TOHATSU MFS 6A3Z 8A3 9.8A3 Owner's Manual page 9

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GENERAL SAFETY INFORMATION
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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. To learn about the correct operation and maintenance of the outboard motor,
please read through this manual carefully.
It is very difficult for a person standing or floating in the water to take evasive action should
he or she see a power boat heading in his/her direction, even at a slow speed. Therefore,
when your boat is in the immediate vicinity of people in the water, the outboard motor
should be shifted to neutral and shut off.
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WARNING
SERIOUS INJURY IS LIKELY IF A PERSON IN THE WATER MAKES CONTACT WITH A MOV-
ING BOAT, GEAR HOUSING, PROPELLER, OR ANY SOLID DEVICE RIGIDLY ATTACHED TO
A BOAT OR GEAR HOUSING.
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SERVICING, REPLACEMENT PARTS & LUBRICANTS
We recommend that only an authorized service shop perform service or maintenance on
this outboard motor. Be sure to use genuine parts, genuine lubricants, or recommended
lubricants.
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MAINTENANCE
As the owner of this outboard motor, you should be acquainted with correct maintenance
procedures. It is the operator's responsibility to perform all safety checks and to ensure
that all lubrication and maintenance instructions are complied with for safe operation.
Please comply with all instructions concerning lubrication and maintenance. You should
take the engine to an authorized dealer or service shop for periodic inspection at the pre-
scribed intervals.
Correct periodic maintenance and proper care of this outboard motor will reduce the
chance of problems and limit overall operating expenses.
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MOUNTING
Outboard motor mounting must be performed by trained service person(s) using lift or
hoist with sufficient capacity.