OPERATION
SAFE OPERATING PRECAUTIONS
To safely realize the full potential of this outboard motor, you need a complete
understanding of its operation and a certain amount of practice with its
controls.
Before operating the outboard motor for the first time, please review the
/MPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION on page 7 and the chapter titled
BEFORE OPERATION.
For your safety, avoid starting or operating the engine in an enclosed area.
Your engine’s exhaust contains poisonous carbon monoxide gas which can
collect rapidly in an enclosed area and cause illness or death.
BREAK-IN PROCEDURE
Proper break-in procedure allows the moving parts to wear in smoothly for best
performance and long service life.
For the first 10 hours, run the outboard motor at low speed, and avoid full-
throttle operation.
PORTABLE FUEL TANK PLACEMENT AND CONNECTIONS
Fuel Tank Placement
Place the portable fuel tank in a well-ventilated location, away from direct
sunlight.
Gasoline is highly flammable
and explosive.
You can be burned or seriously
injured when handling fuel.
l Stop the engine and keep
heat, sparks, and flame away.
l Handle fuel only outdoors.
l Wipe up spills immediately.
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