Daily Inspection - TOHATSU MFS 15C Owner's Manual

1. Daily Inspection

Perform the following checks before
and after use.
Item
● C heck the amount of fuel in the tank.
● C heck for debris or water in the fuel filters.
Fuel System
● C heck the rubber hoses for fuel leakage.
● C heck for crack, leakage, damage in the fuel tank cap.
● C heck for crack, damage in the gasket and teather.
Fuel Tank Cap
● C heck for leakage at full close.
● C heck for ratchet performance.
● C heck the oil level.
Engine Oil
● C heck that the main switch functions normally.
● C heck that the battery electrolyte level and specific
gravity are normal.
● C heck for loose connections on the battery terminal.
Electrical
● C heck that the stop switch functions normally and make
Equipment
sure the lock plate is there.
● C heck cords for loose connections and damage.
● C heck the spark plugs for dirt, wear and carbon build-up.
● C heck carburetor linkage is working normaly when
Throttle System
turning the throttle grip.
● C heck the rope for wear and chafing.
Recoil Starter
● C heck the ratchet engagement.
● C heck that the clutch engages correctly when operating
Clutch and the shift lever.
● V isually Check propeller for bent or damaged blades.
Propeller System
● C heck the propeller nut is tightened.
● C heck all the bolts attaching the motor to the boat.
Installation of
● C heck the thrust rod installation.
Motor
● C heck working of the tilt up and down of the motor.
Power Tilt
● C heck that cooling water is discharged from the cooling
Cooling Water
water check port after the engine has started.
● C heck that there are tools and spare parts for replacing
Tools and Spares spark plugs, the propeller, etc.
● C heck that you have the spare rope.
● C heck the operation of the steering handle.
Steering Devices
● C heck if the anode is securely installed.
Other parts
● C heck the anode for corrosion and deformation.
INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE
!
Do not use outboard motor on which any
abnormality is found during pre-operation
check, or it could go into trouble during
cruising potentially leading to accident.
Points to Check
WARNING
Remedy
Replenish
Clean or replace
Replace
Replace
Replace
Replace
Replace
Fill oil
Replace
Replenish or recharge
Retighten
Remedy or replace
Correct or replace
Clean or replace
Correct
Replace
Correct or replace
Adjust
Replace
Tighten
Repair
Repair
Repair if necessary
Replace
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