Owner's Manual
- After stopping the engine, disconnect the fuel line from the outboard motor if there is a fuel connector.
If you leave the motor stopped for a long period of time with the fuel line connected, fuel can leak out.
Disconnect the fuel line from fuel tank, if there is a fuel connector, whenever you
leave the motor stopped for a long period of time.
- Turn the air-vent screw on the fuel tank cap clockwise to shut the vent (if equipped )
To make sure that the emergency stop switch operates properly, stop the engine occasionally by pulling out the lock plate, while operating the engine at idling speed.
MOORING
The motor should be tilted up out of the water when you moor the boat in shallow water or if the motor will not be used for some time, to protect it from damage by underwater obstacles at low tide or corrosion from salt water.
Refer to the TILT LEVER section for details on how to tilt up the motor.
Improperly securing your boat may cause damage to your boat or motor, or other property damage.
Do not allow your motor to rub against quay walls, piers or other boats when the boat is tied up.
OPERATION IN SHALLOW WATER
When operating your boat in shallow water, it may be necessary to tilt the motor higher than the normal trim angle. When you tilt the motor beyond the normal trim angle, however, you should only operate the boat at slow speeds. After returning to deep water, be sure to lower the motor to the normal trim angle.
To tilt the motor higher than the normal trim angle, use the Power Trim and Tilt switch.
When the motor is beyond the maximum trim position, the swivel bracket will not have side support from the clamp bracket and the tilt system will be unable to cushion the engine if the lower unit strikes an obstruction. This could lead to occupant injury. In addition, beyond the maximum trim position, the water intake holes may be above the water line, which can result in severe engine damage from overheating.
Do not operate the engine above 1500 r/min or operate the boat in a planning attitude with the engine beyond the maximum trim position.
If the motor hits bottom, serious damage can occur.
Do not allow the motor to hit bottom. If the motor does strike bottom, inspect it immediately for damage.