Evinrude 30 HORSEPOWER MFE, Operator'S Manual

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ABOUT THIS GUIDE
This Operator’s Guide is an essential part of
your Evinrude MFE outboard. It contains per-
tinent information which, if followed, will pro-
vide you with a thorough understanding
needed for proper operation, maintenance,
care, and—above all—safety. Safety is our
first priority and it should be yours too. It is
strongly recommended you read this Guide
from cover to cover. The more you know and
understand about your Evinrude MFE out-
board, the greater the safety and pleasure
you will get from using it. Following this rec-
ommendation will assure the completeness of
the information essential to your safety, the
safety of any passengers, and other water us-
ers.
This Operator’s Guide identifies important
safety messages.
Although the mere reading of such informa-
tion does not eliminate the hazard, the under-
standing and application of the information
will promote the correct use of your outboard
engine.
This Guide should be kept in a waterproof bag
with the outboard at all times during opera-
tion. If the product ownership is transferred,
this Guide should be forwarded to the new
owners.
A responsible, educated boater will fully ap-
preciate the pleasures of boating and will be a
safe boater. Boating Safety Classes are con-
ducted by the U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary, the
U.S. Power Squadron and some Red Cross
Chapters. For information about classes, call
toll free 1-800-336-BOAT.
For additional information about boating safe-
ty and regulations, call:
• U.S. Coast Guard Boating Safety Hotline
1-800-368-5647.
Outside North America please contact your
Dealer or distributor for details about boating
safety.
This Operator’s Guide uses the following sig-
nal words identifying important safety mes-
sages.
Indicates a hazardous
situation which, if not avoided, could
result in minor or moderate injury.
Indicates an instruction
which, if not followed, could severely
damage engine components or other
property.
IMPORTANT:
Identifies information that will
help with assembly and operation of the prod-
uct.
Safety Alert Symbol
This is the Safety Alert symbol. It is used
to alert you to potential personal injury
hazards. Obey all safety messages that
follow this symbol to avoid possible injury
or death.
A
DANGER
Indicates a hazardous situation which, if
not avoided, will result in death or seri-
ous injury.
A WARNING
Indicates a hazardous situation which, if
not avoided, could result in death or
serious injury.
CAUTION
NOTICE