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Operation
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4. Check that the trim and tilt rod is free of
corrosion or other flaws.
5. Tilt the outboard motor down. Check that
the trim and tilt rod operates smoothly.
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Battery
Check that the battery is in good condition,
and fully charged. Check that the battery
connections are clean, secure and covered
by insulating covers. The electrical contacts
of the battery and cables must be clean and
properly connected or the battery will not
start the engine.
Refer to the battery manufacturer’s instruc-
tions for checks for your particular battery.
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Filling fuel
WARNING
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●
Gasoline and its vapors are highly flam-
mable and explosive. Always refuel ac-
cording to this procedure to reduce the
risk of fire and explosion.
●
Gasoline is poisonous and can cause
injury or death. Handle gasoline with
care. Never siphon gasoline by mouth.
If you should swallow some gasoline or
inhale a lot of gasoline vapor, or get
some gasoline in your eyes, see your
doctor immediately. If gasoline spills
on your skin, wash with soap and wa-
ter. If gasoline spills on your clothing,
change your clothes.
1. Be sure the engine is stopped.
2. Disconnect the fuel line from the fuel
tank and tighten the air vent screw on
the fuel tank cap.
3. Remove the portable tank from the boat.
4. Be sure you are in a well-ventilated out-
door area, either securely moored or
trailered.
5. Do not smoke and keep away from
sparks, flames, static electric discharge,
or other sources of ignition.
6. If you use a portable container to store
and dispense fuel, use only an approved
GASOLINE container.
7. Touch the fuel nozzle to the filler open-
ing or funnel to help prevent electrostatic
1. Trim and tilt rod
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