Daily Inspection - TOHATSU EverRun MX 18E2 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
Electrical
Equipment
Throttle System
Recoil Starter
Clutch and
Propeller System
Installation of
Motor
9
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 that the stop switch functions normally and make sure
the lock plate is there.
• Check cords for loose connections and damage.
• Check the spark plugs for dirt, wear and carbon build-up.
• Check that the choke solenoid and valve for the carburetor
function normally.
• Check if the carburetor and magneto work normally when
turning the throttle grip, and check links for looseness.
• Check ropes for wear and chafing.
• Check the ratchet for engagement.
• Check that clutch engages correctly when operating the shift lever
and remote control.
• Visually check propeller for bent or damaged blades.
• Check the propeller nut is tightened and the split pin is present.
• Check all the bolts attaching the motor to the boat.
• Check the thrust rod installation.
• Check that cooling water is discharged from the cooling water
check port after the engine has started.
• Check that there are tools and spare parts for replacing spark
plugs, the propeller, etc.
• Check that you have the spare rope.
• Check the operation of the 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 or replace
Replace
Remedy or replace
Correct or replace
Clean or replace
Replace
Correct
Replace
Correct or replace
Adjust
Replace.
Tighten
Tighten
Repair
Repair
Repair if necessary
Replace