Wear heavy gloves.
Remove the emergency stop
switch clip to prevent an
accidental start of the engine.
When checking the propeller:
The propeller blades are thin
and sharp. Careless handling of
the propeller can result in injury.
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Propeller and Cotter Pin
Inspection
PRE-OPERATION CHECKS
PROPELLER
COTTER PIN
CASTLE NUT
Propeller rotates rapidly while
cruising. Before starting the engine,
check the propeller blades for
damage and deformation and replace
if necessary.
Consult an authorized Honda
outboard motor dealer for propeller
selection.
Engine speed varies according to the
propeller size and the boat condition.
Use of the outboard motor outside
the full throttle speed range will
adversely affect the engine and cause
a serious problem. Use of the correct
propeller assures powerful
acceleration, top speed, excellency in
terms of economy and cruising
comfort, and it assures longer engine
life as well.
Consult with your authorized Honda
outboard motor dealer for proper
propelle r selection.
Check the propeller for damage,
wear, or deformation.
Keep the spare washer, castle nut and
cotter pin with you on your boat.
Obtain a spare propeller for the event
of an unpredictable accident while
cruising. If no spare propeller is
available, return to the pier at low
speed and replace (see page ).
Check the cotter pin for damage.
Check whether the propeller is
installed properly.
Replace whenever the propeller is
faulty.
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