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INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE
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1. Daily Inspection
Perform the following checks before and
after use.
Item
Fuel System
Fuel Tank Cap
Engine Oil
Electrical
Equipment
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Clutch and
Propeller Sys-
tem
Installation of
Motor
Power Trim &
Tilt
Cooling Water
Tools and
Spares
Steering
Devices
Points to Check
• Check the amount of fuel in the tank.
• Check for debris or water in the fuel filters.
• Check the rubber hoses for fuel leakage.
• Check for crack, leakage, damage in the fuel tank cap.
• Check for crack, damage in the gasket.
• Check for leakage at full close.
• Check for ratchet performance.
• Check the oil level.
• Check that the main switch functions normally.
• Check that the battery electrolyte level and specific gravity are
normal.
• Check for loose connections on the battery terminal.
• Check that the stop switch functions normally and make sure
the stop switch lock is there.
• Check cords for loose connections and damage.
• Check the spark plugs for dirt, wear and carbon build-up.
• Check the warning horn (one beep) and warning LED lamp (ON
for 1 secs.) when key is ON.
• Check that clutch engages correctly when operating the shift
lever.
• 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 working of the tilt up and down of the motor.
• 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 and stop switch lock.
• Check the operation of the steering handle.
ENOW00078-0
WARNING
Do not use outboard motor if any abnor-
mality is found during pre-operation check
or it could result in severe damage to the
motor or severe personal injury.
Remedy
Replenish
Clean or replace if
necessary
Replace if necessary
Replace if necessary
Replace if necessary
Replace if necessary
Replace if necessary
Fill oil
Replace if necessary
Replenish or recharge
Retighten
Remedy or replace if
necessary
Correct or replace if
necessary
Clean or replace if
necessary
Repair
Adjust
Replace if necessary
Tighten or replace
Tighten
Replace if necessary
Repair
Repair
Order
Order
Repair