Honda Power Equipment BF2D Boat User Manual
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1. 65 Engine Stop Switch 12 FEATURES 18 18 FUEL 40 4 0 0 0 00 41 Fuel Cap Vent 2 1 16 GEAR OIL 2 4 7 01041 1 6 47 GEAR OIL LEVEL CHECK 2 22024424 2 1 100000 sas atas 46 HELPFUL TIPS AND SUGGESTIONS eene transeat 53 STORING YOUR OUTBOARD 53 Removal From 222222 2 02 222 0200000022012222 50002222 57 Storage Precautions 200 0 0 1 nma n tnra rennen 56 Storage Preparation ee ee od Honda Publications 70 INTRODUCTION 0 1 IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION esee rennen nn nmm 7 72 2 2 2 1 0 40 19 INSTALLATION HEIGHT 19 INSTALLATION POSITION 0 42. Refuel With Care 1 0 0 eene d a n d nnne een 8 SAFETY LABEL LOCATIONS 1 1 6 eene nnne 9 SHEAR 2 menn endi aae ness enne 52 SPARK PLUG SERVICE 49 STARTING THE ENGINE eese nnnm 25 Ladsils cMMMMMMMEMMMMMMEME C 31 STOPPING THE ee ee EE e arn cesses manns nnns nnd 29 STORING YOUR OUTBOARD 2 2 6 53 Serial Number 62 Specifications R 66 Steering Friction 15 Storage 2 56 Storage Preparation 53 SUBMERGED 2222 1 11 1 0 00 htm nnn natn eres nnt stan nnne enne 60 T TAKING CARE OF UNEXPECTED PROBLEMS 59 TECHNICAL amp CONSUMER INFORMATION 62 TECHNICAL nnm 62 THE IMPORTANCE OF MAI
3. or backfiring under load Afterburning backfiring Black exhaust smoke or high fuel consumption Replacement Parts The emission control systems on your Honda engine were designed built and certified to conform with EPA emission regulations We recommend the use of genuine Honda parts whenever you have maintenance done These original design replacement parts are manufactured to the same standards as the original parts so you can be confident of their performance The use of replacement parts that are not of the original design and quality may impair the effectiveness of your emission control system A manufacturer of an aftermarket part assumes the responsibility that the part will not adversely affect emission performance The manufacturer or rebuilder of the part must certify that use of the part will not result in a failure of the engine to comply with emission regulations Maintenance Follow the maintenance schedule 39 Remember that this schedule is based on the assumption that your machine will be used for its designed purpose Sustained high load or high temperature operation or use in unusually wet or dusty conditions will require more frequent service 66 TECHNICAL 8 CONSUMER INFORMATION Specifications With centrifugal clutch BZBF Without centrifugal clutch BZBK mE o Recoil starter Specified oil Engine API standard SF or SG
4. Habana Gut ven icai 13 Fuel Valve Lever 14 Recoil Starner staan DAS 14 Steering Friction debuerat usb tapa hos Lire deu uu 15 E E 15 Transom Angle Adjusting 16 16 Engine Cover Retaining Strap 17 seen 17 FEATURE eres Unm 18 18 Oil Level Inspection Window 18 E 18 CONTENTS MOTOR ANGLE FOR CRUISING MOTOR ANGLE ADJUSTMENT 222 0 0 00000 ARE YOU READY GET UNDER WAY Knowledge Safety Apparel 0 0 6 1 0 IS YOUR OUTBOARD MOTOR READY GO Safety INSPECTION Maintenance Inspection EE EE BREAK IN PROCEDURE 40 44004000 0 STARTING THE ENGINE EMERGENCY STARTING 202 20 000000 00
5. 1 _ 1 __ Starter rope Check Valveclearance CheckReadut Replace Every 200 hours __ Propeller cotter pin Check __ ___ __ Anode Idling speed CheckReadust luteh shoes and drum 99 Swivel case lining and bush Replace Every 3 years 2 Water sealing Replace Every 3 years 2 Baits and nuts Check Retighten om Fuel tank and Clean Toe Fuel ne Check Every 4 years 2 Replace Emission related items NOTE 1 Lubricate more frequently when used in salt water 2 These items should be serviced by an authorized Honda marine dealer unless the owner has the proper tools and is mechanically proficient See the Honda Shop Manual 3 For professional commercial use log hours of operation to determine proper maintenance intervals 39 SERVICING YOUR HONDA OUTBOARD MOTOR REFUELING Fuel tank capacity 0 26 US gal 1 0 0 22 Imp gal With the engine stopped turn the FUEL FILLER ventknob counterclockwise to open the fuel tank vent and remove the fuel filler cap Refill the fuel tank if the fuel level is low WARNING Gasoline is highly flammable and explosive FUEL TANK F You can be burned or seriously MAXIMUM FUEL LEVEL injured when handling fuel Stop the engine
6. The spark plug must be securely tightened An improperly tightened plug can become very hot and may cause engine damage e Use only the recommended spark plug or equivalent A spark plug which has an improper heat range may cause engine damage 50 SERVICING YOUR HONDA OUTBOARD MOTOR RECOIL STARTER ROPE INSPECTION Inspect the recoil starter rope and replace it if it becomes frayed Always keep the tool kits emer gency starter rope onboard in case the recoil starter rope fails ANODE REPLACEMENT The anode is sacrificial material which helps to protect the outboard motor from corrosion Replace the anode whenithas been reduced to about half its original size or if itis crumbling Painting or coating the anode will defeat its purpose and will lead to rust and corrosion damage to the outboard motor The anode must be exposed to the water Short shaft type Long shaft type ANODES SERVICING YOUR HONDA OUTBOARD MOTOR SHEAR PIN REPLACEMENT A shear pin is used to protect the propeller and drive mechanism from damage when the propeller strikes an obstruction 1 Remove the cotter pin the propeller and the propeller 2 Remove the broken shear pin and replace it with a new one 3 Install the propeller 4 Install a new cotter pin and spread the ends as shown in the illustration COTTER PIN COTTER PIN SHEAR PIN PROPELLER SPARE SHEAR PINS AND COTTER PINS 52 HE
7. cnni STOPPING THE 0 4 4 1 Emergency Engine Stopping Normal Engine Stopping Inpzzoijgcm pn ucee 22 22 5 THE IMPORTANCE OF MAINTENANCE 1 21 1 9 36 MAINTENANCE SAFETY 37 Safety Precautions UNE 37 TOOL KIT AND SPARE PARTS 11 38 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE 39 REFUELING 40 _ FUEL RECOMMENDATIONS eese mmm nn 41 eazOcSDICPM 42 ENGINE OIL LEVEL 43 ENGINE OIL CHANGE 44 ENGINE OIL RECOMMENDATIONS 45 GEAR OIL LEVEL CHECK 2 1 nenne 46 EelNellccm 47 LUBRIC TON T 48 SPARK PLUG SERVICE 49 RECOIL STARTER ROPE INSPECTION eem 51 ANODE REPLACEMENT 51 SHEAR PIN REPLACEMENT essere enne ees 52 HELPFU
8. 15 Throttle Grip PRRRREEMMEEEMEEEEEEEEEEEEMMEEMMMMMMMMM 13 Throttle Grip Friction 19 Throttle 13 15 Transom Angle Adjusting Bolt 00 1000001001 16 FEATURES 222 241 0 18 18 Centrifugal CHURCH 18 Level Inspection Window 18 CONSUMER INFORMATION 0 1 42 22 32 Carbon Monoxide Hazard 8 72 EMERGENCY STARTING tenet terat eene rra 28 Engine Cover Fixing 40 17 ENGINE CHANGE 2 0 41 094 22111 ra d eo nnns 44 ENGINE OIL LEVEL CHECK 43 ENGINE OIL RECOMMENDATIONS 45 ENGINE WILL NOT 022240220 0 59 Emergency Engine Stopping 29 Emission Control System Information
9. Apply marine anticorrosion grease to the following areas THROTTLE ARM THROTTLE ARM CHOKE ARM STEERING FRICTION BOLT e ADJUSTING ROD THRUST RECEIVER Apply anticorrosion oil to pivot surfaces where grease cannot penetrate 48 SERVICING YOUR HONDA OUTBOARD MOTOR SPARK PLUG SERVICE Recommended spark plug CR5HSB NGK U16FSR UB DENSO 1 Remove the engine cover 2 Remove the spark plug cap 3 Use the wrench supplied in the tool kit to remove the spark plug 4 Visually inspect the spark piug Discard the spark plug if there is apparent wear or if the insulators are cracked or chipped Clean the spark plug with a wire brush if it is to be reused 5 Measure the plug gap with a feeler gauge Correct as necessary by carefully bending the side electrode The gap should be 0 024 0 028 in 0 60 0 70 mm PLUG WRENCH PLUG GAP 0 024 0 028 in 0 60 0 70 mm 49 SERVICING YOUR HONDA OUTBOARD MOTOR 6 Check that the spark plug washeris in good condition and thread the spark plug in by hand to prevent cross threading 7 Afterthe spark plug is seated tighten with a spark plug wrench to compress the washer lf installing a new spark plug tighten 1 2 turn after the spark plug seats to compress the washers If reinstalling a used spark plug tighten 1 8 1 4 turn after the spark plug seats to compress the washer 8 Install the engine cover
10. 1 44 Move the fuel valve lever to the OFF position and turn the fuel vent knob clockwise to close the fuel vent Loosen the oil drain bolt and turn the motor on its tiller handle side Remove the oil drain bolt and washer to drain the oil Improper disposal of engine oil can be harmful to the environment If you change your own oil please dispose of the used oil properly Put it in sealed container and take recycling center Do not discard itin atrash bin or dump it on the ground Stand the outboard motor in a vertical position and install a new washer and the oil drain bolt securely Remove the engine cover Remove the oil filler cap and fill the crankcase with the recommended oil seepage 45 to the upper limit mark on the oil level inspection window Install the oil filler cap and tighten it securely Install the engine cover Engine oil capacity 0 26 US qt 0 25 0 22 Imp qt OIL FILLER CAP e UPPER LIMIT MARK OIL FILLER HOLE LOWER LIMIT MARK OIL LEVEL INSPECTIGN WINDOW OIL DRAIN BOLT SERVICING YOUR HONDA OUTBOARD MOTOR ENGINE OIL RECOMMENDATIONS Oil is a major factor affecting performance and service life Use 4 stroke automotive detergent oil SAE 10W 30 is recommended for general use SAE Viscosity Grades AMBIENT TEMPERATURE The SAE oil viscosity and service classification are in the API label on the oil container Honda rec
11. Power Owner s Manual Outboard Motor BEAD eie eal iei ME Nich a ee Clickhere to save this manual to your x im Sarak 1 5155 ETERNE ia urs MN Xj E i HONDA MOTOR LTD s WARNING The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer birth defects or other reproductive harm Keep this owner s manual handy so you can refer to it at any This owner s manual is considered a permanent part of the outboard motor and should remain with the outboard motor if resold The information and specifications included in this publication were in effect at the time of approval for printing Honda Motor Co Ltd reserves the right however to discontinue or change specifications or design at any time without notice and without incurring any obligation whatever No part of this publica tion may be reproduced without written permission INTRODUCTION Congratulations on your selection of a Honda outboard motor We are certain you will be pleased with your purchase of one of the finest outboard motors on the market We want to help you get the best results from your new outboard motor and to operate it safely This manual contains the information on how t
12. SAE 10W 30 Gear case Marine SAE 90 hypoid gear Service Classification GL 4 5 Engine 0 26 US at 0 25 0 22 Imp qt Gear case 0 05 US qt 0 05 2 0 04 Imp qt Oil capacity Cooling system Engine Forced air cooling Exhaust system Underwater exhaust 31 research octane 86 pump octane iller handle 60 Dimensions 16 1 in 410 mm 16 1 in 410 mm 37 2 in 945 43 3 in 1 100 mm Width 11 0 in 280 mm 11 0 in 280 mm anti cavitation plate 7 1 4 x 4 3 4 in 3 184 x 120 mm No of blades diameter x pitch Dry weight 26 7 165 29 3 Ibs 121 kg 12 7 kg 13 3 cwn syen O ______ Honda outboards are power rated in accordance with NMMA procedures and using the ICOMIA standard 28 23 4 67 TECHNICAL amp CONSUMER INFORMATION Tuneup Spark plug gap 0 024 0 028 in 0 60 0 70 mm 49 Idle speed 2 000 x 100 rpm See shop manual Valve clearance Intake 0 08 0 02 mm See shop manual cold Exhaust 0 11 0 02 mm Other specifications No other adjustments needed 68 TECHNICAL amp CONSUMER INFORMATION WIRING DIAGRAMS IGNITION COIL BL ZR PCCI ENGINE STOP SWITCH E SPARK PLU 69 TECHNICAL amp CONSUMER INFORMATION CONSUMER INFORMATION Honda Publications These publications will give you
13. ARE YOU READY TO GET UNDER WAY rennen need nentes 22 11 22 Safety Apparel 2 0 2 4 222 2 0 0000 22 IS YOUR OUTBOARD MOTOR READY TO GO 22 Maintenance Inspection 23 Safety 23 BREAK IN PROCEDURE 2 2 0 000000 00 24 C Choke Knob nen 12 Clamp Serews 17 CONTENTS 2 2 2 0 2022 2 0000000100000000000000000 3 CONTROLS amp 22 22 0 0 1 00 000 001000 rena E Serene 10 COMPONENT amp CONTROL LOCATIONS 10 CONTROLS 10 CHOKE 12 Clamp Serews sessi enean nennt ne th deban ee ae breed d ent a ra aenea era dan 17 Engine Cover Retaining Strap 1 NN 17 Engine Stop Switch 12 Fuel Cap Vent Knob 0 6 eere linee eines sanis 16 Fuel EIER THREE 13 Recoil Starter Grip E 13 Steering Friction Bolt
14. Before leaving the dock check the operation of the engine stop switch During operation check to be sure the anticavitation plate remains underwater at alltimes Excessive or imbalanced loading will affect the motor s water depth Loading too far forward will raise the motor out of the water reducing engine cooling Loading too much or too far rearward will push the motor deeper reducing performance EMERGENCY STARTING If the recoil starter is not working properly the engine can be started with the spare starter rope in the tool kit 1 Remove the engine cover 2 Remove the recoil starter by removing the three 5 mm nuts 3 Follow steps 1 through 5 of the normal engine starting procedure see pages 25 and 26 4 Wind the spare rope clockwise around the pulley and then pull it straight out to start the engine Keep clear of moving parts 5 Leave the recoil starter off and reinstall the engine cover A WARNING Exposed moving parts can cause in jury Use extreme care when installing the engine cover Do not operate the outboard motor without the engine m ENGINE COV R 5 mm NUTS 28 OPERATION STOPPING THE ENGINE Emergency Engine Stopping Disengage the emergency engine stop switch clip from the engine stop switch by pulling the lanyard It is a good idea to stop the engine with the emergency engine stop switch lanyard from time to time to be sure that the
15. INFORMATION Emission Control System Information Source of Emissions The combustion process produces carbon monoxide oxides of nitrogen and hydrocarbons Control of hydrocarbons and oxides of nitrogen is very important because under certain conditions they react to form photochemical smog when subjected to sunlight Carbon monoxide does not react in the same way but it is toxic Honda utilizes lean carburetor settings and other systems to reduce the emissions of carbon monoxide oxides of nitrogen and hydrocarbons The U S Clean Air Act EPA regulations require all manufacturers to furnish written instructions describing the operation and maintenance of emission control systems The following instructions and procedures must be followed in order to keep the emissions from your Honda engine within the emission standards Tampering and Altering Tampering with or altering the emission control system may increase emis sions beyond the legal limit Among those acts that constitute tampering are Removal or alteration of any part of the intake fuel or exhaust systems Alterations that would cause the engine to operate outside its design parameters 65 TECHNICAL amp CONSUMER INFORMATION Problems That May Affect Emissions If you are aware of any of the following symptoms have your engine inspected and repaired by your servicing dealer Hard starting or stalling after starting Rough idle
16. TIPS amp SUGGESTIONS Engine Oil 1 Change the engine oil 44 2 Remove the spark plug see page 49 3 Pour a tablespoon 5 10 cc of clean engine oil into the cylinder 4 Pull the starter grip several times to distribute the oil in the cylinder 5 Reinstall the spark plug 55 HELPFUL TIPS amp SUGGESTIONS Storage Precautions Selecta well ventilated storage area If possible avoid storage areas with high humidity If your fuel tank contains gasoline store it away from any appliance that operates with a flame such as a furnace water heater or clothes dryer Also avoid any area with a spark producing electric motor or where power tools are operated otore the outboard motor either vertically or horizontally as shown below If storing horizontally be sure to fold the tiller handle so the outboard motor rests on its case protectors Any other storage position may cause damage or oil leakage CORRECT INCORRECT CASE PROTECTOR Cover the outboard motor to keep out dust Do not use sheet plastic as a dust cover nonporous cover will trap moisture promoting rust and corrosion 56 HELPFUL TIPS amp SUGGESTIONS Removal From Storage Check your outboard motor as described in the BEFORE OPERATION chapter of this manual If the cylinder was coated with oil during storage preparation the engine may smoke briefly at startup This is normal TRANSPORTING When trailering a bo
17. The Distributor s Limited Warranty does not cover fuel system damage or engine performance problems resulting from neglected storage preparation You can extend fuel storage life by adding a fuel stabilizer that is formulated for that purpose or you can avoid fuel deterioration problems by draining the fuel tank and carburetor 53 HELPFUL TIPS amp SUGGESTIONS DRAINING THE FUEL TANK AND CARBURETOR With the outboard motor in a vertical position place an approved gasoline container below the fuel drain outlet and use a funnel to avoid spilling fuel 1 With the engine stopped turn the fuel cap vent knob counterclockwise to open the fuel vent and remove the fuel filler cap Empty the fuel tank into an approved gasoline container using a commer cially available hand siphon Reinstall the fuel filler cap Loosen the carburetor drain screw and move the fuel valve lever to the ON position to drain the carburetor and the fuel tank into an approved gasoline container WARNING Gasoline is highly flammable and explosive DRAIN SCREW You can be burned or seriously injured when handling fuet Keep heat sparks and flame away Handle fuei only outdoors Wipe up spills immedi ately 4 After draining is completed tighten the carburetor drain screw and turn the fuel valve to the OFF position 5 Turn the fuel filler cap vent knob clockwise to close the fuel vent 54 HELPFUL
18. additional information for maintaining and repairing your engine You may order them from your Honda marine dealer Shop Manual This manual covers complete maintenance and overhaul procedures It is intended to be used by a skilled technician Parts Catalog This manual provides complete illustrated parts lists 70 TECHNICAL amp CONSUMER INFORMATION Warranty Service Information Honda marine dealership personnel are trained professionals They should be able to answer any question you may have If you encounter a problem that your dealer does not solve to your satisfaction please discuss it with the dealerships management The Service Manager or General Manager can help Almost all problems are solved in this way If you are dissatisfied with the decision made by the dealership s manage ment contact the Honda Marine Customer Relations Office You can write American Honda Motor Co Inc Marine Division Customer Relations Office 4475 River Green Parkway Duluth Georgia 30096 2565 Or telephone 770 497 6400 When you write or call please give us this informatton Model and serial number see page 62 Name of the dealer who sold the outboard motor to you Name and address of the dealer who services your outboard motor Date of purchase Your name address and telephone number A detailed description of the problem 71 Current customer service contact information Your owner s manual was wri
19. and gasoline vapor can explode Refuel outdoors tn a well ventilated area with the engine stopped Never smoke near gasoline and keep other flames and sparks away Refuel carefully to avoid spilling fuel Avoid overtilling the fuel tank Afterrefueling tighten the filler cap securely If any fuelis spilled make sure the area is dry before starting the engine Carbon Monoxide Hazard Exhaust gas contains poisonous carbon monoxide Avoid inhalation of exhaust gas Never run the engine in a closed garage or confined area OUTBOARD MOTOR SAFETY SAFETY LABEL LOCATIONS The labels shown here contain important safety information Please read them carefully These labels are considered permanent parts of your outboard motor If a label comes off or becomes hard to read contact an authorized Honda servicing dealer for a replacement t touch the lower faut since It will cause burn KEEP AWAY FROM FLAMES STOP THE ENGINE BEFORE REFUELING WIPE SFILLEC GASOLINE BEFORE STARTING B WHEN CARRYING SHUT BREATHER VALVE GASOLINE ONLY CHECK LEVEL BEFORE STARTING WHEN FLUSH THE SYSTEM THOROUGHLY WiTH FRESH WATER AFTER EACH USE IM SALT WATER STORING TURN LP AND MOTOR IN POSITION OR EMERGENCY SPARE CLIP IM THE TOOL BAG OL API SF SG SAE 109 30 CONTROLS FEATURES COM
20. and keep heat sparks and flame away Handle fuel only outdoors Wipe up spills immediately Refuel in a well ventilated area before starting the engine If the engine has been running allow it to cool Refuel carefully to avoid spilling fuel Inspect the condition of the fuel filler cap gasket and replace if necessary After refilling install and tighten the fuel filler cap securely Turn the vent knob clockwise to close the tank vent Spilled fuel is not only a fire hazard it causes environmental damage Wipe up spills immediately Fuel can damage paint and plastic Be careful not to spill fuel when filling your fuel tank Damage caused by spilled fuel is not covered under warranty 40 SERVICING YOUR HONDA OUTBOARD MOTOR FUEL RECOMMENDATIONS Use unleaded gasoline with a pump octane rating of 86 or higher This outboard motor is certified to operate on unleaded gasoline Unleaded gasoline produces fewer engine and spark plug deposits and extends exhaust system life Never use stale or contaminated gasoline or an off gasoline mixture Avoid getting dirt or water in the fuel tank Occasionally you may hear light spark knock or pinging metallic rapping noise while operating under heavy loads This is no cause for concern If spark knock or pinging occurs at a steady engine speed under normal load change brands of gasoline If spark knock or pinging persists see an authorized Honda marine de
21. serial number __ Frame serial number 62 TECHNICAL amp CONSUMER INFORMATION Carburetor Modification for High Altitude Operation At high altitude the standard carburetor air fuel mixture will be too rich Performance will decrease and fuel consumption will increase A very rich mixture will aiso foul the spark plug and cause starting High altitude performance can be improved by specific modifications to the carburetor If you always operate your engine at altitudes above 5 000 feet 1 500 meters have an authorized Honda marine dealer perform this carbu retor modification Even with carburetor modification engine horsepower will decrease about 3 5 for each 1 000 foot 300 meter increase in altitude The effect of altitude on horsepower will be greater than this if no carburetor modification is made When the carburetor has been modified for high altitude operation the air fuel mixture will be too lean for low altitude use Operation at altitudes below 5 000 feet 1 500 meters with a modified carburetor may cause the engine to overheat and result in serious engine damage For use at low altitudes have an authorized Honda marine dealer return the carburetor to original factory specifications 63 TECHNICAL amp CONSUMER INFORMATION Oxygenated Fuels Some conventional gasolines are being blended with alcohol or an ether compound These gasolines are collectively referred to as oxygenated fuels To me
22. with boats that have suitable manufacturer s power recommendation and other uses can result in injury to the operator or damage to the outboard motor and other property Most accidents can be prevented if you follow all instructions in this manual and on the outboard motor most common hazards are discussed below along with the best way to protect yourself and others Operator Responsibility It is the operators responsibility to provide the necessary safeguards to protect people and property Know how to stop the engine quickly in case of emergency Understand the use of all controls Stop the engine immediately if anyone falls overboard and do not run the engine while the boat is near anyone in the water Always stop the engine if you must leave the controls for any reason Attach the emergency stop switch lanyard securely to the operator Always wear a PERSONAL FLOTATION DEVICE PFD while on the boat Familiarize yourself with all laws and regulations relating to boating and the use of outboard motors Be sure that anyone who operates the outboard motor receives proper instruction Be sure the outboard motor is properly mounted on the boat Do not remove the engine cover while the engine is running Do not attempt to modify the outboard motor Do not remove any labels covers or safety devices they are installed for your safety OUTBOARD MOTOR SAFETY Refuel With Care e Gasoline is extremely flammable
23. 4 0 400 0 0 0 19 MOTOR ANGLE ADJUSTMENT sees enteramente rnm nnne raesent a natnra 21 MOTOR ANGLE FOR CRUISING 20 OUTBOARD MOTOR 20 L LUBRICATION MEME 48 73 INDEX M Maintenance Inspection 23 MAINTENANCE SAFETY anna 37 Safety Precautions 37 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE 39 MOTOR ANGLE ADJUSTMENT 21 MOTOR ANGLE FOR CRUISING 2 2 422 000 20 N Normal Engine Stopping 222 2 2 1 1 00200 0000020001 010200 29 Oil Level Inspection Window rnnt ee 17 OPERATION MM 24 BREAK IN PROCEDURE 2 4 CRUISING ease eren rane serae riis add to 232 EMERGENCY 8 2 2 0 6 28 REVERSING THE OUTBOARD MOTOR 33 SAFE OPERATING 24 STARTING THE ENGINE eras sra 25 STEERING 31 STOPPING THE 29 Emergency Engine StODpIng renim re
24. 75 4 Adjust the steering friction bolt to keep the motor from moving If the motor is tilted in the reverse position crankcase oil will enter the cylinder and may cause difficult starting or may prevent the engine from being cranked Do not use the tiller handle to tilt the outboard motor 5 To return the outboard motor to the normal running position hold the outboard motor by the front carrying handle on the engine case and pull the tilt level toward you then lower the outboard motor slowly REAR CARRYING TILT LEVER HANDLE STEERING FRICTION BOLT FRONT CARRYING HANDLE 34 To avoid damaging the motor be very careful when mooring a boat especially when its motor is tilted up Don t allow the motor to strike against the pier or other boats NO 35 SERVICING YOUR HONDA OUTBOARD MOTOR THE IMPORTANCE OF MAINTENANCE Good maintenance is essential for safe economical and trouble free opera tion It will also help reduce air pollution WARNING Improperly maintaining this outboard motor failure to correct a problem before operation can cause a malfunction in which you can be seriously hurt or killed Always follow the inspection and maintenance recommendations and schedules in this owner s manual To help you properly care for your outboard motor the following pages include a maintenance schedule routine inspection procedures and simple mainte
25. ER THROTTLE GRIP 32 OPERATION REVERSING THE OUTBOARD MOTOR 1 For the throttle lever type Move the throttle lever to the SLOW position For the throttle grip type Move the throttle grip to the SLOW position and hold it there by turning the throttle grip friction knob clockwise Before rotating the outboard motor from either forward to reverse or from reverse to forward reduce the engine speed to SLOW or the boat could capsize THROTTLE LEVER type SA THAOTTLE GRIP type SCHA THROTTLE 1 THROTTLE GRIP FRICTION KNOB SLOW To reverse direction turn the outboard motor 180 and then pivot the tiller handle as shown Forthethrottle griptype be care ful not to hold and move the throttle grip when pivoting the tiller handle When operating in reverse proceed with caution to avoid hitting any underwa ter obstructions with the propeller 33 TILTING THE OUTBOARD MOTOR Tilt the motor to prevent the propeiler and gear case from hitting bottom when the boat is beached or stopped in shallow water 1 Stop the engine and turn the fuel valve lever off 2 Close the fuel tank vent by turning the vent knob clockwise 3 With the motor in the forward position tilt the outboard motor using the front and rear carrying handles the engine cover The spring loaded tilt lever will automatically move into position and hold the outboard motor when it reaches approximately
26. L TIPS amp SUGGESTIONS enero 53 STORING YOUR OUTBOARD MOTOR 53 Storage Preparation 53 FOG AU ONG OO OT 56 Removal From 510 57 Ur el tee 57 5 ENGINE WILL NOT 5 59 SUBMERGED MOTOR 60 62 TECHNICAL INFORMATION 62 Serial Number Locations 62 Carburetor Modification for High Altitude Operation 63 Oxygenated Fuels c 64 Emission Control System Information 09 Specifications 67 WIRING 69 CONSUMER INFORMATION 70 Honda Publications 2 2 2 0 00 70 Warranty Service Information 71 UNDE K E 72 QUICK REFERENCE INFORMATION Inside back cover OUTBOARD MOTOR SAFETY IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION Honda BF2D outboard motors are designed for use
27. LPFUL TIPS amp SUGGESTIONS STORING YOUR OUTBOARD MOTOR Storage Preparation Proper storage preparation is essential for keeping your outboard motor troublefree and looking good The following steps will help to keep rust and corrosion from impairing your outboard motor s function and appearance and will make the engine easier to start when you use the outboard motor again Cleaning and Flushing Wash the outside of the outboard motor with clean and fresh water as described on page 42 Touch up any damaged paint and coat areas that may rust with a light film of 011 Lubricate controls with silicone spray lubricant Fuel Gasoline will oxidize and deteriorate in storage Old gasoline will cause hard starting and it leaves gum deposits that clog the fuel system If the gasoline in your fuel tank and carburetor deteriorates during storage you may need to have the carburetor and other fuel system components serviced or replaced The length of time that gasoline can be left in your fuel tank and carburetor without causing functional problems will vary with such factors as gasoline blend your storage temperatures and whether the fuel tank is partially or completely filled The air in a partially filled fuel tank promotes fuel deteriora tion Very warm storage temperatures accelerate fuel deterioration Fuel deterioration problems may occur within a few months or even less if the gasoline was not fresh when you filled the fuel tank
28. NTENANCE 2 2 2 0 6 rennen enne 32 Throttle Lever tasa aa ee masse ea da da aen n nenne 13 TILTING THE OUTBOARD MOTOR 2 1 1 174 a dann nnns 34 Tilt Lever AMEN 15 TOOL AND SPARE PARTS eese eene 38 21 2 57 Transom Angle Adjusting Bolt nennen nennen 16 Throttle Grip RR 13 Throttle Grip Friction Knob eee 13 Warranty Service Information nennen eerte rennen ener 71 WIRING 65 1 2 2 2 1 117 0 6 6 ted asian nn minen eese d a d en ra a nene nennen 69 75 76 QUICK REFERENCE INFORMATION Unleaded gasoline with a pum Fue Type rating of 86 or higher page 44 Capacity 0 26 US gal 1 0 Engine Oil SAE 10W 30 API SF or SG page 45 Vi MEER i Capacity 0 26 US qt 0 25 4 Marine SAE 90 hypoid API GL 4 or GL 5 Gear Oil Capacity 0 05 US qt 0 05 CR5HSB NGK U16FSR UB DENSO ap 0 024 0 028 in 0 60 0 70 page 49 Idle speed 2 000 100 rpm Betore oil level page 43 5 Che
29. PONENT amp CONTROL LOCATIONS THROTTLE LEVER 5 type only ENGINE STOP SWITCH STARTER GRIP ENGINE COVER OIL FILLER CAP inside the engine cover i E 7 LEVEL INSPECTION WINDOW THROTTLE GRIP SCHA LCHA type TILLER HANDLE ENGINE COVER RETAINING STRAP EMERGENCY ENGINE 2 ENGINE SERIAL STOP SWITCH LANYARD NUMBER CLAMP SCREW STEERING STERN FRICTION BOLT ADJUSTING ROD ANODE METAL GEAR OIL LEVEL PLUG ANTICAVITATION GEAR OIL DRAIN PLUG PROPELLER LCHA type is shown above 10 CONTROLS amp FEATURES FUEL FILLER CAP CASE PROTECTOR NE EN Kon CHOKE KNOB Za THROTTLE GRIP FRICTION KNOB SCHA LCHA type FUEL VALVE LEVER TILT LEVER FRAME SERIAL NUMBER x Always list the number when ordering parts LCHA type is shown above 11 CONTROLS 8 FEATURES CONTROLS 5 Engine Stop Switch ENGINE STOP BUTTON SWITCH The engine stop switch has controls for normal engine stopping and emergency engine stopping In normal operation press the en o My gine stop button to stop the engine SN i m A clip and lanyard system stops the LANYARD CUP engine automaticaily if the operator falls away from the controls The switch clip must be inserted in the engine stop switch in order for the engine to start and run The other end of the lanyard attaches to the operato
30. aler Running the engine with persistent spark knock or pinging can cause engine damage Running the engine with persistent spark knock or pinging is misuse and the Distributor s Limited Warranty does not cover parts damaged by misuse 41 SERVICING YOUR HONDA OUTBOARD MOTOR CLEANING After each use in salt water or dirty water thoroughly clean the outboard motor with fresh water 4 A WARNING Be sure the outboard motor is securely mounted and do not leave it unattended while running Keep children and pets away from the area and stay clear of moving parts during this procedure Running the outboard motor without sufficient water can cause serious engine damage due to overheating 42 SERVICING YOUR HONDA OUTBOARD MOTOR ENGINE OIL LEVEL CHECK Check the engine oil level with the engine stopped and the outboard motor in a vertical position 1 Check the oil level shown on the oil level inspection window 2 f the oil level is near or below the lower limit mark on the window fill with the recommended oil to the upper limit mark on the window see page 44 Running the engine with a low level can cause engine damage 652 UPPER LIMIT MARK LOWER LIMIT MARK 9 i OIL LEVEL INSPECTION WINDOW 43 SERVICING YOUR HONDA OUTBOARD MOTOR ENGINE OIL CHANGE Drain the used oil while the engine is warm Warm oil drains quickly and completely
31. ard to your wrist before starting the engine EMERGENCY ENGINE STOP SWITCH CLIP SPARE EMERGENCY ENGINE STOP SWITCH CLIP ENGINE STOP EMERGENCY ENGINE STOP SWITCH SWITCH LANYARD 2 Open the fuel tank vent by turn ing the vent knob at least 2 3 turns counterclockwise VENT KNOB FUEL FILLER CAP 25 3 Move the fuel valve lever to the ON position FUEL VALVE LEVER 4 Move the throttle lever or the throttle grip to the START position Do not start the engine with the throttle lever or the throttle grip in the FAST position or the boat will move suddenly when the engine starts THROTTLE LEVER type SA THROTTLE GRIP type SCHA LCHA THROTTLE LEVER THROTTLE GRIP 5 To start cold engine pull out the choke knob To restart a warm engine leave the choke knob pushed in CHOKE KNOB 26 OPERATION 6 Pull the recoil starter grip slowly until you feel resistance then pull briskly Donotallow the starter grip to snap back against the engine Return it gently to prevent damage to the starter Donot pull the starter grip while the engine is running as that may damage the starter Before pulling the starter grip for cranking the engine position the outboard motor straight If the engine fails to start check the engine stop switch clip STARTER GRIP 7 If the choke was used push it in gradually as the engine warms up CHOKE KNOB 8
32. at with the outboard motor attached leave the engine in the normal running position if possible and tighten the steering friction securely If there is insufficient road clearance in the normal running position then tilt the outboard motor leave the tilt lever in the tilt position and use a motor support device such as a transom saver bar or remove the outboard motor from the boat TRANSOM SAVER BAR To transport the outboard motor when removed from the boat secure it in either the vertical or horizontal position shown on page 56 57 HELPFUL TIPS amp SUGGESTIONS To carry hold the outboard motor by the carrying handles Do not carry by the engine cover Lifting the outboard motor by the engine cover or using the installed outboard motor as a handle or lever to move the boat can damage the outboard motor INCORRECT 58 TAKING CARE OF UNEXPECTED PROBLEMS ENGINE WILL NOT START 1 15 the emergency stop switch clip in place 2 Is the fuel valve lever moved to the ON position 3 Is there fuel in the fuel tank 4 15 the fuel cap vent knob turned to open 5 15 fuel reaching the carburetor Loosen the carburetor drain screw to see if there is fuel in the carburetor float bowl A WARNING lf any fuel is spilled make sure the area is dry before testing the spark plug or starting the engine Spilled fuel or fuel vapor may ignite 5 Is the spark plug firing a Remove and inspect
33. ck propeller and cotter pin Check anode page 51 Change engine oil page 44 Maintenance First 20 Change gear oil page 47 Check carburetor linkage Check adjust valve clearance Grease lubrication points page 48 Subsequent Hefer to the maintenance schedule on 4 39 2 a em mi D HONEA MOTOR ECL ETE CERIS TER TM CEDE 1 31 26 5000 EM a 5 10008508 L PRIMTED IN JAPAN
34. e anede helps to protect the outboard motor from corrosion sure the tool kit and spare parts are onboard see 38 Replace any missing items Check the fuel level in the fuel tank see page 40 23 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 IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION on and the chapter titled BEFORE OPERATION For your safety avoid starting or operating the engine in an enclosed area such as a garage Your engine s exhaust contains poisonous carbon monox ide 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 24 OPERATION STARTING THE ENGINE 1 Put the emergency engine stop switch clip in the engine stop switch and attach the lanyard to your wrist The engine will not start or run unless the clip ts in the switch The emergency engine stop switch and lanyard system is a safety device that will stop the engine if you fall away from the controls while operating the boat Always attach the lany
35. e outboard motor from corrosion Short shaft type Long shaft type ANODES 18 INSTALLATION It is your responsibility to choose a boat suitable for the engine WARNING Do not exceed the boat manu facturer s power recommendation Damage and Injury may result Two shaft lengths are available for STERN CENTER your outboard motor either long or TRANSOM HEIGHT short to match the transom height of the boat Mode Transom height INSTALLATION POSITION Install at the stern atthe center line of the boat INSTALLATION HEIGHT For proper propeller depth and engine cooling the boat s transom height must match the motors shaft length This outboard motor is in tended for use with boats that have a transom height of 15 0 in 380 mm for the short shaft motor ANTICAVITATION PLATE 20 1 in 510 mm for the long shaft motor With the boat in the water properly loaded and the engine stopped check the installed depth of the outboard motor by looking at the anticavitation plate Ihe anticavitation plate should be about 5 9 in 150 below the surface of the water Hunning the outboard motor without sufficient water will overheat the engine 5 R 5 9 150 mm 19 INSTALLATION OUTBOARD MOTOR ATTACHMENT Attach the stern bracket to the tran som and tighten the clamp screws Before operating the boat check the tightness of the clamp screws Tie a rope
36. eded by a safety alert symbol and one of three signal words DANGER WARNING or CAUTION These signal words mean You WILL be KILLED or SERIOUSLY HURT if you A DANG ER don t follow instructions You CAN be KILLED or SERIOUSLY HURT if you NG don t follow instructions You HURT if you don t follow instructions A CAUTION d Safety Headings such as IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION Safety Section such as OUTBOARD MOTOR SAFETY Instructions how to use this outboard motor correctly and safely This entire book is filled with important safety information please read it carefully 2 5 OUTBOARD MOTOR m 7 IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION 7 Operator Responsibility esa Cosa ada vaina sud 7 IO EB oap A 8 Carbon Monoxide Hazard 8 SAFETY LABELLOCA TIONS 9 10 COMPONENT amp CONTROL LOCATIONS 10 CONTER E e 12 Engine nen 12 ____ 12 Throttle 13 13 Throttle Grip Friction
37. et clean air standards some areas of the United States and Canada use oxygenated fuels to help reduce emissions If you use an oxygenated fuel be sure it is unleaded and meets the minimum octane rating requirement Before using an oxygenated fuel try to confirm the fuel s contents Some states provinces require this information to be posted on the pump The following are the EPA approved percentages of oxygenates ETHANOL ethyl or grain alcohol 10 by volume You may use gasoline containing up to 10 ethanol by volume Gasoline containing ethanol be marketed under the name Gasohol MTBE gt Methyl Tertiary Butyl Ether 15 by volume You may use gasoline containing up to 15 MTBE by volume METHANOL methyl or wood alcohol 5 by volume You may use gasoline containing up to 5 methanol by volume as long as it also contains cosolvents and corro sion inhibitors to protect the fuel system Gasoline con taining more than 5 methanol by volume may cause starting and or performance problems It may aiso dam age metal rubber and plastic parts of your fuel system If you notice any undesirable operating symptoms try another service station or switch to another brand of gasoline Fuel system damage or performance problems resulting from the use of an oxygenated fuel containing more than the percentages of oxygenates men tioned above are not covered under warranty 64 TECHNICAL amp CONSUMER
38. fety Apparel Always wear a PERSONAL FLOTATION DEVICE PFD while on the boat IS YOUR OUTBOARD MOTOR READY TO GO For your safety and to maximize the service life of your equipment it is very important to take a few moments before you operate the outboard motor to check its condition Be sure to take care of any problem you find or have your servicing dealer correct it before you operate the outboard motor A WARNING Improperly maintaining this outboard motor or failing to correct a problem before opera tion could cause a malfunction in which you could be seriously injured Always perform a preoperation inspection before each operation and correct any problem 22 BEFORE OPERATION Safety Inspection Look around for signs of oil or gasoline leaks Make sure the fuel filler cap and cap gasket are in good condition Wipe up any spills before starting the engine Check the stern bracket to be sure the outboard motor is securely installed Check that all controls are operating properly Replace any damaged parts Check that all fasteners are in place and securely tightened Maintenance Inspection Check the engine oil level see page 43 Running the engine with a low oil level can cause engine damage Check to be sure the propeller is undamaged and secured with a cotter pin see page 52 Check that the anode is securely attached to the anticavitation plate and 15 not excessively worn see 51 Th
39. m the ignition circuit disengage the emergency engine stop switch clip from the engine stop switch to prevent electrical damage to the ignition sysiem if the engine was running when rt submerged there may be mechanical damage such as bent connecting rods If tne engine binds when cranked do not attempt to run the engine until it has been repaired 60 TAKING CARE OF UNEXPECTED PROBLEMS 6 Pour a teaspoon of engine oil into each spark plug hole then pull the starter grip several times to lubricate the inside of the cylinder Reinstall the spark plug and engage the emergency engine stop switch clip with the engine stop switch 7 Attempt to start the engine f the engine fails to start remove the spark plug clean and dry the electrode then reinstall the spark plug and attempt to start the engine again If the engine statrs and no mechanical damage is evident continue to run the engine for 1 2 hour or longer be sure the water level is at least 2 inches above the anticavitation plate 8 Assoonas possible take the motor to a Honda marine dealer for inspection A and service 61 TECHNICAL amp CONSUMER INFORMATION TECHNICAL INFORMATION Serial Number Locations ENGINE SERIAL NUMBER FRAME SERIAL NUMBER Record the engine and frame serial numbers in the space below You will need these serial numbers when ordering parts and when making technical or warranty inquiries page 71 Engine
40. mal operating position see page 21 Loosen the wing nut to free the adjusting bolt Adjust the angle of the outboard motor and tighten the wing nut Be sure that the bolt head and wing nut are seated in one of the four re cesses in the adjustment slot ADJUSTING BOLT AND WING NUT Fuel Cap Vent Knob VENT KNOB The cap is provided with a vent knob to seal the fuel tank Open the pen fuel vent by turning the vent knob 2 turns counterclockwise before SEZ A operating the outboard motor see page 25 lt FUEL FILLER 16 Engine Cover Retaining Strap Use the retaining strap to hold the engine cover closed Do not re move the engine cover while the engine is running Clamp Screws Use the clamp screws to secure the outboard motor to the transom CONTROLS amp FEATURES ENGINE COVER STRAP d n 17 CONTROLS amp FEATURES FEATURES Centrifugal Clutch SCHA LCHA type The centrifugal clutch automatically engages and transmits power when engine speed is increased above approximately 2 700 rpm At idie speed the clutch is disengaged Oil Level inspection Window Use the oil level inspection window to check the engine oil level with the UPPER LIMIT engine stopped and the outboard 222 LOWER LIMIT motor in the upright position OIL LEVEL IHSPECTION WINDOW Anode The anode is a sacrificial material which helps to protect th
41. nance procedures using basic hand tools Other service tasks that are more difficult or require special tools are best handled by professionals and are normally performed by a Honda technician or other qualified mechanic The maintenance schedule applies to normal operating conditions If you operate your outboard motor under unusual conditions consult an authorized Honda marine dealer for recommendations applicable to your individual needs and use Remember that your authorized Honda marine dealer knows your outboard motor best and is fully equipped to maintain and repair it To ensure the best quality and reliability use only new genuine Honda parts or their equivalents for repair and replacement Maintenance replacement or repair of emission control devices and systems may be performed by any engine repair establish ment or individual using parts that are certified to EPA stan dards 36 SERVICING YOUR HONDA OUTBOARD MOTOR MAINTENANCE SAFETY Some of the most important safety precautions follow However we cannot warn you of every conceivable hazard that can arise in performing mainte nance Only you can decide whether or not you should perform a given task A WARNING Failure to properly follow maintenance instructions and precautions can cause you to be seriously hurt or killed Always follow the procedures and precautions in the owner s manual Safety Precautions Make sure the engine is off before
42. o do that please read it carefully As you read this manual you will find information preceded by a symbol That information is intended to help you avoid damage to your outboard motor other property or the environment We suggest you read the warranty policy to fully understand its coverage and your responsibilities of ownership The warranty policy is aseparate document that should have been given to you by your dealer When your outboard motor needs scheduled maintenance keep in mind that your Honda servicing dealer is specially trained in servicing Honda outboard motors Your Honda servicing dealer is dedicated to your satisfaction and will be pleased to answer your questions and concerns Best Wishes Honda Motor Co Ltd INTRODUCTION A FEW WORDS ABOUT SAFETY Your safety and the safety of others are very important And using this outboard motor safely is an important responsibility To help you make informed decisions about safety we have provided operating procedures and other information on labels and in this manual This information alerts you to potential hazards that could hurt you or others Of course it is not practical or possible to warn you about all the hazards associated with operating or maintaining an outboard motor You must use your own good judgment You will find important safety information in a variety of forms including Safety Labels on the outboard motor Safety Messages prec
43. ommends that you use SERVICE category SF or 5G oil 45 SERVICING YOUR HONDA OUTBOARD MOTOR GEAR OIL LEVEL CHECK Check the oil level when the motor is in the vertical position Remove the oil level plug and see if oil flows out If no oil flows out use a commercially available oil pump or squeeze tube to fill the gear case with gear recommended on page 47 Pump or squeeze fresh oil through the OIL DRAIN plug hole until oil begins flowing out through the OIL LEVEL plug hole If there is water the oil the water will flow out first when the drain plug is removed or the oil will be a milky color If water is detected in the oil the outboard motor should be inspected by an authorized Honda marine dealer GEAR OIL LEVEL PLUG GEAR Olt DRAIN PLUG 46 SERVICING YOUR HONDA OUTBOARD MOTOR GEAR OIL CHANGE Recommended oil Marine SAE90 hypoid gear oll Service Classification GL 4 GL 5 Oil Capacity 0 05 US qt 0 05 2 0 041 Imp qt Remove the oil level plug and drain plug and allow the gear oil to thoroughly drain into a suitable container Pump or squeeze the recommended gear oil through the OIL DRAIN plug hole until oil starts flowing out through the OIL LEVEL plug hole Use new sealing washers Install the oil level plug first and then the oil drain plug Tighten securely GEAR OIL LEVEL PLUG GEAR OIL DRAIN PLUG 47 SERVICING YOUR HONDA OUTBOARD MOTOR LUBRICATION
44. r s wrist If the operator falls away from the controls the lanyard pulls the clip out of the switch Always attach the lanyard to your wrist before operating the outboard motor A spare switch clip is supplied with the tool kit Choke Knob CHOKE KNOB The choke knob opens and closes the choke valve in the carburetor The CLOSED position enriches the fuel mixture for starting The OPEN position provides the correct fuel mixture for operation after starting and for restarting a warm engine 12 CONTROLS amp FEATURES Throttle Lever SA type only THROTTLE LEVER The throttle lever controls engine speed 2 Moving the throttle lever in the di rections shown makes the engine Nm 40024 run faster slower SLOW Se Throttle Grip SCHA LCHA type The throttle grip controls engine THROTTLE GRIP speed Moving the throttle grip in the direc tions shown makes the engine run faster or slower Throttle Grip Friction Knob SCHA LCHA type THROTTLE GRIP FRICTION KNOB The throttle friction knob adjusts resistance to throttle grip rotation Turnthe knob clockwise to increase friction for holding a constant throttle setting while cruising Turn the knob counterclockwise to decrease friction for easy throttle grip rotation 13 CONTROLS amp FEATURES Fuel Valve Lever The fuel valve opens and closes the FUEL VALVE LEVER connection between the fuel tank and
45. re eri ratae 29 Normal Engine Stopping 1 arre erre 29 TILTING THE OUTBOARD MOTOR 22 2 2 2 22 0 00 0070020 34 OUTBOARD MOTOR 0 20 Oxygenarated 2 41 1 01 01 2 0 1 aga talea ttis se sns 64 Q QUICK REFERENCE INFORMATION Inside back cover R Recoil Starter 11 1 he nen 18 RECOIL STARTER ROPE INSPECTION 51 ais dU B CREME 40 Removal From Storage 1 1 1 2 47 24 1 0442 1 0 0 0 100 tna 57 REVERSING THE OUTBOARD MOTOR 66 32 5 SAFE OPERATING 5 2 22 00 16 pa niti 24 SAFETY FEW WORDS 2 2 420 2 1 2 safety 0 1 110 4 6 23 SAFETY OUTBOARD MOTOR 2222222 1 00 000100011 00000000000 2 IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION 220042202 002 0 0 00 00000100000 7 Carbon Monoxide 8 Operating Responsibility esses ennemi nean 7 74
46. switch is operating properiy Normal Engine Stopping 1 Move the throttle lever or the throttle grip to the SLOW position THROTTLE LEVER type THROTTLE LEVER EMERGENCY ENGINE STOP SWITCH CLIP THROTTLE GRIP type SCHA THROTTLE GRIP 29 OPERATION 2 Push the engine stop switch button until the engine stops ENGINE STOP SWITCH In the event that the engine does not stop when you push the engine stop switch pull the emergency engine stop switch lanyard if the engine continues to run move the fuel valve lever to the OFF position and pull the choke knob to stop the engine 3 Move the fuel valve lever to the OFF position FUEL VALVE LEVER OPERATION STEERING To to the right swing the tiller handle to the left To turn to the left swing the tiller handle to the right LEFT RIGHT TURN Swing the tiller handle to the right Swing the tiller handle to the left The steering friction should be adjusted so that stable boat operation Is maintained with a minimum of operator effort STEERING FRICTION BOLT TO DECREASE FRICTION 31 OPERATION CRUISING Move the throttle lever or the throttle grip toward FAST to increase speed For normal cruising open the throttle about 3 4 For best performance passengers and equipment should be distributed evenly to balance the boat THROTTLE LEVER type SA THROTTLE GRIP type SCHA LCHA THROTTLE LEV
47. the carburetor The fuel valve lever must be in the ON position for the engine to run When the engine is notin use leave the fuel valve lever in the OFF posi tion to prevent carburetor flooding and to reduce the possibility of fuel leakage Recoil Starter Grip RECOIL STARTER GRIP Pull the starter grip to operate the recoil starter for starting the engine 14 CONTROLS FEATURES Steering Friction Bolt STEERING FRICTION BOLT The steering friction bolt adjusts steering resistance Turn the bolt clockwise to increase friction for holding a steady course while cruising or to prevent the out board motor from swinging while trailering the boat Turn the bolt counterclockwise to reduce steering friction Tilt Lever The tilt lever enables the outboard motor to be tilted for shallow water operation beaching launching or mooring REAR CARRYING HANDLE Tilt the outboard motor by holding the carrying handles as shown The spring loaded tilt lever will automati cally move into position and hold HANDLE the outboard motor when it reaches approximately 75 To return the outboard motor to the normal running position hold the outboard motor and pull the tilt le ver then slowly lower the outboard motor 15 CONTROLS amp FEATURES Transom Angle Adjusting Bolt The transom angle adjusting bolt is used to adjust the angle of the out board motorin the nor
48. the spark plug Clean and dry the piug and check the electrode 49 b Install the spark plug in the cap and ground the side electrode to any engine ground away from the spark plug hole c Pull the recoil starter briskly and see if the plug sparks d If the spark plug is OK reinstall it and try to start the engine 59 TAKING CARE UNEXPECTED PROBLEMS SUBMERGED MOTOR A submerged motor must be serviced immediately after it is recovered from the water in order to minimize corrosion If there is a Honda marine dealership nearby take the motor immediately to the dealer If you are far from a dealership proceed as follows 1 Remove the engine cover and rinse the motor with fresh water to remove Salt water sand mud etc Drain the fuel tank into suitable container Loosen the carburetor drain screw 54 drain the contents of the carburetor into a suitable container then tighten the drain screw Change the engine oil p 44 If there was water in the engine crankcase or the used engine ail showed signs of water contaminaton then a second engine change should be performed after running the engine for 1 2 hour Remove the spark plug Disengage the emergency engine stop switch clip from the engine stop switch and pull the recoil starter several times to completely expel water from the cylinder When cranking the engine with an open ignition circuit Spark plug removed fro
49. through the hole in the stern bracket and secure the other end of the rope to the boat This will prevent accidental loss of the motor STERN BRACKET SAFETY ROPE MOTOR ANGLE FOR CRUISING Adjust the motor so the propeller shaft is parallel with the water surface INCORRECT CORRECT CAUSES BOAT TO SQUAT GIVES MAXIMUM PERFORMANCE INCORRECT CAUSES BOAT PLOW 20 INSTALLATION MOTOR ANGLE ADJUSTMENT if the propeller shaft is not parallel with the water surface adjust by changing the transom angle adjust ing bolt position There are four adjusting stages 1 Loosen the wing nut to free the adjusting bolt 2 Adjust the angle of the motor and tighten the wing nut Be sure that the bolt head and wing nut ADJUSTING BOLT AND WING NUT are seated in one of the four recesses on the adjustment slot To prevent damage to the motor or boat make sure the transom angle adjusting bolt is locked 21 BEFORE OPERATION ARE YOU READY GET UNDERWAY Your safety is your responsibility A little time spent in preparation will significantly reduce your risk of injury Knowledge Read and understand this manual Know what the controls do and how to operate them Familiarize yourself with the outboard motor and its operation before you get underway Know what to do in case of emergencies Familiarize yourself with all laws and regulations relating to boating and the use of outboard motors Sa
50. tten to cover most of the questions you might ask about your Honda Any questions not answered in the owner s manual can be answered by your Honda dealer If your dealer doesn t have an immediate answer they should be able to get it for you If you have a difference of opinion with your dealer please remember that each dealership is independently owned and operated That s why it s important to work to resolve any differences at the dealership level If the service personnel are unable to assist you please discuss your concerns with the dealer management such as the Service Manager or the dealership s owner If you need to contact American Honda regarding your experiences with your Honda product or with your dealer please send your comments to the following address American Honda Motor Co Inc Marine Division Customer Relations Office 4900 Marconi Drive Alpharetta GA 30005 8847 Or telephone 770 497 6400 M F 8 30 am 7 00 pm EST When you write or call please provide the following information Your name address and telephone number complete with area code Model and complete serial number Date of purchase Name and location of the selling dealer Name and location of the servicing dealer if different A detailed description of your concerns INDEX A 18 ANODE REPLACEMENT 0 51 BEFORE OPERATION 00 016010 22
51. you begin any maintenance or repairs This will eliminate several potential hazards Carbon monoxide poisoning from engine exhaust Be sure there is adequate ventilation whenever you operate the engine Burns from hot parts Let the engine and exhaust system cool before touching Injury from moving parts Do not run the engine unless instructed to do so e Read the instructions before you begin and make sure you have the tools and skills required To reduce the possibility of fire or explosion be careful when working around gasoline Use only a nonflammable solvent not gasoline to clean parts Keep cigarettes sparks and flames away from all fuel related parts 37 SERVICING YOUR HONDA OUTBOARD MOTOR TOOL KIT AND SPARE PARTS The following tools and spare parts are supplied with the outboard motor for maintenance adjustment and emergency repairs Spare shear pins and cotter pins are located under the engine case Tool Kit 8 x 10 mm FLAT PHILLIPS EMERGENCY STOP WRENCH SCREWDRIVER SWITCH CLIP za f TOOL BAG SY SOCKET WRENCH PLIERS EMERGENCY STARTER ROPE 38 SERVICING YOUR HONDA OUTBOARD MOTOR MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE REGULAR SERVICE PERICD 3 ITEM Perform at every indicated month or operating hour inter vals whichever cames first EVERY 6 MONTHS EVERY YEAR OR Engine oil Checklevel fT
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