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INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE
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Perform the following checks and
inspection before and after use.
1. Daily inspection
!
WARNING
Do not use outboard motor on which any
abnormality is found during pre-operation
check, or it could go into trouble during
cruising potentially leading to accident.
Item
Points to Check
Action
Fuel System
●
Check the amount of fuel in the tank.
●
Check for dust or water in the fuel filter.
●
Check rubber pipes for oil leakage.
●
Fuel
Replenish
Clean
Replace
Fuel Tank Cap
●
Check for crack, leakage, damage in the fuel tank cap.
●
Check for crack, damage in the gasket and teather.
●
Check for leakage at full close.
●
Check for ratchet performance.
Replace
Replace
Replace
Replace
Lubrication
System
●
Check the amount of engine oil in the oil tank.
●
Check for dust or water in the oil filters.
Replenish
Clean
Electrical
Equipment
●
Check the spark plugs for dirt, wear and carbon built-up.
Spark plugs (30·40·50·75·90) NGK IZFR6Q (0.8mm gap) (0.0315
in)Spark plugs (115) NGK IZFR5J (0.8mm gap) (0.0315 in)
●
Check if the main switch functions normalty.
●
Check if the battery electrolyte level and specific
gravity are normal
●
Check for loose connections on battery terminal.
●
Check if the stop switch functions normally and make
sure the lock plate is present.
●
Check cords for loose connections and damage.
Clean or replace
Remedy or replace
Replenish or recharge
Retighten
Remedy or replace
Correct or replace
Throttle System
●
Check if the magneto works normally when turning the
throttle grip, and also check links for looseness.
Correct
Clutch and
Propeller
System
●
Check if the clutch engages correctly when operating
the Remote Control. (or Shift lever)
●
Check the propeller for bent or damaged blades.
●
Check if the propeller nut is tightened and the split pin is
present.
Adjust
Replace
Installation of
Motor
●
Check all the motor installation bolts with the boat.
●
Check the thrust rod installation.
Tighten
Tighten
Power Trim & Tilt
●
Check working of the tilt up and down of the motor.
Cooling Water
●
Check that cooling water is discharged from the cooling
water check port after the engine has started.
Tools and Spares
●
To be prepare tools and spare parts for replacing spark
plugs, propeller, etc.
●
Check if the spare rope is provided.
Steering Devices
●
Check working of steering handle and remote control.
Other parts
●
Check if the anode and trim tab are securely installed.
●
Check the anode and trim tab for corrosion and deformation.
Repair if necessary
Replace
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