Honda BF40D Owner's Manual page 42

BEFORE OPERATION
Safety Inspection
Look around the outboard motor
for signs of oil or gasoline leaks.
If you are using the portable fuel
tank (standard or optional
equipment), make sure it is in good
condition and properly secured in
the boat (p. 44 ).
Check that the fuel hose is
undamaged and properly
connected.
Wipe up any spills before starting
the engine.
Check the stern bracket to be sure
the outboard motor is securely
installed.
Check that all controls are
operating properly.
Replace any damaged parts.
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Check that all fasteners are in
place and securely tightened.
Check the emergency stop switch
for proper operation (p.
Start the engine. Make sure the
engine stops by pulling the
emergency stop switch clip from
the emergency stop switch (p.
55 ).
Maintenance Inspection
Check the engine oil level (p.
Running the engine with a low oil
level can cause engine damage.
Check to be sure the propeller is
undamaged and the castle nut is
secured with the cotter pin
(p. 88 ).
Check that the anodes are securely
attached to the stern bracket and
the gear case (p. 87 ) and are not
excessively worn. The anodes help
protect the outboard motor from
corrosion.
Make sure a tool kit and the
emergency starter rope are
onboard (p.
missing items.
20 , 25 ).
Check the fuel level in the fuel
tank (p.
Check that the battery fluid is
between the upper and lower levels,
and the battery leads are connected
securely.
). Check the fuel filter for water
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contamination (p.
69 ). Replace any
).
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83 ).