Daily Inspection - TOHATSU MX 50D2 Owner's Manual

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INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE

1. Daily inspection

Perform the following checks and inspec-
tion before and after use.
Item
Fuel System
Lubrication
System
Electrical
Equipment
Throttle System
Recoil Starter
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Clutch and
Propeller System
Installation of
Motor
Cooling Water
Tools and
Spares
Steering
Devices
Other Parts
Points to Check
• Check the amount of fuel in the tank.
• Check for dust or water in the fuel filter.
• Check rubber pipes for oil leakage.
• Check the amount of engine oil in the oil tank.
• Check for dust or water in the oil filters.
• Check the spark plugs for dirt, wear and carbon built-up. Spark
plugs : NGK B-8HS-10/NGK BR-8HS-10
• Check if the main switch functions normally.
• Check if the battery electrolyte level and specific gravity are
nomal.
• Check for loose connections on battery terminal.
• Check if the emergency stop switch functions normally and
make sure the lock plate is present.
• Check cords for loose connections and damage.
• Check if the choke solenoid and valve for the carburetor works
normally.
• Check if the carburetor and magneto work normally when
turning the throttle grip, and also check links for looseness.
• Check ropes for wear and damage.
• Check the ratchet for engagement.
• Check the propeler for bent or damaged blades.
• Check if the propeller nut is tightened ant the split pin is present.
• Check all the motor installation bolts with the boat.
• Check the thrust rod installation.
• Check that cooling water is discharged from the cooling water
check port after the engine has started.
• To be ready tools and spare parts for replacing spark plugs,
propeller, etc.
• Check if the spare rope is provided.
• Check working of steering handle and remote control.
• Check if the anode and trim tab are securely installed.
• Check the anode and trim tab for corrosion and deformation.
WARNING
Do not use outboard motor on which any
abnormality is found during pre-operation
check, or it could go into trouble during
cruising potentially leading to accident.
Action
Replenish
Clean
Replace
Replenish
Clean
Clean or replace
Remedy or replace
Replenish or recharge
Retighten
Remedy or replace
Correct or replace
Replace
Correct
Replace
Correct or replace
Replace
Tighten
Tighten
Repair if necessary
Replace