Propeller/Cotter Pin Inspection - Honda Outboard Motor BF115A Owner's Manual

4. PRE-OPERATION CHECKS
Propeller/Cotter Pin Inspection
m The propeller blades are
thin and sharp. Careless handling
of the propeller can result in injury
when checking the propeller:
. Remove the clip of the
emergency stop switch to
prevent accidental engine
starting.
l
Wear heavy gloves when
hadling the propeller.
The propeller rotates rapidly while cruis-
ing. Before starting the engine, check
the propeller blades for damage and
deformation and replace if necessary.
We recommend carrying a spare propeller
and fastening hardwave aboard. If no
spare propeller is available, return to
the pier at low speed and replace.
Consult an authorized Honda outboard
motor dealer for propeller selection.
PROPELLER d
Engine speed varies according to the
propeller size and the boat condition.
Use of the outboard motor outside the
full throttle speed range will adversely
affect the engine and cause serious
problems. Use of the correct propeller
assures powerful acceleration, high top
speed, economy and crusing comfort,
and it assures longer engine life as well.
Consult with your authorized Honda
outboard motor dealer for proper
propeller selection.
1. Check the propeller for damage,
wear, or deformation.
2. Check whether the propeller is
installed properly.
3. Check the cotter pin for damage.
Replace whenever the propeller is
replaced.
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