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Honda Marine BF40A Owner's Manual

Honda Marine BF40A Owner's Manual (126 pages)

Brand: Honda | Category: Outboard Motor | Size: 4.22 MB

Table of Contents

Table of Contents
5
Outboard Motor Safety
9
- Important Safety Information
  9
- Safety Label Locations
  11
Controls and Features
12
Instruments
28
Indicators
29
- Oil Pressure Indicator
  29
- Overheat Indicator
  30
- Cooling System Indicator
  31
- Other Features
  31
  - Overrev Limiter
    31
  - Anodes
    32
  - Portable Fuel Tank (Optional Equipment)
    32
  - Fuel Filler Cap Vent Knob (Optional Equipment)
    33
  - Fuel Priming Bulb
    33
Before Operation
34
- Are You Ready to Get under Way
  34
- Is Your Outboard Motor Ready to Go
  34
Operation
36
- Safe Operating Precautions
  36
- Break-In Procedure
  36
- Transom Angle Adjustment
  37
- PORTABLE FUEL TANK (Optional Equipment)
  38
- Fuel Hose Connections
  38
- Fuel Priming
  39
Starting the Engine
39
- LH and LHT Types (Long Tiller Handle)
  39
- LRT and XRT Types (Remote Control)
  41
Emergency Starting
44
Stopping the Engine
47
- Emergency Engine Stopping
  47
- Normal Engine Stopping
  47
Gearshifting and Throttle Operation
49
- LH and LHT Types (Long Tiller Handle)
  49
- LRT and XRT Types (Remote Control)
  50
Steering
51
Cruising
52
Trim Tab
54
Shallow Water Operation
54
Mooring, Beaching, Launching
56
Servicing Your Outboard Motor
58
- The Importance of Maintenance
  58
- Maintenance Safety
  59
- Spare Emergency Stop Switch Clip
  60
  - And Emergency Starter Rope
    60
- TOOL KIT (Optional Equipment)
  60
- Maintenance Schedule
  61
- Trim Tab Adjustment
  63
- Manual Relief Valve
  64
- Engine Cover Removal and Installation
  64
  - Engine Oil Level Check
    65
  - Engine Oil Change
    66
  - Engine Oil Recommendations
    68
  - Lubrication Points
    69
  - Spark Plug Service
    70
- Refueling
  72
- Fuel Recommendations
  73
Storage
79
- Storage Preparation
  79
  - Cleaning and Flushing
    79
  - Fuel
    81
  - Engine Oil
    83
- Storage Precautions
  84
- Removal from Storage
  84
Transporting
85
- With Outboard Motor Installed on Boat
  85
- With Outboard Motor Removed from Boat
  85
Taking Care of Unexpected Problems
86
Technical and Consumer Information
96
- Technical Information
  96
  - Serial Number Locations
    96
  - Carburetor Modification for High Altitude Operation
    97
  - Battery
    97
  - Oxygenated Fuels
    98
  - Emission Control System Information
    99
  - Star Label
    101
  - Specifications
    103
- Consumer Information
  105
  - Honda Publications
    105
  - Customer Service Information
    105
  - Distributor's Limited Warranty 2006
    108
  - Emission Control System Warranty
    112
Index
116

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Honda Marine BF40A Owner's Manual

Honda Marine BF40A Owner's Manual (120 pages)

Brand: Honda | Category: Outboard Motor | Size: 3.42 MB

Table of Contents

Table of Contents
7
1 Outboard Motor Safety

9
- Lmportant SAFETY INFORMATION
  9
- Safety Label Locations
  11
2 Component Identification

14
3 Controls

15
- Engine Start Button
  15
- Shift Lever
  15
- Choke Knob
  15
- Throttle Grip
  16
- Throttle Opening Indicator
  16
- Throttle Friction Knob
  16
- Engine Stop Switch
  17
- Emergency Stop Switch Lanyard
  17
- Oil Pressure Indicator Light
  18
- Overheat Indicator Light
  18
- Remote Control Lever
  19
- Neutral Release Lever
  20
- Ignition Switch
  20
- Emergency Stop Switch Lanyard
  21
- Choke/Fast Idle Lever
  22
- Manual Choke Knob
  22
- Oil Pressure Indicator Light/Buzzer
  23
- Overheat Indicator Light/Buzzer
  23
- POWER TRIM/I-ILT TYPE Power Triflilt Switch
  24
- Power Tilt Switch (Motor Pan)
  25
- Trim Meter
  25
- Tachometer
  26
- Manualrelief Valve
  26
- Gas Assisted Tilt Type
  27
  - Tilt Lever
    27
- Controls (Common)
  27
  - Tilt Lock Lever
    27
  - Trim Tab
    27
  - Anode Metal
    28
  - Cooling System Indicator
    29
  - Water Intakes
    29
  - Transom Angle Adjusting Rod
    30
  - Fuel Cap/Gauge/Vent Knob
    31
  - Over-Rev Limiter
    31
4 Pre-Operation Checks

32
- Engine Cover Removal/Installation
  32
- Engine Oil
  33
- Fuel Level
  34
- Fuel Recommendations
  35
- Oxygenated Fuels
  36
- Propeller and Cotter Pin
  37
- Steering Friction Adjustment (Common)
  38
- Remote Control Friction Adjustment
  38
- Other Checks
  39
- Stem Bracket
  39
- Tool Kit
  39
- Anodes
  39
5 Starting the Engine

40
6 Operation

55
- Break-In Procedure
  55
- Gear Shifting
  56
- Steering
  57
- Cruising
  57
- Gear Shifting
  59
- Cruising
  60
- Gas Assisted Tilt Type
  61
- Power Trim/I?Lt Type
  64
- Trim Meter
  66
- Power Tilt Switch (Motor Pan)
  67
- Manual Relief Valve
  67
- Tilt Lock Lever
  68
- Trim Tab Adjustment
  69
- Engine Oil Pressure and Overheat Warning System
  70
- Over-Rev Limiter
  72
- Power Trim Warning System
  72
- Anodes
  73
- Shallow Water Operation
  74
  - High Altitude Operation
    75
- 7 Stopping the Engine Tiller Handle Type
  
  76
  - Remote Control Type
    78
- 8 Transporting
  
  79
- 9 Cleaning and Flushing
  
  80
10 Maintenance

82
- The Importance of Maintenance
  82
- Maintenance Safety
  82
- Emission Control System Information
  83
- Star Label
  86
- Tool Kit and Spare Parts
  88
- Maintenance Schedule
  89
- Engine Oil
  91
- Gear Oil
  93
- Spark Plugs
  95
- Battery (Not Included)
  96
- Lubrication
  97
- Engine Fuel Filter
  98
- Fuel Tank and Filter
  100
- Fuse Replacement
  101
- Propeller
  102
- Submerged Motor
  103
- 1. Storage/Winterization
  106
12 Troubleshooting

107
13 Specifications

109
14 Warranty Service

112
15 Wiring Diagram

113
16 Index

116
- Tilting Motor GAS ASSISTED TILT TYPE
  117

Honda Marine BF40A Owner's Manual

Honda Marine BF40A Owner's Manual (113 pages)

Brand: Honda | Category: Outboard Motor | Size: 4.36 MB

Table of Contents

Table of Contents
5
Outboard Motor Safety
9
- Important Safety Information
  9
- Safety Label Locations
  11
Controls and Features
12
Common Controls Power Trim/Tilt Switch (LRT and XRT Types) (Side-Mount Type)
25
- Power Tilt Switch (LHT, LRT and XRT Types)
  25
- Manual Relief Valve (LHT, LRT and XRT Types)
  26
- Tilt Lock Lever
  26
- Engine Cover Latches
  26
- Transom Angle Adjusting Rod
  27
- Trim Tab
  27
Instruments
28
Indicators
29
- Oil Pressure Indicator
  29
- Overheating Indicator
  30
- Cooling System Indicator
  31
- Other Features
  31
  - Overrev Limiter
    31
  - Anodes
    31
  - Portable Fuel Tank (Optional Equipment)
    32
  - Fuel Cap Vent Knob (Optional Equipment)
    32
  - Fuel Priming Bulb
    33
Before Operation
34
- Are You Ready to Get under Way
  34
- Is Your Outboard Motor Ready to Go
  34
Operation
36
- Safe Operating Precautions
  36
- Break-In Procedure
  36
- Transom Angle Adjustment
  37
- PORTABLE FUEL TANK (Optional Equipment)
  38
- Fuel Hose Connections
  38
- Fuel Priming
  39
Starting the Engine
39
- LH and LHT Types (Long Tiller Handle)
  39
- LRT and XRT Types (Remote Control)
  41
Emergency Starting
44
Stopping the Engine
47
- Emergency Engine Stopping
  47
- Normal Engine Stopping
  47
Gearshifting and Throttle Operation
49
- LH and LHT Types (Long Tiller Handle)
  49
- LRT and XRT Types (Remote Control)
  50
Steering
51
- LH and LHT Types (Long Tiller Handle)
  51
- LRT and XRT Types (Remote Control)
  51
Cruising
52
Trim Tab
54
Shallow Water Operations
54
Mooring, Beaching, Launching
56
Servicing Your Outboard Motor
58
- The Importance of Maintenance
  58
- Maintenance Safety
  59
  - Emergency Starter Rope
    60
- Maintenance Schedule
  61
- Trim Tab Adjustment
  63
- Manual Relief Valve
  64
- Engine Cover Removal and Installation
  64
  - Engine Oil Level Check
    65
  - Engine Oil Change
    66
  - Engine Oil Recommendations
    68
  - Lubrication Points
    69
  - Spark Plug Service
    70
- Refueling
  72
- Fuel Recommendations
  73
Storage
79
- Storage Preparation
  79
  - Cleaning and Flushing
    79
  - Fuel
    82
  - Engine Oil
    83
- Storage Precautions
  84
- Removal from Storage
  84
Transporting
85
- With Outboard Motor Installed on Boat
  85
- With Outboard Motor Removed from Boat
  85
Taking Care of Unexpected Problems
86
Technical and Consumer Information
96
Technical Information
96
- Serial Number Locations
  96
- Carburetor Modification for High Altitude Operation
  97
  - Battery
    97
  - Oxygenated Fuels
    98
- Emission Control System Information
  99
  - Star Label
    101
  - Specifications
    103
Consumer Information
105
- Index
  106
TOOL KIT (Optional Equipment) and EMERGENCY STARTER ROPE
108

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Honda Marine BF40A Owner's Manual

Honda Marine BF40A Owner's Manual (119 pages)

Honda Power Equipment Outboard Motor Owner's Manual

Brand: Honda | Category: Outboard Motor | Size: 3.18 MB

Table of Contents

Table of Contents
7
1 Outboard Motor Safety

9
- Important Safety Information
  9
- Safety Label Locations
  11
2 Component Identification

13
3 Controls

15
- Engine Start Button
  15
- Shift Lever
  15
- Choke Knob
  15
- Throttle Grip
  16
- Throttle Opening Indicator
  16
- Throttle Friction Knob
  16
- Engine Stop Switch
  17
- Emergency Stop Switch Lanyard
  17
- Oil Pressure Indicator Light
  18
- Overheat Indicator Light
  18
- Remote Control Lever
  19
- Neutral Release Lever
  20
- Ignition Switch
  20
- Emergency Stop Switch Lanyard
  21
- Choke/Fast Idle Lever
  22
- Manual Choke Knob
  22
- Oil Pressure Indicator Light/Buzzer
  23
- Overheat Indicator Light/Buzzer
  23
- POWER TRIM/TILT TYPE Power Trimflilt Switch
  24
- Power Tilt Switch (Motor Pan)
  25
- Trim Meter
  25
  - Tachometer
    26
  - Manual Relief Valve
    26
- Gas Assisted Tilt Type
  27
  - Tilt Lever
    27
- Controls (Common)
  27
  - Tilt Lock Lever
    27
  - Trim Tab
    27
  - Anode Metal
    28
  - Cooling System Indicator
    29
  - Waterintakes
    29
  - Transom Angleadjustingrod
    30
  - Fuel Cap/Gauge/Vent Knob
    31
  - Over-Rev Limiter
    31
4 Pre-Operation Checks

32
- Engine Cover Removal/Installation
  32
- Engine Oil
  33
- Fuel Level
  34
- Fuel Recommendations
  35
- Oxygenated Fuels
  36
- Propeller and Cotter Pin
  37
- Steering Friction Adjustment (Common)
  38
- Remote Control Friction Adjustment
  38
- Other Checks
  39
- Stern Bracket
  39
- Tool Kit
  39
- Anodes
  39
5 Starting the Engine

40
6 Operation

55
- Break-In Procedure
  55
  - Gear Shifting
    56
  - Steering
    57
- REMOTE CONTROL TYPE Gear Shifting
  59
  - Cruising
    60
  - Gas Assisted Tilt Type
    61
  - Power Trim/Tilt Type
    64
  - Trim Meter
    66
  - Power Tilt Switch (Motor Pan)
    67
  - Manual Relief Valve
    67
  - Tilt Lock Lever
    68
- Trim Tab Adjustment
  69
  - Engine Oil Pressure and Overheat Warning System
    70
  - Over-Rev Limiter
    72
  - Power Trim Warning System
    72
  - Anodes
    73
  - Shallow Water Operation
    74
  - High Altitude Operation
    75
7 Stopping the Engine Tiller Handle Type

76
- Remote Control Type
  78
8 Transporting

79
9 Cleaning and Flushing

80
10 Maintenance

82
- The Importance of Maintenance
  82
- Maintenance Safety
  82
- Emission Control System Information
  83
- Tool Kit and Spare Parts
  86
- Maintenance Schedule
  87
- Engine Oil
  89
- Gear Oil
  91
- Spark Plugs
  93
- Battery (Not Included)
  94
- Lubrication
  95
- Engine Fuel Filter
  96
- Fuel Tank and Filter
  98
- Fuse Replacement
  99
- Propeller
  100
- Submerged Motor
  101
- 11. Storage
  103
12 Troubleshooting

105
13 Specifications

107
14 Warranty Service

109
15 Wiring Diagram

111
- Tilting Motor GAS ASSISTED TILT TYPE
  115
16 Index

116

Honda Marine BF40A Owner's Manual

Honda Marine BF40A Owner's Manual (113 pages)

Honda Power Equipment Outboard Motor Owner's Manual

Brand: Honda | Category: Outboard Motor | Size: 2.85 MB

Table of Contents

Table of Contents
6
1 Safety

8
- Safetylabels
  8
- Safety Information
  9
3 Controls

10
2 Component Identification

10
- Tiller Handle Type
  10
- Engine Start Button
  10
- Shift Lever
  10
- Throttle Grip
  14
- Throttle Opening Indicator
  14
- Throttle Friction Knob
  14
- Engine Stop Switch
  15
- Emergency Stop Switch Lanyard
  15
- Oil Pressure Indicator Light
  16
- Overheat Indicator Light
  16
- Remote Control Lever
  17
- Neutral Release Lever
  18
- Ignition Switch
  18
- Emergency Stop Switch Lanyard
  19
- Choke/Fast Idle Lever
  20
- Manual Choke Knob
  20
- Oil Pressure Indicator Light/Buzzer
  21
- Overheat Indicator Light/Buzzer
  21
- REMOTE CONTROL & PQWER TRIM/TILT TYPE Power Trim/Tilt Switch (Remote Control Lever)
  22
- Power Tilt Switch (Motor Pan)
  23
  - Trim Meter
    23
  - Tachometer
    23
  - Manual Relief Valve
    24
  - Tilt Lever
    24
- CONTROLS & INSTRUMENTS (Common)
  25
  - Tilt Lock Lever
    25
  - Trim Tab
    25
  - Anode Metal
    26
  - Cooling System Indicator
    26
  - Water Intakes
    27
  - Transom Angle Adjusting Rod
    28
  - Fuel Cap/Gauge/Vent Knob
    29
- Over-Rev Limiter
  29
  - Engine Cover Removal/Installation
    30
4 Pre-Operation Checks

31
- Engine Oil
  31
- Fuel Level
  32
- Fuel Recommendations
  33
- Oxygenated Fuels
  34
- Propeller and Cotter Pin
  35
- Steering Friction Adjustment (Common)
  35
- Remote Control Friction Adjustment
  36
- Other Checks
  36
- Stern Bracket
  36
- Tool Kit
  36
- Anodes
  36
5 Starting the Engine

37
6 Operation

53
- Gear Shifting
  53
- Steering
  54
- Cruising
  54
- Gear Shifting
  55
- Cruising
  56
- Gas Assisted Tilt Type
  57
- Power Trim/Tilt Type
  60
- POWER TRIM/TILT TYPE Trim Meter
  61
  - Power Tilt Switch (Motor Pan)
    62
  - Manual Relief Valve
    62
  - Tilt Lock Lever
    63
- Trim Tab Adjustment
  64
  - Engine Oil Pressure and Overheat Warning System
    65
  - Over-Rev Limiter
    67
  - Power Trim Wgning System
    67
  - Anodes
    68
  - Shallow Water Operation
    69
  - High Altitude Operation
    70
7 Stopping the Engine Tiller Handle Type

71
- Remote Control Type
  73
8 Transporting

74
9 Cleaning and Flushing

75
10 Maintenance

77
- Tool Kit and Spare Parts
  78
- Maintenance Schedule
  79
- Engine Oil
  81
- Gear Oil
  83
- Spark Plugs
  85
- Battery (Not Included)
  86
- Lubrication
  88
- Engine Fuel Filter
  89
- Fuel Tank and Filter
  91
- Fuse Replacement
  92
- Propeller
  93
- Submerged Motor
  94
- I 1. Storage
  96
12 8 Troubleshooting

98
13 Specifications

100
14 Warranty Service

103
15 Wiring Diagram

105
- 16. Index
  108

Honda Marine BF40A Owner's Manual

Honda Marine BF40A Owner's Manual (113 pages)

Brand: Honda | Category: Outboard Motor | Size: 2.95 MB

Table of Contents

Table of Contents
6
1 Safety

8
- Safety Labels
  8
- Safety Information
  9
2 Component Identification

10
- Shift Lever 1
  10
3 Controls Tiller Handle Type

13
- Engine Start Button
  13
- Shift Lever
  13
- Choke Knob
  13
- Throttle Grip
  14
- Throttle Opening Indicator
  14
- Throttle Friction Knob
  14
- Engine Stop Switch
  15
- Emergency Stop Switch Lanyard
  15
- Oil Pressure Indicator Light
  16
- Overheat Indicator Light
  16
- Remote Control Lever
  17
- Neutral Release Lever
  18
- Ignition Switch
  18
- Emergency Stop Switch Lanyard
  19
- Choke/Fast Idle Lever
  20
- Manual Choke Knob
  20
- Oil Pressure Indicator Light/Buzzer
  21
- Overheat Indicator Light/Buzzer
  21
- Power Trim/Tilt Switch (Remote Control Lever)
  22
- Power Tilt Switch (Motor Pan)
  23
- Trim Meter
  23
  - Tachometer
    23
- Manual Relief Valve
  24
- Tilt Lever
  24
- CONTROLS & INSTRUMENTS (Common)
  25
- Tilt Lock Lever
  25
- Trim Tab
  25
- Anode Metal
  26
- Cooling System Indicator
  26
- Water Intakes
  27
- Transomangle Adjustingrod
  28
- Fuel Cap/Gauge/Vent Knob
  29
- Over-Rev Limiter
  29
4 Pre-Operation Checks

30
- Engine Cover Removal/Installation
  30
- Engine Oil
  31
- Fuel Level
  32
- Fuel Recommendations
  33
- Oxygenated Fuels
  34
- Propeller and Cotter Pin
  35
- Remote Control Friction Adjustment
  36
- Other Checks
  36
- Tool Kit
  36
  - Anodes
    36
  - Starting the Engine
    37
- Fuel Tank and Vent Knob
  37
  - Fuel Line Connection
    37
  - Emergency Starting
    46
  - Troubleshooting Starting Problems
    51
  - OPERATION Break-In Procedure
    52
  - Cruising
    56
  - Manual Relief Valve
    62
  - Tilt Lock Lever 6
    63
  - Trim Tab Adjustment
    64
  - Engine Oil Pressure and Overheat Warning System
    65
  - Power Trim Warning System
    67
  - Over-Rev Limiter
    67
  - Anodes
    68
  - Shallow Water Operation
    69
  - High Altitude Operation
    70
7 Stoppingtheengine Tiller Handle Type

71
- Remote Control Type 7
  73
8 Transporting

74
9 Cleaning and Flushing

75
10 Maintenance

77
- The Importance Maintenance
  77
- Emission Control System Information
  78
- Tool Kit and Spare Parts
  81
- Engine Oil
  82
- Maintenance Schedule
  82
- Gear Oil
  86
- Spark Plugs
  88
- Battery (Not Included)
  89
- Lubrication
  90
- Engine Fuel Filter
  91
- Fuel Tank and Filter
  93
- Fuse Replacement
  94
- Propeller
  95
- Submerged Motor
  96
11 Storage

98
12 Troubleshooting

100
13 Specifications

102
- Warranty Service
  104
15 Wiring Diagram

106
16 Index

109
- Power Tilt Switch (Motor Pan)
  110

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