TOHATSU MFS 4C Owner's Manual page 44

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INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE
 Do not replenish engine oil over upper
limit. If overfilled, remove oil to upper
limit. If engine oil is over the upper limit,
it can leak potentially leading to engine
damage.
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Washing outboard motor
If outboard motor is used in salt water,
brackish water or water with a high acidic
level, use fresh water to remove salt,
chemicals or mud from exterior and cool-
ing water passage after every cruising or
before storing outboard motor for long
time. Before flushing, remove the propeller
and the forward thrust holder.
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CAUTION
Keep cooling water passage free of clogs,
or lack of cooling water flow could lead to
engine overheating, potentially resulting in
engine trouble.
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Note
It is recommended to check chemical prop-
erties of water on which your outboard
motor is regularly used.
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WARNING
Do not start engine without removing pro-
peller, or accidentally turning propeller
could cause personal injury.
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WARNING
Never start or operate the engine indoors
or in any space which is not well ventilated.
Exhaust gas contains carbon monoxide, a
colorless and odorless gas which can be
fatal if inhaled for any length of time.
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Use flushing attachment.
1. Remove propeller (refer to Propeller
Replacement). Remove the water plug
from the motor, and screw in the flush-
ing attachment.
2. Attach a water hose to the flushing
attachment. Turn on the water and
adjust the flow. (Be sure to seal the
water inlet, located in the gear case,
with tape.)
3. Start the engine and run it at idle speed
in neutral shift position.
4. Check for a steady stream of water
flowing out of the water pump indicator
hole. Continue flushing the outboard
motor for 3 to 5 minutes, carefully
monitoring water supply at all times.
5. Stop the engine, turn off the water, and
remove the flushing attachment and
tape. Reinstall the propeller.
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1. Flushing attachment (option)
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