PERSONAL INJURY. WARNING PLEASE READ YOUR NEW OUTBOARD MOTOR IS A | “FOR YOUR OWN SAFETY, PLEASE READ THIS MANUAL BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO OPERATE YOUR NEW ‘UNIT. FAILURE TO FOLLOW INSTRUCTIONS CAN LEAD TO SERIOUS POWERFUL TOOL. Safety Alert Symbol and Notations The following safety notations are used throughout this manual to call attention to special information or operating procedures. Understand the message in each notation and be alert to unsafe conditions and the possibility of personal injury.
Owners Responsibility and Operating Safety Checklist This product is not intended for children and: should not be ‘used. at any time without adult supervision. CIN CASE OF EMERGENCY, THE ENGINE SHOULD BE. SHUT OFF IMMEDIATELY! THE ENGINE CAN BE STOPPED. BY DEPRESSING THE STOP BUTTON OR PLACING THE CHOKE KNOB IN FULL CHOKE POSITION. Before starting, make sure your motor Is securely *mounted to the transom. Do not fill-fuel tank with miter running or near any flame or lighted smoking material. Observe all U.
Assembly Lower End Push down tube’ into engine (as shown). making. sure that the locating hole on the tube is fined up: with the small screw at the base of the engine. : Tighter both screws whee you are sure the lower ‘end’ is properly seated on the engine. HINT: Twist the tube slightly as you Insert it to help you locate the flex shalt on the ‘engine output’ shaft. See Figure A. PLOT HOLE : SERIAL # VIEW OF BOTTOM LABEL OF ENGINE : Figure A IMPORTANT: DO NOT.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Boat Mounting Mount the motor in the center of boats ransom. {rear} . Hand Tighten the clamp bracket clamp. Do not use a ranch or any other device that would cause damage to.the: clamp, Be sure the Tilt Lock is properly fastened and in the correct position for locking in reverse.
Removing Motor From Boat Always iit motor by lifting on rear of shroud, DO NOT PUSH DOWN ON THE STEERING HANDLE. When removing the motor from the boat, raise the outboard in upward direction unt! the propeller clears the transom. Salt Water Operation To materially increase the life of all exposed parts and decorative finishes, folio the steps indicated below: . “Always tilt your motor out of the water when not in ‘use, N : . Spray exposed metal surfaces with ED-40 or equivalent.
© Air Filter IMPORTANT: NEVER operate your unit without the air fitter. Dust and dirt will cause internal damage to the engine. The filter must be kept clean. It becomes damaged, install a new fitter. To Clean Air Filter: Remove dirt from around the air filter cover to prevent dirt from falling into the air box, Move the CHOKE fever to the choke position. This will prevent dirt from accidentally falling into the carburetor. Loosen the two air filter cover retaining screws and remove the cover and filter.
Muffler/Exhaust Port/Cooling Fins Remove Muffler Shield Turn ignition Switch to "OFF (0) position. Remove . spark plug boot, C yd DO NOT DAMAGE ser Clean away all carbon deposits with a wooden scraper being careful not to damage gasket. NOTE: If gasket Is excessively damaged, it must be replaced with a new gasket. To Clem Exhaust Port ) ) While the muffler is removed, examine the exhaust Remove muffler shield.
Ta Clean Cooling Fins COOLING FINS WOODEN SCRAPER Use wooden scrapper to clean away debris from cylinder cooling fins. Reinstall cylinder cover and retaining. screw. Reinstall muffler. Reinstall muffler retaining nuts. Tighten securely: Reinstall Muffler Shield in reverse order of removal. Carburetor Adjustment Carburetor adjustment is critical and if done carelessly can-damage carburetor and engine. Before rainmaking any adjustments make sure air filter is clean.
Storing A Unit .When:storing unit for a month or at end of season, the following maintenance Is required: Start engine. Run engine at idle speed unitedly . warms up. Tum engine "OFF", Drain fuel trim fuel tank. After fuel is drained, start engine. Run engine at idle until unit stops. This will purge the carburetor of fuel. Clean exterior.of engine and lower end. Remove spark plug. Pour one (1) teaspoon of clean oil into the com bastion chamber.
Troubleshooting Checklist Ege |, Stars “Does | Does tet Does Not | But Dogs | Engine | Not Develop Start Not Run | | idle | Full Power IMPORTANT INFORMATION MODEL: $8611 SERIAL NUMBER DATE OF PURCHASE INSURE YOUR ENGINE Many Insurance companies offer protection contracts for your boat and outboard engine, Insurance covering your own equipment against damage, theft, st, as well as liability insurance for property damage and personal injury to others Is available.
