrew the oil plug with the outboard motor tilted down. Pressurized oil in the oil tank may spurt out. ② Recommended oil Use an automatic transmission fluid or equivalent. Recommended oils are as shown below.
54 INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE 2. Periodic Inspection It is important to inspect and maintain your outboard motor regularly. At each interval on the chart below, be sure to perform the indicated servicing. Maintenance intervals should be determined according to the number of hours or number of months, whichever comes first.
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INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE Notes Yo u c a n a l s o u s e N M M A F C - W Your outboard motor should receive certified 4-stroke outboard oil below. careful, and complete inspection at 10W-30: is recommended for use in 300 hours.
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56 INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE CAUTION Replacing oil filter ① Drain oil from the engine. You may be injured due to high engine ② Place a rag or towel below the oil temperatures if you fill engine oil just filter to absorb any spilled oil. after stopping.
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INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE Cleaning the fuel filters and the ② If present, disconnect hoses from fuel tank Fuel filters are provided inside the fuel the fuel connector (male) and the tank and engine. fuel pump. ③ Remove the cup, filter and O-rings WARNING from the fuel filter body.
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58 INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE Replacing gear oil until oil flows out of the upper plug WARNING hole. ● Be sure that outboard motor is secured to transom or service stand, or accidental drop or fall of outboard motor could lead to severe personal injury.
INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE 3. Off-season storage ⑥ Change the gear oil in the gear Before you put your outboard motor case. in storage, it is a good opportunity to ⑦ Apply grease to the propeller shaft. ⑧ Apply grease to all sliding parts, have it serviced and prepared by your dealer.
60 INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE 4. Pre-season check 5. Motor submerged in water ① Check that the shift and throttle After taking your outboard motor out function properly. of the water, immediately take it to (Be sure to turn the propeller shaft your dealer.
INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE 6. Cold weather precautions 7. Checking after striking underwater object If you moor your boat in cold weather S t r i k i n g t h e s e a b o t t o m o r a n at temperatures below 0˚C (32˚F), underwater object may severely there is the danger of water freezing...
TROUBLESHOOTING If you encounter a problem, consult the check list below to determine the cause and to take the proper action. An authorized dealer will always be happy to provide any assistance and information. Possible cause ● Empty fuel tank ●...
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INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE Possible cause ● Short circuit of engine stop switch ● Rectifier failure ● Lack of stop switch lock plate ● ● ● Disconnection of wire or loose ground connection ● ● Blown 20 Amp fuse in the starting circuit ●...
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64 TROUBLESHOOTING Possible cause ● ● Low compression ● Carbon deposits in the combustion chamber ● Incorrect valve clearance Low oil pressure/level, oil pump failure, Clogged oil filter ● ● (Pressure switch ON) ● Insufficient throttle aperture ● ● Insufficient cooling water flow, clogged or defective pump ●...
TOOL KIT AND SPARE PARTS The following a list of the tools and spare parts provided with the motor. Items Quantity Remark Tool bag Pliers 10 × 13 mm Socket wrench Socket wrench 16 mm Service tools Socket wrench handle Screwdrivers Cross-and straight-point Screwdriver handle...
PROPELLER TABLE Use a genuine propeller. A propeller must be selected so that the engine rpm measured at wide open throttle while cruising is within the recommended range. 25: 5,000 to 6,000 rpm 30: 5,250 to 6,250 rpm Propeller Size (Diameter x pitch) Propeller Mark inch Light boats...