Forward And Reverse - TOHATSU 40B2 Owner's Manual

3. Forward and reverse

WARNING
!
Before shifting into forward or reverse,
make sure that boat is properly moored
and outboard motor can be steered
fully to the right and left. Make sure
that no swimmer(s) is ahead or astern
of the boat.
WARNING
!
● Attach other end of emergency
stop switch tether to the operator's
clothing or arm and keep it attached
during cruising.
● Do not attach the tether to a part of
clothing that can be torn easily when
pulled.
● Arrange the tether so that will not be
caught by any object when pulled.
● Be careful not to pull the tether
accidentally 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 causing
passenger(s) to be thrown over
board.
WARNING
!
Be sure to connect the emergency
tethered stop hook to your waist or
clothing.
The engine will shut down when the
switch lock becomes disconnected
from the engine.
ENGINE OPERATION
Note
Do not increase engine speed
unnecessarily in reverse.
■ EFO, EFTO type
Turn the throttle grip toward "SLOW"
and move the Shift Lever quickly to
Forward or Reverse when the engine
speed has reached the lowest rpm.
Reverse lock lever
Lock
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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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