Cleaning And Flushing - Honda Outboard Motor BF50 Owner's Manual

Cleaning and Flushing
After each use in salt water or dirty water, thoroughly clean and flush the
outboard motor.
(With Hose Coupler-Optional Part)
1. Wash the outside of the outboard motor with clean, fresh water.
2. Remove the flush bolt.
3. Flush the cooling system, using the hose coupler (optional).
a. Attach a hose from a fresh water faucet to the hose coupler.
b. Remove the propeller.
c. Turn on the fresh water supply to the hose.
d. Start the engine and run in neutral for at least 5 minutes.
(Without Hose Coupler)
1. Wash the outside of the outbnoard motor with clean, fresh water.
2. Remove the propeller.
3. Stand the motor i,n a suitable container of water. The water level must be
at least 4 inches above the anti-cavitaiton plate.
4. Start the engine and run slowly for at least 5 minutes.
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For safety, the propeller must be removed.
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Be sure the outboard motor is securely mounted, and do not leave it
unattended while running.
CAUTION:
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Running the engine without water can cause sixious engine damage
due to overheating. Be sure that water flows from the water check
hole while the engine is running. If not, stop the engine and determine
the cause of the problem.
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Keep clear of moving parts.
HOSE COUPLER
ANTIXAVITATION PLATE