General information
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Do not modify the outboard. Modifications
could make the motor unfit or unsafe to use.
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Never operate after drinking alcohol or tak-
ing drugs. About 50% of all boating fatalities
involve intoxication.
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Have an approved personal flotation device
(PFD) on board for every occupant. It is a
good idea to wear a PFD whenever boat-
ing. At a minimum, children and non-swim-
mers should always wear PFDs, and
everyone should wear PFDs when there
are potentially hazardous boating condi-
tions.
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Gasoline is highly flammable, and its va-
pors are flammable and explosive. Handle
and store gasoline carefully. Make sure
there are no gas fumes or leaking fuel be-
fore starting the engine.
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This product emits exhaust gases which
contain carbon monoxide, a colorless,
odorless gas which may cause brain dam-
age or death when inhaled. Symptoms in-
clude nausea, dizziness, and drowsiness.
Keep cockpit and cabin areas well ventilat-
ed. Avoid blocking exhaust outlets.
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Check throttle, shift, and steering for proper
operation before starting the engine.
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Attach the engine stop switch lanyard to a
secure place on your clothing, or your arm
or leg while operating. If you accidentally
leave the helm, the lanyard will pull from the
switch, stopping the engine.
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Know the marine laws and regulations
where you will be boating - and obey them.
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Stay informed about the weather. Check
weather forecasts before boating. Avoid
boating in hazardous weather.
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Tell someone where you are going: leave a
Float Plan with a responsible person. Be
sure to cancel the Float Plan when you re-
turn.
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Use common sense and good judgment
when boating. Know your abilities, and be
sure you understand how your boat han-
dles under the different boating conditions
you may encounter. Operate within your
limits, and the limits of your boat. Always
operate at safe speeds, and keep a careful
watch for obstacles and other traffic.
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Always watch carefully for swimmers during
the engine operation.
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Stay away from swimming areas.
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When a swimmer is in the water near you
shift into neutral and shut off the engine.
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Important labels
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Warning labels
EMU25401
Label
WARNING
EWM01260
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Be sure shift control is in neutral before
starting engine. (except 2HP)
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Do not touch or remove electrical parts
when starting or during operation.
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Keep hands, hair, and clothes away from
flywheel and other rotating parts while
engine is running.
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