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Thank you for owning a PARSUN outboard motor.

Thank you for your trust in our company and products.

“PARSUN” outboard motors are powerful, economic and safe, manufactured with

advanced technology.

Please read this manual carefully before operating your outboard motor. A through

understanding of the manual will help you to know this product for proper operation, maintenance

and care. This will ensure that your outboard motor operates well under all conditions.

“PARSUN” seeks continuous improvement in product quality. Therefore, while this

manual contains the most current product information available at the time of printing, there may

be minor discrepancies between your machine and this manual. If there is any question

concerning the manual, please consult your local PARSUN dealer.

Data, illustrations or explanations in this Owner’s Manual do not constitute base for any

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SUZHOU PARSUN POWER MACHINE CO., LTD

Summary of Contents for F9.8FW

Page 1: ...OUTBOARD MOTOR OWNER S MANUAL F9 8BM FW F8BM FW F6BM FW SUZHOU PARSUN POWER MACHINE CO LTD...

Page 2: ...e and care This will ensure that your outboard motor operates well under all conditions z PARSUN seeks continuous improvement in product quality Therefore while this manual contains the most current p...

Page 3: ...e found on the bracket left assembly or on the upper part of the bracket swivel Record your outboard motor serial number in the spaces provided to assist you in ordering spare parts from your Parsun d...

Page 4: ...ctive 2003 44 EC in relation to the exhaust and noise emissions The following installation and maintenance instructions if applied guarantee that the outboard motor will remain in compliance with 1 Ex...

Page 5: ...Clamping the outboard motor 10 2 2 Breaking in engine 11 2 3 Pre operation Checks 12 2 4 Filling fuel 13 2 5 Starting engine 14 2 6 Warming up engine 18 2 7 Shifting 19 2 7 1 Forward 19 2 7 2 Reverse...

Page 6: ...3 8 1 Removing the propeller 39 3 8 2 Installing the propeller 39 3 9 Changing gear oil 39 3 10 Cleaning fuel tank 41 3 11 Checking and replacing anode s 41 3 12 Checking top cowling 42 3 13 Maintenan...

Page 7: ...g lock handle 9 Tiller handle 15 Throttle friction adjuster 3 Anti cavitation plate 10 Engine stop button 16 Clamp bolt 4 Propeller Engine stop lanyard switch 17 Drain screw 5 Cooling water inlet 11 S...

Page 8: ...f fuel for its running and must not be as a fuel storage container Remote control The remote control lever actuates both the shifter and the throttle The electrical switches are mounted on the remote...

Page 9: ...erse R 4 Shift 5 Fully closed 6 Throttle 7 Fully open Neutral interlock trigger To shift out of neutral first pull the neutral interlock trigger up 1 Neutral interlock trigger Neutral throttle lever T...

Page 10: ...55mm 44mm Recommended fuel Unleaded regular gasoline Gear ratio 2 08 27 13 Fuel tank capacity 12L Overall length 965mm Recommended engine oil SAE10W30 orSAE10W40 Overall width 364mm Engine oil quantit...

Page 11: ...0Rpm 6HP Idling speed in neutral 950 50Rpm 1 2 2 Fueling instruction Fueling instructions Recommended gasoline Regular unleaded gasoline If it is not available then premium gasoline If knocking or pin...

Page 12: ...nents to prevent electrostatic sparks CAUTION Use only new clean gasoline which has been stored in clean containers and is not contaminated with water or foreign matter Engine oil Recommended engine o...

Page 13: ...k a range of propellers and can advise you and install a propeller on your outboard that is best suited to your application For a greater boat load and a low engine speed a smaller pitch propeller is...

Page 14: ...NING Overpowering a boat could cause severe instability Do not install an outboard motor with more horsepower than the maximum rating on the capacity plate of the boat If the boat does not have a capa...

Page 15: ...resistance will increase and thereby reduce engine efficiency Mount the outboard motor so that the anti cavitation plate is between the bottom of the boat and a level 25mm below it NOTE The optimum m...

Page 16: ...allation of the outboard includes bolting the engine to the boat through the transom WARNING Loose clamp screws could allow the outboard motor to fall off or move on the transom This could cause loss...

Page 17: ...surfaces of moving parts to wear in evenly CAUTION Failure to follow the break in procedure could result in reduced engine life or even severe engine damage 1 For the first hour of operation Run the e...

Page 18: ...e shift and steering for proper operation before starting the engine z The controls should work smoothly without binding or unusual free play z Look for loose or damaged connections z Check operation...

Page 19: ...if it is above the upper mark 1 Oil dipstick 3 Lower level mark 2 Upper level mark CAUTION Be sure to completely insert the dipstick into the dipstick guide 2 4 Filling fuel WARNING Gasoline and its...

Page 20: ...up any spilled fuel 2 5 Starting engine 1 Connect fuel joints securely after loosing the air vent screw on the fuel tank cap 2 or 3 turns 2 Connect fuel joints securely and squeeze the primer pump wit...

Page 21: ...stop switch WARNING z The engine must be started in neutral otherwise damage to the engine can occur z Do not attach the lanyard to clothing that could tear loose Do not route the lanyard where it co...

Page 22: ...rt position 5 Pull out the choke knob fully 1 choke knob NOTE z It is not necessary to use the choke when starting a warm engine z If the choke is left in the home position while the engine is running...

Page 23: ...lowly return the throttle grip to the fully closed position CAUTION z When the engine is cold it needs to be warmed up z If the engine does not start on the first try repeat the procedure If the engin...

Page 24: ...cause people and objects in the boat to be thrown forward 3 Turn the main switch to ON on 4 Open the throttle slightly without shifting using the neutral throttle lever or free accelerator You may nee...

Page 25: ...eturn to ON on CAUTION zNever turn the main switch to START start while the engine is running zDo not keep the starter motor turning for more than 5 seconds If the starter motor is turned continuously...

Page 26: ...starts the engine will stall z In the temperatures of 5 or less leave the choke knob pulled out fully for approximately 30 seconds after starting 2 Check for steady flow of water from the cooling wat...

Page 27: ...he water near you CAUTION To shift from forward to reverse or vice versa first close the throttle so that the engine idles or runs at low speeds 2 7 1Forward 1 Place the throttle grip in the fully clo...

Page 28: ...kly and firmly from neutral to forward 2 7 2 Reverse WARNING When operating in reverse go slowly Do not open the throttle more than half Otherwise the boat could become unstable which could result in...

Page 29: ...tral to reverse For F6 8 9 8FW 1 Tighten the steering friction adjuster by turning it clockwise to prevent the motor from turning freely 2 Pull up the neutral interlock rigger and move the remote cont...

Page 30: ...ncrease speed and clockwise to decrease speed 3 Throttle indicator The throttle indicator is on the throttle grip The fuel consumption curve on the throttle indicator shows the relative amount of fuel...

Page 31: ...or preference To increase resistance turn the adjuster clockwise To decrease resistance turn the adjuster counterclockwise When constant speed is desired tighten the adjuster to maintain the desired t...

Page 32: ...ting at high speed is not recommended 1 Push and hold the engine stop button until the engine comes to a complete stop NOTE If the outboard motor is equipped with an engine stop switch lanyard the eng...

Page 33: ...3 Disconnect the fuel line For T20 30FW 2 Turn the main switch to OFF off 2 Tighten the air vent screw on the fuel tank cap 27...

Page 34: ...ust the outboard motor trim angle 1 Stop the engine 2 Remove the trim rod from the clamp bracket while slightly tilting the outboard motor up 3 Reposition the rod in the desired hole Make test runs wi...

Page 35: ...some time or if the boat is moored in shallows the outboard motor should be tilted up to protect the propeller and casing from damaged by collision with obstructions and also to reduce corrosion WARNI...

Page 36: ...ring friction adjuster by turning it clockwise to prevent the motor from turning freely 3 Disconnect the fuel line from the outboard motor 4 Tilt the engine up fully until the tilt support lever autom...

Page 37: ...down while pulling the tilt lock lever lever up 5 Loose the steering friction adjuster by turning it counterclockwise and adjust the steering friction according to operator preference WARNING If there...

Page 38: ...tboard motor to its normal position as soon as the boat is back in deeper water CAUTION The cooling water inlet on the lower unit should be not above the surface of the water when setting up for and c...

Page 39: ...NING Be sure to turn off the engine when you perform maintenance unless otherwise specified This work should always be done by a qualified mechanic or your authorized Parsun dealer CAUTION If replacem...

Page 40: ...ickness gauge adjust the gap to specification if necessary When fitting the plug always clean the gasket surface and use a new gasket Wipe off any dirt from the threads and screw in the spark plug to...

Page 41: ...in a test tank or with the outboard motor in the water 1 Start the engine and allow it to warm up fully in neutral until it is running smoothly 2 Verify whether the idle speed is set to specification...

Page 42: ...t 10 hours of operation and every 100 hours or at 6 month intervals thereafter Otherwise the engine will wear quickly Change the engine oil when the oil is still warm 1 Put the outboard motor in an up...

Page 43: ...between the upper and lower marks CAUTION The oil should be changed more often when the engine is operated under adverse conditions such as extended trolling 3 6 Checking wiring and connectors Check...

Page 44: ...start and you are standing too close to the propeller z Do not use your hand to hold the propeller when loosening or tightening the propeller nut Put a wood block between the anti cavitation plate an...

Page 45: ...e grease or corrosion resistant grease to the propeller shaft 2 Install the spacer if equipped thrust washer and propeller on the propeller shaft 3 Install the spacer if equipped and the washer 4 Tigh...

Page 46: ...move the oil level plug to allow the oil to drain completely CAUTION Inspect the used oil after it has been drained If the oil is milky water is getting into the gear case which can cause gear damage...

Page 47: ...Install the cap and shake the tank Drain the solvent completely 3 Pull the fuel joint assembly out of the tank 4 Clean the filter in a suitable cleaning solvent and allow it to dry 5 Replace the gaske...

Page 48: ...l life period Frequency of maintenance operations may be adjusted according to the operating conditions but the following table gives general guidelines The symbol indicates the check ups which you ma...

Page 49: ...em Check Fuel tank portable tank Check cleaning Gear oil Change Greasing points Greasing Idling speed carburetor models Check adjustment Propeller and cotter pin Check replacement Shift link shift cab...

Page 50: ...ths 100 hours 6 months 200 hours 1 year Spark plug s Cleaning adjustment replacement Timing belt Check replacement Valve clearance OHC OHV Check adjustment NOTE When operating in salt water turbid or...

Page 51: ...ilt support and fall If the motor cannot be trailered in the normal running position use an additional support device to secure it in the tilt position WARNING z Never get under the lower unit while i...

Page 52: ...rd motor on its side before the cooling water has drained from it completely z Store the outboard motor in a dry well ventilated place not in direct sunlight It is advisable to have your outboard moto...

Page 53: ...tarting or during the operation z Keep hands hair and clothes away from the flywheel and other rotating parts while the engine is running 7 Run the engine at a fast idle for a few minutes in neutral p...

Page 54: ...11 Drain the fuel from the fuel tank completely CAUTION Store the fuel tank in a dry well ventilated place not in direct sunlight 48...

Page 55: ...emergency and only to return to port for repairs z When the emergency starter rope is used to start the engine the start in gear protection device does not operate Make sure the remote control lever...

Page 56: ...move the starter after removing the three bolts 4 Prepare the engine for starting For further information see section 2 5 5 Insert the knotted end of the emergency starter rope into the notch in the f...

Page 57: ...corrosion may begin almost immediately 1 Thoroughly wash away contaminants with fresh water 2 Remove the spark plug s then face the spark plug hole downward to allow any mud or contaminants to drain...

Page 58: ...6 Take the outboard motor to a PARSUN dealer as soon as possible CAUTION Do not attempt to run the outboard motor until it has been completely inspected 52...

Page 59: ...ged or poorly connected Check wires for wear or breaks Tighten all loose connections Replace worn or broken wires Ignition parts are faulty Have serviced by your dealer Engine stop switch lanyard is n...

Page 60: ...tor angle is too high Return to normal operating position Engine power loss Propeller is damaged Repair or replace propeller Trim angle is incorrect Adjust trim angle to achieve most efficient operati...

Page 61: ...Air vent screw on fuel tank is closed Open air vent screw Fuel pump has malfunctioned Have serviced by your dealer Fuel joint connection is incorrect Connect correctly Specified spark plug s are not...

Page 62: ...ltage bundle Exciter Coil black red white yellow red green white yellow orange blue Brown B R W Y R G W Y 0r L Br 1 7 Or B Y R Y R Y Y B Y G W R W R W B Br Br L L 2 3 4 5 6 Spark Plug Pulser Coil W W...

Page 63: ...Oil pressure Indicator Light Or SN DESCRIPTION 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Ignition control module CDI High voltage bundle Exciter Coil black red white yellow red green white yellow orange blue Brown B R W Y R G W...

Page 64: ...ngine stop switch 4 3 2 1 Switch Ignition 4 3 2 1 DESCRIPTION SN Br G L Y R Y R R W B W brown green blue yellow red yellow red red white black white Buzzer B r B r W R G P B L B r G R P L B W B W R L...

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