TOHATSU MFS 6A3Z 8A3 9.8A3 Owner's Manual page 42

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ENGINE OPERATION
Be careful not to pull the tether acciden-
tally during cruising. Unintentional stop
of engine can cause loss of control of
outboard motor. Rapid loss of engine
power can lead to falling down or caus-
ing passenger(s) to be thrown over-
board.
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Note
Do not increase engine speed unnecessarily
in reverse.
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MF, EF and EFT type
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WARNING
Severe damage, and personal injury, may
occur if shifting at high engine speed.
Engine must be in the slow idle position
before shifting is attempted.
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Forward
Turn the throttle grip to reduce engine
speed. When the engine reaches trolling
(or idling) speed, quickly pull the shift lever
to the Forward position.
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Reverse
Reduce engine speed, when the engine
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R F
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reaches trolling (or idling) speed, quickly
push the shift lever to the Reverse posi-
tion.
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WARNING
Before shifting, make sure that no swim-
mer(s) or obstacle(s) is ahead or astern of
the boat.
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CAUTION
Be sure to warm up engine well before
starting cruise. Operating cold engine may
cause damage to your motor.
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Note
Idle speed may be higher during warming
up of engine. If shifted to Forward or
Reverse during warming up, it may be diffi-
cult to shift back to neutral. In such case,
stop engine, shift to neutral, and restart
engine to warm up.
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Note
Frequent shifting to forward or reverse can
accelerate wear or degradation of parts. In
such case, replace gear oil earlier than the
period specified.