TOHATSU MX 50D2 - Operating Modes and Conditions

ENGINE OPERATION24
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Before shifting into forward or reverse,
make sure that boat is properly moored
and outboard motor can be steered fully to
the right and left. Make sure that no swim-
mer(s) is ahead or astern of the boat.
 Attach other end of emergency stop
switch tether to the operator's clothing
or arm and keep it attached during
cruising.
 Do not attach the tether to a part of
clothing that can be torn easily when
pulled.
 Arrange the tether so that will not be
caught by any object when pulled.
 Be careful not to pull the tether acciden-
tally during cruising. Unintentional stop
of engine can cause loss of control of
outboard motor. Rapid loss of engine
power can lead to falling down or caus-
ing passenger(s) to be thrown over
board.
Be sure to connect the emergency tethered
stop hook to your waist or clothing.
The engine will shut down when the switch
lock becomes disconnected from the
engine.
Note
Do not increase engine speed unnecessarily
in reverse.
F type
Turn the throttle grip toward "SLOW" and
move the Shift Lever quickly to Forward or
Reverse when the engine speed has
reached the lowest rpm.
Severe damage, and personal injury, may
occur if shifting at high engine speed.
Engine must be in the slow idle position
before shifting is attempted.
Before shifting, make sure that no swim-
mer(s) or obstacle(s) is ahead or astern of
the boat.
3. Forward and reverse
WARNING
WARNING
WARNING
Reverse
(R)
Forward
(F)
WARNING
WARNING
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