6
OUTBOARD MOTOR SAFETY
IMPORTANT SAFETY
INFORMATION
The Honda BF2.3D outboard motor
is designed for use with boats that
have a suitable manufacturer’s power
recommendation. Other uses can
result in injury to the operator or
damage to the outboard motor and
other property.
Most injuries or property damage can
be
prevented if you follow all
instructions in this manual and on the
outboard motor. The most common
hazards are discussed in this chapter,
along with the best way to protect
yourself and others.
Operator Responsibility
• It is the operator’s responsibility to
provide the necessary safeguards to
protect people and property.
Know how to stop the engine
qu
ickly in case of emergency.
Understand the use of all controls.
• Stop the engine immediately if
an
yone falls overboard, and do not
run the engine while the boat is
near anyone in the water.
• Always stop the engine if you must
lea
ve the controls for any reason.
• Attach the emergency stop switch
lanya
rd securely to the operator.
• Always wear a PFD (Personal
Flotat
ion Device) while on the
boat.
• Familiarize yourself with all laws
and regulations relating to boati
ng
and the use of outboard motors.
• Be sure that anyone who operates
the outboard motor receives proper
instruction.
• Be sure the outboard motor is
p
roperly mounted on the boat.
• Do not remove the engine cover
while the engine is running.
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