Important Daily Inspection Before Each Use
Any outboard mounted on the boat must have the mounting hardware
inspected and checked to ensure that the hardware has not become loose. A
decal on the transom bracket reminds the owner to check the fasteners
securing the outboard to the transom before each use.
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Prestarting Check List
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Operator knows safe navigation, boating, and operating procedures.
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An approved personal flotation device of suitable size for each person
aboard and readily accessible (it is the law).
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A ring type life buoy or buoyant cushion designed to be thrown to a
person in the water.
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Know your boat's maximum load capacity. Look at the boat capacity plate.
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Fuel supply OK.
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Arrange passengers and load in the boat so the weight is distributed
evenly and everyone is seated in a proper seat.
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Tell someone where you are going and when you expect to return.
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It is illegal to operate a boat while under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
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Know the waters and area you will be boating; tides, currents, sand bars,
rocks, and other hazards.
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Make inspection checks listed in
Maintenance
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Inspection and
Maintenance Schedule.
Operating in Freezing Temperatures
If there is a chance of ice forming on the water, the outboard should be
removed and drained completely of water. If ice should form at any level inside
the outboard driveshaft housing between the water pump and the powerhead, it
will block cooling water flow to the engine which may cause possible damage.
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