TOHATSU BFT 115A, Owner'S Manual

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SAFETY
• Do not operate the outboard motor
without the engine cover. Exposed
moving parts can cause injury.
• Do not remove any guards, labels,
shields, covers or safety devices;
they are installed for your safety.
• Stop the engine immediately if any-
one falls overboard.
• Do not run the engine while the
boat is near anyone in the water.
• Attach the emergency stop switch
lanyard securely to the operator.
The engine and exhaust system
become very hot during operation and
remain hot for a while after stopping.
Contact with hot engine components
can cause burns and may ignite some
materials.
• Avoid touching a hot engine or
exhaust system.
• Allow the engine to cool before
performing maintenance or
transporting.
Carbon Monoxide Poisoning Haz-
ard
Exhaust contains poisonous carbon
monoxide, a colorless and odorless
gas. Breathing exhaust can cause loss
of consciousness and may lead to
death.
• If you run the engine in an area that
is confined, or even partially
enclosed, the air can become con-
taminated with a dangerous amount
of exhaust gas. To keep exhaust gas
from building up, provide adequate
ventilation.