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1. 20 0 BD 80 Tac F 30 40 1 Position the outboard motor vertically and remove the engine cover by pushing down the engine cover lock lever 2 Remove the oil level dipstick and wipe with a clean rag 3 Reinsert the dipstick all the way in then pull it out and read the level If near or below the lower level mark remove the oil filler cap and fill to the upper level mark with the recommended oil Tighten the oil filler cap securely 4 Install the engine cover and lock it securely by pulling up lock lever OIL CAPACITY 1 1 1 2 US qt ENGIME COVER LOCK LEVER MARK UPPER LEVEL LOWER LEVEL MARK OIL FILLER CAP OIL LEVEL DIPSTICK 11 2 Fuel Level Check the fuel gauge and refill the tank if the fuel level is low NOTE Open the vent knob before removing the fuel filler Cap When the vent knob is firmly closed the cap will be difficult to remove Your engine is designed to use any gasoline that has a pump oc tane number RB M of 86 or higher or that has a research octane number of 91 or higher Gasoline pumps at service station normally display the pump octane number We recommend that you use unleaded fuel because it produces fewer engine and spark plug deposits and extends the life of exhaust system components Never use stale or contaminated gasoline or an oil gasoline mixture Avoid getting dirt dust or water in the fuel tank Use of a lower octane gasolin2. Tank capacity 13 3 4 US gal 2 9 Imp Steering equipment Bar handle Tilt angle 3 stage adjustment 30 45 and 70 Angle of rotation 40 both sides Overall length x height x 550 x 1 050 x 320 mm 550 x 1 180 x 320 mm width 21 7 x 41 3 x 12 6 in 21 7 x 46 5 x 12 6 in Height from stern bracket 440 mm 17 3 in 570 mm 22 4 in to anti cavitation Standard Propeller No of 3 240 x 240 mm 343 240 x 220 mm blades diameter x pitch 9 1 2 x 9 1 2 in 9 1 2 x 8 5 8 in Gear change Forward Neutral Reverse dog electric starter electric starter 46 kg 101 4 Ib with electric starter electric starter D C output Cooling system Exhaust system Spark plugs Fuel pump Fuel 1 48 SS ISSN 6v OTE CONTROL BOX 2 REM rm Apu sassa Z 2 7 ENGINE OIL OIL ENGINE 2 CIRCULATION PRESSURE STOP SAFETY 2 1 NDICATOR SWITCH SWITCH SWT u MM MM MM 7 2 7 7 u u Z A RECTIFIER 2 UNIT A 7 EU 2 2 2 Z 22 7 z 2 E z x z z z p z z Z 2 7 7 2 T T A Z 7 d FUSE 2 2 2 2 u 2 i 7 2 2 z 2 Z 7 2 ED CONSENT 2 FLY WHEEL 2 2 ra e LAMP CONSENT KIT
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4. 2 Installation Height For proper propeller depth and engine cooling the boat s transom height must match the motor s shaft length The short shaft motor requires a tran som height of about 15 in The long shaft motor requires a transom of about 20 in Once the boat is in the water and loaded check proper motor depth by looking at the anti cavitation plate with the motor not running the plate should be about ANTICAVITATION 100 mm 4 in below the surface of PLATE the wear During operation check to be sure the anti cavitation plate remains under water at all times and that water flows from the water check hole 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 CAUTION Insufficient water supply anti cavitation plate out of the water may cause overheating that will damage the outboard motor 7 3 Motor Attachment Attach the stern bracket to the tran som and tighten the clamp screws CAUTION While operating the boat check the tightness of the clamp screws occasionally Tie rope 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 NOTE To prevent the outboard mo tor from falling accidentally you may further secure
5. 2 Turn the ignition key to the OFF position When the boat is not in use remove and store the ignition key 18 6L REMOTE COMTROL BOX Cerin wirda colar coded det ethoined by the celored rings _ x i plea In ha Thi coiprad B Ring B EMERGENCY ENGINE Pink ring 1o tha eorenacipr ig the BIR STOP SWITCH 1 TEE celer Im tH coder cede BMG Br Br CHOKE SOLENOID Dalry SWITCH SLACK BU x kv BI too BE Wira colar cose im BUR oS EXNITK2M SWITCH CECI E Gr OIL PRESSURE EX A LIGHT AERIS Lg Bl OIL EMERGEHCZY BUG NEUTRAL SWITCH CHOKE PHESSUHE ENGINE STOP SOLENOID SWITCH SWITCH 2 w GAlng EWI T s ES i 5 6 5 amp Gr Initia m 1 z 1 m 6 BI Ring d 1 m zh m em J Dod STARTER n BUTTON I EF FLYWHEEL l BATTERY 12V i i FLYWHEE SPARK PLUGS PULSER COIL Zag PULLEY CHARGE 12 10A OP ONIYIM 13 OPTIONAL PARTS Steering Tube Seal Anodized Aluminum or Stainless Steel There are additional optional parts available See your authorized Honda Marine or Honda Outboard Motor dealer for a complete list 20 F
6. 10 TROUBLESHOOTING 1 47 11 SPECIFICATIONS m 49 T3 7 51 52 14 WARRANTY SERVICE 1 SAFETY SAFETY LABEL LOCATIONS Read all safety instructions before using the Outboard Motor AWARNING TO AVOID PERSONAL INJURY ABAD OWNERS MANUAL X CAREFULLY BEFORE OPERATION PLACE TRANSMISSION IM NEUTRAL BEFORE STARTING s DO NOT OPERATE WITH ENGINE COVER REMOVED A CAUTION TO AVOID THE MOTOR CHECK GIL LEVEL BEFORE STARTING ANTICAVITATION PLATE MUST SUBMERGED WATER BEFORE OPERATION wFLUESH THE SYSTEM THOROUGHLY WITH FRESH ATER AFTER EACH USE FM SALT WATER PULL STARTER LIGHTLY UNTIL RESIETANTCE 15 FELT THEN PULL BHISKLT INS liters 2 9 Imp gal 3 4 US gal di FLAMMABLE G A S O L iI USE LOW LEAD OR REGULAR GASOLINE 86PUMP OCTANE DO NOT USE FUEL CHL MIXTURE CAPACITY 131ITERS 2 98 IMP GALLONS 3 4 0 5 GALLONS SAFE FILLING LEVEL 2 5cm linch BELOW BOTTOM OF NECK BVVAFININOG HARMFUL OR FATAL iF SWALLOWED IF SWALLOWED DO NOT INDUCE VOMITING CALL PHYSICIAN IMMEDIATELY AVOID REPEATED OR PROLONGED CONTACT WITH SKIN OF BREATHING OF VAPOR 00 NOT USE OR STORE NEAR HEAT SPARKS OR OPEN FLAME REMOVE FROM BOAT FOR FILLING HONDA MOTOR CO LTO TOKYO
7. 4 Remove the spark plugs While pressing the engine stop button pull the recoil starter several times to completely expel water from the cylinders CAUTION When cranking the engine with an open ignition circuit spark plugs removed from the ignition circuit keep the engine stop button depress ed to prevent electrical damage to the ignition system If the motor was running when it submerged there may be mechanical damage such as bent connecting rods If the engine binds when crank ed do not attempt to run the motor until it has been repaired Pour a teaspoon of engine ail into each spark plug hole then pull the recoil starter several times to lubricate the inside of the cylinders Reinstall the spark plugs Attempt to start the engine If the engine fails to start remove the spark plugs clean and dry the electrodes then reinstall the spark plugs and attempt to start the engine again if the engine starts and no mechanica damage is evident continue to run the engine for 1 2 hour or longer be sure the water level is at least 4 inches above the cavitation plate As soon as possible take the motor to a Honda outboard motor dealer for inspection and service 41 9 TRANSPORTING STORAGE 1 Disconnect the fuel line and install the cap on the engine fuel inlet Firm close the fuel cap vent knob FUEL LINE CONNECTOR S uus 2 Loosen the carburetor drain screw and drain the gaso
8. Equipment Owners Manual Qutboard Motor 9 9 15 gem here to save a to your EU HONDA MOTOH LTO 1987 Thank you for purchasing Honda Outboard Motor This manual covers operation and maintenance of the Honda BF9 9A 15A Qutboard Motor All information in this publication is based on the latest product information available at the time of approval for printing Honda Motor Co Ltd reserves the right to make changes at any time without notice and without incurring any obligation No part of this publication may be reproduced without written permission This manual should be considered a permanent part of the Outboard Motor and should remain with it if it resold Pay special attention to statements preceded by the following words ADANGER Indicates severe personal injury or death will result if instruc tions are not followed Indicates a strong possibility of severe personal injury or death if instructions are not followed CAUTION Indicates a possibility of personal injury or equipment damage if instructions are not followed NOTE Gives helpful information If a problem should arise or if you have any questions about the Outboard Motor consult an authorized Honda Outboard Motor dealer Illustrations are mainly based on BF15A LAS type CONTENTS MAINTENANCE 9 TRANSPORTING STORAGE
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10. to anti cavitation 440 mm 17 3 in 570 mm 22 4 Standard Propeller No of 3 240 x 240 mm 3 240 x 220 mm blades diameter x pitch 9 1 2 x 9 1 2 in 9 1 2 x 8 5 8 in Forward Neutral Reverse dog type Dry weight 42 kg 92 6 Ib without 43 kg 94 8 Ib without electric starter 46 kg 101 4 Ib with electric starter electric starter 47 kg 103 6 Ib with electric starter 47 MODEL BF15A Description Code 5 Model BAAS L Medel BAAL Output 15 hosepower Maximum Recommended ful throttle range Engine type 5 000 6 200 rpm 4 stroke in line twin cylinder 280 cc 17 1 cu in Valve tappet clearance Q 10 0 14 mm 10 004 0 006 in EX 0 18 0 22 mm 0 007 0 009 in 0 6 0 7 mm 0 024 0 028 in With recoil starter without electric starter Recoil starter amp electric starter with electric starter 4 Displacement Spark plug gap Starter system Ignition system Lubrication system Trochoid pump pressure lubrication Specified oil Engine standard SF SAE 10W 30 Gear case standard GL 4 5 SAE 30 outboard motor gear oil Oil capacity Engine 1 1 1 2 US qt Gear case 0 24 0 51 US pt 12V 6A 6 000 min rpm Water cooling with thermostat volumetric pump Underwater exhaust DR 6HS X20FSR U ND Diaphragm type fuel pump Automotive gasoline 91 research octane 86 pump
11. JAPAN SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Honda Outboard motors are designed to give safe dependable service if operated according to instructions Read and understand the Owner s Manual before operating the Outboard Motor Failure to do SO could result in personal injury or equipment damage To avoid severe personal injury or equipment damage observe the follow ing precautions Understand the operation of all controls and know how to stop the engine quickly READ THIS OWNER S MANUAL CAREFULLY Do not exceed the boat manufacturer s power recommendation and be sure the outboard motor is properly mounted Mever permit anyone to operate the outboard motor without proper instruction Stop the engine immediately if anyone falls overboard Do not run the motor while the boat is near anyone in the water Exhaust contains poisonous carbon monoxide which can cause un consciousness and may lead to death Never run the outboard in a clos ed garage or confined area Gasoline is extremely flammable and is explosive under certain condi tions Refuel in a well ventilated area with the engine stopped Do not smoke or allow flames or sparks where the engine is refueled or where gasoline is stored Do not overfill the fuel tank After refueling make sure that the fuel tank cap is closed properly and securely Be careful not to spill any fuel while refueling Spilled fuel or fuel vapor may ignite If any fuel is spilled make sure that the area is
12. a PRIMER BULB 15 2 Starting Maud Exhaust contains poisonous carbon monoxide gas exposure can cause loss of consciousness and may lead to death Never run the engine in an enclosed area Be sure to provide adequate ventilation CAUTION Damage to the water pump engine components and exhaust system may occur if the motor is operated while the propeller is out of the water 1 Put the shift lever in NEUTRAL NEUTRAL SHIFT LEVER 2 Align the throttle grip START position with the mark on the steering handle THROTTLE RIP 16 3 If the engine is cold pull out the choke knob for starting and then push it in gradually as the engine warm up CHOKE KNOB 4 Pull the starter rope slowly until a resistance is felt then pull briskly CAUTION Do not allow the starter grip to snap back against the engine Return it gently to prevent damage to the starter Do not pull the starter grip while the engine is running as that may damage the starter STARTER GRIP A s 17 5 Electric starter Electric starter model only Put the outboard motor in NEUTRAL then press the electric starter and start the engine ELECTRIC STARTER CAUTION Do use starter motor for more than 5 seconds If the engine fails to start release the key and wait at least 10 seconds before operating the starter motor again e Do not press the electric starter while the engi
13. side of the filter to prevent fuel leakage 3 Install the new fuel filter so that the arrow on the fuel filter is on the fuel pump side NOTE Fuel flow will be impeded if the filter is installed backward Tha arrow mark indicates the fuel flow direction FUEL PUMP CARBURETOR 39 4 Remove the clamps used to close the fuel tubes Connect the fuel tank line to the motor Turn the fuel tank vent knob to the ON position pump the primer bulb and check for leaks NOTE If loss of power or hard starting is found to be caused by excessive water or sediment accumulated in the fuel filter inspect the fuel tank Clean the fuel tank if necessary 40 Servicing a 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 outboard motor dealership nearby take the motor im mediately to the dealer If you are far from a dealership proceed as follows 2 3 Remove the engine cover and rinse the motor with fresh water to remove salt water sand mud et Loosen the carburetor drain screw p 42 drain the contents of the car buretor into a suitable cantainer then retighten the drain screw Change the engine oil ip 30 If there was water in the engine crankcase or the used engine oil showed signs of water contamination then a second engine oil change should be performed after running the engine for 1 2 hour
14. EMERGENCY ENGINE STOP SWITCH 2 EMERGENCY STOP SWITCH CLIP EMERGENCY ENGINE STOP 5 STARTING THE ENGINE 4 1 the engine is cold and or the CHOKE KNOB ambient temperature is low pull and hold the manual choke knob out The choke knob is located on the front of the outboard motor If the fuel system is working prop erly it should only be necessary to pull the recoil starter 1 or 2 times with the choke knob out 5 Lift the choke fast idle lever The choke fast idle lever will stay up in the fast idle position 6 Pull the recoil starter rope slowly until resistance is felt then pull briskly it was necessary to use the manual choke knob to start the engine slowly return it to its initial position 8 Slowly return the choke fast idle lever to the lowest position to where the engine does not stall 9 After the engine starts monitor the water discharge and the oil pressure indicator light 15 5 STARTING THE ENGINE Electric starting starter button If the choke solenoid kit is not installed or not working the engine can be started using the starter button on the side of the engine 1 Perform steps 1 5 in this supplement pages 14 15 2 Press the electric starter button and start the engine 3 Perform steps 7 9 in this supplement page 15 Emergency starting If the electric starting system and or the recoil starter will not start the engin
15. GEAR SHIFT ARM COVER LOCK LEVER NOTE Apply anti corrosion oil to pivot surfaces where grease cannot penetrate 37 AME A a SeSeMaEE UE GEMENS Propeller Change If the propeller is damaged by striking a rock or other obstacle replace the propeller as follows 1 Remove the cotter pin then remove the 14 mm castle nut plain washer and the propeller 2 Install the new propeller in the reverse sequence to removal Be sure to replace the cotter pin with a new one 38 a mm Fuel filter replacement The fuel filter is located between the fuel pump and the fuel tank Water or sediment accumulated in the fuel filter can cause loss of power or hard starting To prevent engine malfuction replace the fuel filter regulary SERVICE PERIOD Every 200 operating hours or every one year 1 2 Gasoline is flammable and explosive under certain conditions Do not smoke or allow flames or sparks near the outboard motor while draining fuel Always work in a well ventilated area Be sure that any fuel drained from the outboard motor is stored in a safe container Be careful not to spill fuel when replacing the filter Spilled fuel or fuel vapor may ignite If any fuel is spilled make sure the area is dry before starting the engine Disconnect the fuel tank line from the motor Remove the engine cover and remove the fuel filter NOTE Before removing the filter place clamps on the fuel tubes each
16. OR 20 OR 100 HRS 3 HRS 3 Engine oil Check level Change Gear case oil Check level Change Check for water contamination Starter rope Carburetor linkage Check Valve clearance Check Readiust Spark plug Clean Readjust Propeller cotter pin Check Lubrication Grease Fuel tank Clean Fuel filter Replace Thermostat Check Fuel line Check Repiace if necessary NOTE 1 Lubricate more frequently when used in salt water 2 These items should be serviced by an authorized Honda dealer unless the owner has the proper tools and is mechanically proficient See the Honda Shop Manual 3 For professinal commercial use log hours of operation to determine proper maintenance intervals J 3 Tool kit and spare parts The following tools and spare parts are supplied with the outboard motor for maintenance adjustment and emergency repairs The tool kit and oil bottle are located in a compartment on the fuel tank ELS x 12 mm WRENCH UA STARTER aa 65 12 mm WRENCH 8 mm WRENCH PLIERS Ss FLAT SCREWDRIVER SCREWDRIVER PHILIPS SCREWDRIVER HANDLE TOOL BAG Es eN Cua OIL CHECK SCREWDRIVER 18 x 19 mm SPARE SOCKET SPARK WRENCH PLUG rr ROLLE Ss T fer 4 AES A p SPARE FUSE ELECTRIC STARTER MODEL ONLY 29 Engine Oil Change Drain the oil while the engine is still warm to assure rapid and complete draining 1 Remove the engine cover Re
17. Put the gear lever in the NEUTRAL position rotate the starter motor and check to see whether or not a spark appears across the gap of the spark plug If the spark plugs are OK reinstall them and try to start the engine If a spark does not appear either replace the spark plug or contact your authorized Honda outboard motor dealer Engine Overheats 1 Is the water intake screen clogged 2 s the thermostat faulty 46 11 SPECIFICATIONS S Model BABS Recommen full 280 cc 17 1 cu in Valve tappet clearance IN 0 10 0 14 mm 0 004 0 006 in 0 18 0 22 mm 0 007 0 009 in With recoil starter without alectric starter Recoil starter amp electric starter with electric starter Specified oil Engine standard SE SAE 10W Gear case standard GL 4 5 SAE 90 outboard motor gear oil Oil capacity Engine 1 1 f 1 2 US qt Gear case 0 24 0 51 US pt 12V 6A 6 000 rom Cooling system Water cooling with thermostat volumetric pump Underwater exhaust Spark plugs DR 5HS X16FSR U Diaphragm type fuel pump Fuel t Automotive gasoline 81 research octane 86 pump octane 3 38 US bal DO handie 3 stage adjustment 30 45 and 709 Angle of rotation 40 both sides Overall length x height x 550 x 1 050 x 320 mm 550 x 1 180 x 320 mm width 21 7 x 41 3 x 12 6 in 21 7 x 46 5 x 12 8 in Height from stern bracket gt F
18. dry before starting the engine Do not remove any guards labels shields covers or safety devices they are installed for your safety 2 COMPONENT IDENTIFICATION ENGINE COVER STARTER GRIP ELECTRIC STARTER Electric starter model only ENGINE STOP BUTTON WATER CHECK HOLE CLAMP SCREW ENGINE OIL CRAIN SCREW TILT LEVER h 1 a Always list the serial number 7 when ordering parts FUEL GAUGE SPARE OIL CONTAINER FUEL FILLER CAP TOOL KIT FUEL TANK FUEL LINE PRIMER BULB FUEL LINE CONNECTOR FEMALE THROTTLE GRIP OIL FILLER CAP THROTTLE FRICTIOM KNOB OIL LEVEL DIPSTICK HANDLE STERN BRACKET ENGINE COVER LOCK LEVER WASHING BOLT ADJUSTING ROD ANODE METAL GEAR OIL LEVEL BOL a EXHAUST AND DRAINING PORT WATER INTAKE GEAR OIL DRAIN BOLT OIL PRESSURE INDICATOR LIGHT HON CHOKE KNOB 6 FUEL LINE CONNECTOR MALE 3 INSTALLATION It is your responsibility to choose a boat suitable for the engine 9 9 horsepower BF9 9A 15 horsepower 15 Do not exceed the boat manufacturer s power recommenda tion Damage and injury may result Two shaft lengths are available for the BF9 3A 154A either long or short to match the transom height of the boat Model Transomlength S Short 570 mm 22 4 1 Installation Position STERN CENTER Install at the stern at the center lite of the boat
19. ALCOHOL If you decide to use a gasoline containing alcohol gasohol be sure it s oc tane rating is at least as high as that recommended by Honda There are two types of gasohal one containing ethanol and the other containing methanol Do not use gasohol that contains more than 10 ethanol Do not use gasoline containing methanol methyl or wood alcohol that does not also contain cosolvents and corrosion inhibitors for methanol Never use gasoline containing more than 5 methanol even if it has cosolvents and corrosion inhibitors NOTE e Fuel system damage or engine performance problems resulting from the use of fuels that contain alcohol is not covered under the warranty Honda cannot endorse the use of fuels containing methanol since evidence of their suitability is as yet incomplete Before buying fuel from an unfamiliar station try to find out the fuel con tains alcohol if it does confirm the type and percentage of alcohol us ed If you notice any undesirable operating symptoms while using gasoline that contains alcohol or one that you think contains alcohol switch to a gasoline that you know does not contain alcohol 13 3 Other Checks Check the following items D The propeller and cotter pin for damage or looseness 2 The fuel hose for kinking collapsing or a loose connection 3 The steering handle for impaired operation 4 The stern bracket for damage S The tool kit for missing sp
20. F9 9A 15A owner s manual page 15 Electric starting ignition key The anti ventilation plate must be lowered into the water and be at least 2 inches below the surface Running the outboard motor out of the water will damage the water pump and overheat the engine 1 the emergency stop EMERGENCY switch clip located at one end of ENGINE the emergency stop switch lanyard with the emergency engine stop STOP SWITCH1 switch 1 Attach the other end of the emergency engine stop switch lanyard securely to the operator The engine will not start unless the emergency stop switch clip is engaged with the emergency en gine stop switch EMERGENCY STOP EMERGENCY STOP SWITCH LANYARD SWITCH CLIP AWARNING if the operator does not attach the emergency stop switch lanyard and is thrown from his seat or out of the boat the out of control boat can seriously injure the operator passengers or bystanders Always prop erly attach the lanyard before starting the motor A spare emergency stop switch clip is provided on the remote control Dox 8 SPARE EMERGENCY STOP SWITCH CLIP 10 5 STARTING THE ENGINE N 2 Move the control lever to neutral neutral position The engine will not start unless the control lever is in the N neutral position 3 When the engine is cold and or the ambient temperature is low tft and hold the choke fast idle lever up fully This will provide
21. NE Owner s Manual Outboard Motor BF9 9A 15A See SUPPLEMENT 7 0 aA Te III aM 6 TILL m CONTROL LE EL E E LE Thank you for purchasing a Honda Outboard Motor This owners manual supplement covers specific information about the Honda remote control equipped BF9 9A and BF15A outboard motors Refer to the BF9 9A 15A owners manual for all other information The owner s manual and this supplement contain information on how to operate your new outboard motor safely Please read them carefully Keep the owner s manual and this supplement handy so you can refer to them at any time and be sure they accompany the outboard motor if you sell it We recommend that you read the warranty policy to fully understand your rights and responsibilities The warranty policy is a separate document provided by your dealer The information in this publication was in effect at the time of approval for printing American Honda Motor Co Inc reserves the right to discontinue or change specifications or design at any time without notice and without incurring any obligation whatever No part of this publication may be reproduced without written permission 91993 American Honda Motor Co Inc All Rights Reserved CONTENTS COMPONENTIDENTIFICATIONI 3 3 INSTALLATION see remote control installation instruction
22. a rich fuel mixture and the correct fast idle CHOKE MAXIMUM FAST IDLE When the engine 18 warm it may be necessary to raise the choke fast idle lever slightly Hold it in this po sition The choke fast idie lever will not move unless the control lever is in CHOKE FAST IDLE LEVER the N neutral position 4 While holding the choke fast idle lever in the up position turn the ignition key to the START position and release the key when the engine starts The starter motor consumes a large amount of current Do not run it continuously for more than 5 seconds at a time S If the engine does not start within 5 seconds wait at least 10 seconds IGNITION before using the starter motor KEY again 2 NOTICE Do not turn the ignition key to the start position while the engine is run ning This can damage the starter motor and flywheel 11 5 STARTING THE ENGINE 5 After starting the engine return the lever slowly to the position where the engine does not stall Hold the lever in position CHOKE FAST IDLE LEVEH The control lever will not move un less the choke fast idle lever is re turned to the lowest position 6 After the engine starts verify water is flowing through the water check hole The amount of water coming out of the water check hole will vary due to thermostat operation Stop the engine if water does not come out the water check hole or if you see steam Checkthe water intake screens and th
23. are parts and tools 8 The anode metal for damage looseness or corrosion CAUTION The anode metal must remain exposed unpainted and in good condition It protects the rest of the outboard motor from rust and corro sion by attracting the electro chemical reaction caused when metal is under water 14 5 STARTING THE ENGINE 1 Preparation Before Starting CAUTION To prevent damage to the outboard from overheating never run the engine with the propeller out of the water 1 Connect the fuel line to the tank and outboard motor as shown Be sure the connectors are securely latched Be careful not to spill any fuel when refueling Spilled fuel or fuel vapor may ignite If any fuel is spilled make sure the area is dry before starting the engine NOTE e Position the fuel tank so the tank fuel line connector is no more than 1 meter 3 3 ft below the motor fuel line connector Do not place the fuel tank more than 2 meters 6 6 ft away from the motor e Be sure that the fuel line is not kinked MALE FUEL LINE CONNECTOR TO FUEE TANK FEMALE FUEL LINE CONNECTOR T MOTOR 2 Open the fuel cap vent knob 2 to 3 turns 3 Squeeze and release the primer bulb until it feels firm indicating that fuel has reached the motor Check for leaks CAUTION Do not use the primer bulb while the engine is running or you may flood the engine by forcing too much fuel into the carburetor VENT OPEN
24. e The engine can be started using the spare starter rope from the tool kit 1 Perform steps 1 5 in this supplement pages 14 15 2 Perform steps 1 4 in the BF9 9A 15A owner s manual page 20 3 Perform steps 7 9 in this supplement 15 4 Perform step 5 in the BF9 9A 15A owner s manual page 20 16 6 OPERATION Gear shifting While pulling up the neutral release lever move the control lever 30 toward F forward or 30 toward R reverse to engage the desired gear CONTROL NEUTRAL RELEASE LEVER PULL UP Moving the control lever farther from 30 will increase throttle opening and boat speed N F neutral forward 30 MAXIMUM OPENING N neutral R 30 reverse The control lever will not move unless the neutral release lever is pulled up and the choke fast idle lever is in the lowest position For optimum fuel economy limit throttle opening to 54 17 7 STOPPING THE ENGINE Emergency engine stop Disengage the emergency stop switch EMERGENCY ENGINE clip from either emergency engine stop STOP SWITCH 1 Switch 1 or 2 by pulling the emergency stop switch lanyard EMERGENCY STOP SWITCH LANYARD It is a good idea to stop the engine with the emergency stop switch lanyard from time to time to be sure that the switch is operating properly EMERGENCY STOP SWITCH CLIP Normal engine stop 1 Move the control lever to the N neutral position
25. e can cause persistent pinging or heavy spark knock a metallic rapping noise which if severe can lead to engine damage CAUTION If spark knock or pinging occurs at a steady engine speed under normal load change brands of gasoline If spark knock or pinging persists consult your authorized Honda dealer Failure to do so is con sidered misuse and damage caused by misuse is not covered by Honda s Limited Warranty Occasionally you may experience light spark knock while operating under heavy loads This is no cause for concern it simply means your engine Is operating efficiently Fuel tank capacity 13 7 3 4 US gal VENT KNOB FUEL GAUGE FUEL FILLER CAP After refueling be sure to tighten the fuel tank cap firmly 12 Gasoline is extremely flammable and is explosive under certain conditions Refuel in a well ventilated area with the engine stopped Do not smoke or allow flames or sparks in the area where the engine is refueled or where gasoline is stored Do not overfill the tank there should be no fuel in the filler neck After refueling make sure the tank cap is closed properly and securely Be careful not to spill fuel when refueling Spilled fuel or fuel vapor may ignite If any fuel is spilled make sure the area is dry before starting the engine gt Avoid repeated or prolonged contact with skin or breathing of vapor KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN GASOLINES CONTAINING
26. e throttle grip to SLOW position and move the shift lever to NEUTRAL NEUTRAL THROTTLE GRIP SHIFT LEVER 2 Push and hold the stop button depressed until the engine stops running CAUTION In the event that the engine does not stop when you hold the stop button disconnect the fuel pipe connector then pull the choke knob to stop the engine STOP BUTTON 27 8 MAINTENANCE Periodic maintenance and adjustment are important to keep the motor in the best operating condition Inspect or service as scheduled below Shut off the engine before performing any maintenance If the engine must be run make sure the area is well ventilated Mever run the engine in an enclosed or confined area Exhaust contains poisonous carbon monoxide gas exposure cause loss of consciousness and may lead to death CAUTION e f the engine must be run make sure there is water at least 4 inches above the cavitation plate otherwise the water pump may not receive sufficient cooling water and the engine will overheat To maintain cooling system efficiency flush the outboard motor with fresh water after each use in salt water Use only genuine HONDA parts or their equivalent for maintenance or repair Replacement parts which are not of equivalent quality may damage the motor REGULAR SERVICE PERIOD Performed at every indicated month or operating hour intervals whichever comes first FIRST EVERY 6 MONTH MONTHS
27. e water check hole port and if necessary remove any obstructions If the problem continues contact your closest authorized Honda Marine or Honda Outboard Motor dealer WATER gt CHECK O K HOLE P 53 jn Ell TD WATER v1 INTAKE SCREENS LA Running the outboard motor with an obstruction in the cooling system can damage the water pump and overheat the engine 12 5 STARTING THE ENGINE 7 With the engine running check to see if the green engine oil pressure indicator light turns ON Stop the engine if the oil pressure indicator light does not turn ON Check the engine oil level If the oil level is normal and the oil pressure indicator light does not turn ON contact your closest authorized Honda Marine or Honda Outboard Motor dealer PRESSURE INDICATOR LIGHT NORMAL GHEEN LIGHT ON ABNORMAL GREEN LIGHT OFF 13 5 STARTING THE ENGINE Recoil starting If the electric starting system will not start the engine The engine can be started using the recoil starter 1 Move the control lever to the N neutral position 2 Turn the ignition key to the ON position Engage the emergency stop switch clip located at one end of the emergency stop switch lanyard with emergency engine stop switch 1 3 Engage an emergency stop switch clip with emergency engine stop switch 2 14 N neutral SWITCH 1 STOP SWITCH CLIP EMERGENCY STOP SWITCH LANYARD
28. ecting the battery cord 1 Connect the cable with the red terminal cover to the side of the battery 2 Connect the cable with the black terminal cover to the side of the battery TERMINAL RED TERMINAL CAUTION Be sure to connect the side battery cable first When disconnecting the cables disconnect the side first then the side Unless the cables are properly connected to the terminals the starter motor may fail to operate normally If you connect the and battery cables incorrectly or disconnect the cables while the engine is running the charging system of the out board motor will break down Do not place the fuel tank near the battery 10 4 PRE OPERATION CHECKS 1 Engine Oil Level CAUTION e Engine oil is a major factor affecting engine performance and service life Nondetergent and low quality oils are not recommended because they have inadequate lubricating properties Running the engine with insufficient oil can cause serious engine damage Use Honda 4 stroke oil or an equivalent high detergent premium quality motor oil certified to meet or exceed U S automobile manufac turer s requirements for Service Classification SF Motor oils clas sified SF will shovv this designation on the container Select the appropriate viscosity for the average temperature in your area SAE 10W 30 is recommended for general ail temperature use
29. g out through the level screw hole Reinstall and tighten the level screw and drain screw securely CAUTION If water is detected in the oil the unit should be inspected by an authorized Honda Outboard Motor dealer Recommended Oil API standard GL 4 or GL 5 SAE 90 outboard motor gear oil OIL CAPACITY 0 24 f 0 51 US pt DRAIN SCREW Starter Rope Check Check the starter rope every 6 months or after every 100 hours of out board motor operation Replace the rope if it becomes frayed STARTER ROPE 31 Spark Plug Service Recommended spark plug BF9 9A DRbHS X16FSR U ND BF15A DR6HS X20FSR U ND To ensure proper engine operation the spark plugs must be properly gap ped and free of deposits 1 Remove the engine cover 2 Remove the spark plug caps 3 Use the wrench supplied in the tool kit to remove the spark plugs SPARK PLUG CAP a 4 yA Sy SPARK PLUG WREMCH 4 Visually inspect the spark plugs Discard the spark plugs if there is ap parent wear or if the insulators are cracked or chipped Clean the spark plugs with a wire brush if they are to be reused 5 Measure the plug gaps with a feeler gauge The gaps should be 0 6 0 7 mm 0 024 0 028 in Correct as necessary by carefully bending the side electrode DE os 0 7 mm j 0 024 0 028 in 32 6 Thread the plugs in by hand to prevent cross threading 7 After the spark
30. he base of the gear shift lever aligns with letters N or R on the engine case to show the gear that has been selected Turn the throttle grip to SHIFT to decrease engine speed before moving the gear shift lever CAUTION When operating in reverse proceed with caution to avoid hit ting any underwater obstruction with the propeller NOTE The throttle mechanism is designed to limit throttle opening in REVERSE and NEUTRAL The throttle can be opened to FAST only in FOR WARD gear NEUTRAL THROTTLE GRIP 21 usr F ku rr 2 Steering To turn to the right swing the steering handle to the left To turn to the left swing the handle to the right Boats equipped with remote control steer ing wheel are controlled in the same way as a car For smooth steering adjust the steering friction bolt so that a slight drag is felt when turning TO DECREASE FRICTION STEERING FRICTION BOLT TO INCREASE FRICTION 22 3 Cruising With the shift lever in the forward position F turn the throttle grip toward FAST to increase speed For normal cruising open the throttle about 3 4 To hold the throttle at a steady set ting turn the throttle friction knob clockwise To free the throttle grip for manual speed control turn the friction knob counterclockwise NOTE This Outboard Motor is equipped with an over rev limiter which prevents breakdown caused by excessive engine speed f the engine speed become
31. line into a suitable container After draining retighten the drain screw Be careful not to spill fuel Spilled fuel or fuel vapor may ignite If any fuel is spilled make sure the area is dry before storing or transporting the motor Do not smoke or allow flames or sparks where fuel is drained or stored CAUTION In cold weather to prevent ice from forming inside the water pump pull the recoil starter several times to flush the water out DRAIN SCREW 42 3 To carry hold the motor by the carrying handle or hold by the carrying handle and engine cover lock lever as shown here Do not carry by the engine cover CARRYING HANDLE CAUTION To avoid damaging the motor never use it as a handle for lift ing or moving the boat INCORRECT 43 4 Transport and store the motor either vertically or horizontally as shown here with the steering handle raised Vertical transport or storage Attach the stern bracket to a stand Horizontal transport or storage Rest the motor on the case protec tor steering handle side of the motor CASE PROTECTOR CAUTION Any other transport or storage position may cause damage or oil leakage INCORHECT 44 5 Tilt up the outboard motor remove the plug cap pull the recoil starter several times and completely drain off the cooling water CAUTION If the outboard motor is put on its side without completely draining off the cooling water i
32. mmediately after stopping it water may enter the engine from the exhaust port Be sure therefore to drain off the cooling water before putting the outboard motor on its side When pulling the starting grip be careful not to touch the spark plug wire 6 Pull the starting grip until resistance is felt i e until the engine valve closes preventing dust from entering the combustion chamber 7 Store the outboard motor in a clean dry area NOTE Before storing clean flush and lubricate the outboard motor as described on pages 35 and 37 45 10 TROUBLESHOOTING Engine Will Not Start 1 15 the shift lever in neutral 2 5 there fuel in the fuel tank 3 is the fuel cap knob turned to ON 4 15 the fuel system primed by squeezing the primer bulb 5 s fuel reaching the carburetor Loosen the carburetor drain screw to see if there is fuel in the carburetor float bowl If 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 6 Are the spark plugs firing Method of detecting spark 1 Remove the spark plugs from the engine then install each plug in the plug cap and hold the threaded portion against the engine to ground it 2 Recoil starter type Put the gear lever in the NEUTRAL position pull the starter grip hard and check to see whether or not a spark appears across the gap of the spark plug Starter motor type
33. move the drain screw and filler cap and drain the oil Reinstall the drain screw OIL FILLER CAP DRAIN SCREW a 2 Refill to the upper level mark on the oil level dipstick vvith the recom mended oil see p 11 OIL CAPACITY 1 1 1 2 US qt OIL LEVEL DIPSTICK UPPER LEVEL t LOWER LEVEL 3 Reinstall the oil filler cap CAUTION Used motor oil may cause skin cancer if repeatedly left in con tact with the skin for prolonged periods Although this is unlikely unless you handle used oil on a daily basis it is still advisable to thoroughly wash your hands with soap and water as soon as possible after handling used oil NOTE Please dispose of used motor oil in a manner that is compatible with the environment We suggest you take it in a sealed container to your local service station for reclamation Do not throw it in the trash or pour it on the ground 30 1 cr Gear Oil Check Change Oil Level Check Check the oil level when the engine is in the vertical position Remove the level screw and see if oil flows out If no oil comes out fill through the drain scerw hole until the oil starts to flow out through the level screw hole If there is water in the oil the water will flow out first when the drain screw is removed or the oil will be a milky color Oil Change Remove the level screw and drain screw to drain the oil Inject oil through the drain screw hole until it starts flowin
34. ncy stop switch clip is provided on the remote control box SPARE EMERGENCY STOP SWITCH CLIP 7 9 STARTING THE ENGINE Choke Fast idle lever The choke fast idle lever provides two functions 1 Electric choke solenoid activation for easy engine start up 2 Engine fast idle The chokef fast idle lever will not move unless the remote control lever is in the N neutral position Conversely the remote control lever will not move unless the idle lever in the lowest position Lift and hold the choke fast idle lever up fully this will provide a rich fuel mixture and the correct fast idle Do not run the engine while holding the lever in the choke position Gradually lower the choke fast idle lever to the lowest position to decrease the choke and fast idle N neutral CHOKE MAXIMUM FAST IDLE CHOKE FAST IDLE LEVER Manual choke knob CHOKE KNOB A manual choke knob is provided on the left side of the motor which can be used in the event the battery is discharged When recoil starting pull the choke knob and a rich fuel mixture will be provided to the engine After the engine starts be sure to push in the choke knob 5 STARTING THE ENGINE Oil pressure indicator light The green oil pressure indicator light turns OFF when the oil level is low and or the engine lubrication system is faulty Q GREEN 5 STARTING THE ENGINE Fuel line connection Refer to the B
35. ne is running This may damage the starting unit 6 The oil pressure indicator light should be on while the engine is running If the light goes off stop the engine immediately check the engine oil level and inspect engine for oil leaks OIL PRESSURE INDICATOR LIGHT 18 7 After starting be sure water is flowing out of the water check hole CAUTION If water does not flow out or if steam comes out stop the engine Check to see if the screen in the cooling water inlet is obstructed Do not operate the engine until the problem has been corrected WATER CHECK HOLE 19 3 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 re moving the three 6 mm bolts 3 Disconnect the neutral starter ca ble NEUTRAL STARTER CABLE 4 Wind the spare rope clockwise around the pulley to start the engine CAUTION Keep clear of moving parts STARTER ROPE Reinstall the engine cover CAUTION Do not operate without the engine cover Exposed moving parts could cause injury and water may damage the engine 20 6 OPERATION For the first 1O hours of operation run the outboard motor at low speed and avoid abrupt operation of the throttle 1 Gear Shifting The gearshift lever has 3 positions FORWARD NEUTRAL and REVERSE An indicator at t
36. plugs are seated tighten with a spark plug wrench to compress the washers NOTE H installing new spark plugs tighten 1 2 turn after the spark plugs seat to compress the washers If reinstalling used spark plugs tighten 1 8 1 4 turn after the spark plugs seat to compress the washers CAUTION The spark plugs must be securely tightened Improperly tightened plug can become very hot and may cause engine damage Use only the recommended spark plugs or equivalent Spark plugs which have an improper heat range may cause engine damage 33 Replacing the fuse electric starter model If the fuse blows running the engine wil not charge the battery Before replacing the fuse check the current ratings of the connecting devices and ensure that there are no abnormal Ities How to replace the fuse 1 Stop the engine 2 Remove the engine cover 3 Withdraw the fuse holder from the fuse bracket 4 Remove the fuse from the fuse holder Designated fuse 15 Never use a fuse with a different rating from that specified Serious damage to the electrical system or a fire may result CAUTION If the fuse is blown check the cause then replace the f se with a spare fuse of the same rated capacity Unless the cause is solved the fuse may blow again 34 FUSE BRACKET Cleaning and Flushing After each use in salt water or dirty water thoroughly clean and flush the outboard motor Wi
37. s s s s 4 5 17 18 9 TRANSPORTING STORAGE 19 us eto bas suaqqa ee a anu aka ERA 20 14 WARRANTY SERVICE The tili sections required no changes from the BF9 9A 15A owners manual These sections are not covered in this supplement The NON HIGHLIGHTED sections contain only new information about a Re mote Control Equipped Refer to the BF9 9A 15A owners manual for all other information N 2 COMPONENT IDENTIFICATION NEUTRAL RELEASE LEVER CONTROL LEVER OIL PRESSURE INDICATOR LIGHT CHOKE FAST IDLE LEVER IGNITION SPARE EMERGENCY SWITCH STOP SWITCH CLIP EMERGENCY ENGINE STOP SWITCH 1 p mm s EMERGENCY STOP SWITCH LANYARD EMERGENCY STOP SWITCH CLIP red lt a K F 24 X lt i v IM um EMERGENCY ENGINE STOP SWITCH 2 3 PRE OPERATION CHECKS Steering friction bolt Operate the steering wheel right and left and check for the amount of drag felt Adjust the steering friction bolt so that a slight amount of drag is felt The steering should move smoothly and freely TO DECHEASE STEEHING FRICTION BOLT TO INCREASE Remote control friction adjustment Operate the remote control tever into forward and reverse gears and check for the amount of drag felt Adjust the remote control friction adjuster so that a slight amo
38. s unstable when operating with the throttle grip near the fully open position return the grip to the low speed position until the speed becomes stable CAUTION Do not operate without the engine cover Exposed moving parts could cause injury water may damage the engine Confirm that the tilt lever is in the RUN position page 24 NOTE For best performance pas sengers and equipment should be distributed to balance the boat evenly from side to side and parallel to the water from front to back SHIFT LEVER THROTTLE GRIP THROTTLE FRICTION KNOG ad T INCREASE FRICTION TO DECREASE FRICTION 23 4 Tilting the Motor Tilt the motor to prevent the propeller and gear case from hitting bottom when the boat is beached or stopped in shallow vvater 1 Stop the engine and put the shift lever into NEUTRAL 2 Pull the tilt lever toward you set the lever in the TILT position and raise the engine to either the 30 45 and 70 tilt position CAUTION Do not use the throttle grip to tilt the outboard motor a E TILT LEVER 70 whan mooring 30 when cruising in shallow water 24 3 To return the engine to the normal RUN position move the tilt lever away from you until it stops tilt the engine slightly then lower the engine slowly CAUTION Make sure water comes out from the cooling water check hole When the outboard motor is tilted up cr
39. th Water Hose Joint Optional Part 1 Wash the outside of the outboard motor with clean fresh water 2 Remove the flush bolt 3 Flush the cooling system using the water hose joint optional a Attach a hose from a fresh water faucet to the water hose Joint b Remove the propeller c Turn on the fresh water supply to the hose d Start the engine and run in neutral for at least 5 minutes WATER HOSE JOINT 35 Without Water Hose Joint 1 Wash the outside of the outboard motor with clean fresh water 2 Remove the propeller 3 Stand the motor in a suitable con tainer of water The water level must be at least 4 inches above the anti cavitation plate 4 Start the engine and run slowly for at least 5 minutes For safety the propeller must be removed 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 CAUTION Running the engine with out water can cause serious engine damage due to overheating Be sure that water flows from the water check hole while the engine is runn ing If not stop the engine and deter mine the cause of the problem 36 ANTI CAVITATION PLATE Lubrication Wipe the outside of the engine with a cloth dipped in oil Apply marine an ticorrosion grease to the following parts SHIFT SHAFT AND PIVOT
40. the stern bracket to the transom board with commercially available bolts nuts and washers After attaching the stern bracket to the transom board be sure to apply sealant THREEBOND 1216 or equivalent to the bolt holes This modification should be made by your authorized Honda dealer STERN BRACKET CLAMP SCREW SAFETY ROPE STERN BRACKET WASHER WASHER TRANSOM BOARD 4 Motor Angle Cruising Adiust the motor so the axis of the propeller is paralle with the water surface INCORRECT INCORRECT 4 CAUSES BOAT TO SQUAT CAUSES BOAT TO PLOW CORHECT GIVES MAXIMUM PERFORMANCE 5 Motor Angle Adjustment If the propeller axis is not parallel with the water surface adjust by chang ing the adjusting rod position There are five adjusting stages 1 Push in A the adjusting rod twist upwards and pull out to ADJUSTING ROD remove 2 nserting the rod in the proper hole twist it down to lock ADJUSTING ROD UNLOCKED TO CHANCE POSITION CAUTION To prevent damage to the motor or boat make sure the ad justing rod is locked TO LOCK LOCKED POSITION 9 6 Battery Connections for electric starter Use a 12V4OAH battery Place the battery in a corrosion resistant battery box and fix the battery box securely to the hull Install the battery box in a location such that remains level while the boat is cruising and is not expos ed to spray or direct sunlight Conn
41. uise at low speed Never operate in reverse when the outboard motor is tilted up The out board motor will rise and may cause damage or injury CAUTION To avoid damaging the motor use the utmost care when moor ing the boat especially when its motor it tilted up Don t allow the motor to strike a pier or other boats 25 B H MEB IMMER J n 5 High altitude operation At high altitude the standard carburetor air fuel mixture will be excessively rich Performance will decrease and fue consumption will increase High altitude performance can be improved by installing a smaller diameter main fuel jet in the carburetor and readjusting the pilot screw If you always operate the outboard motor at altitudes higher than 6 000 feet above sea level have your authorized Honda Outboard Motor dealer perform these carburetor modifications Even with suitable carburetor jetting engine horsepower will decrease proximately 3 596 for each 1 000 foot increase in altitude The affect of altitude on horsepower will be greater than this if no carburetor modifica tion 15 made CAUTION Operation of the outboard motor at an altitude lower than the carburetor is jetted for may result in reduced performance overheating and serious engine damage caused by an excessively lean air fuel mixture 26 7 STOPPING THE ENGINE 1 Turn th
42. ulled up NEUTRAL RELEASE LEVER Ignition switch The remote control box is equipped with a key type ignition switch Key positions START e ON START To activate the starter motor and start the engine The remote con trol lever must be in the neutral po sition IGNITION f SWITCH ON To run the engine after starting The battery will discharge if the key is left in this position with the en gine not running OFF To stop the engine IGNITION OFF 5 STARTING THE ENGINE Emergency stop switch lanyard The emergency stop switch lanyard is provided to stop the engine immediately in the event the operator should fall overboard or away from the controls The emergency stop switch clip must be engaged with the emergency engine stop switch or the engine will not start When the emergency stop switch clip becomes disengaged from the emergency engine stop switch the engine will stop immediately The emergency engine stop switch should not be used to normally stop the engine Use the ignition switch to normally stop the engine Attach the emergency stop switch lanyard securely to the operator when operating the outboard motor EMERGENCY ENGINE 55 STOP vy 1 9 MASS Q Y Y CERA GS TN lt a EMERGENCY STOP SWITCH CLIP EMERGENCY STOP SWITCH LANYARD y H spare emerge
43. unt of drag is felt The remote control lever should move smoothly and freely REMOTE CONTROL FRICTION ADJUSTER TO DECREASE In addition to the above items review the pre operation check list shown in the BFS 9A 15A owners manual page 14 4 5 STARTING THE ENGINE Controls Remote control Jever The remote control lever controls gear REMOTE CONTROL selection and throttle opening positions Lever lt is necessary to pull up the neutral release lever to operate the remote con trol lever NEUTRAL RELEASE LEVER N nautral 30 30 F forward R reverse THROTTLE OPENING MAXIMUM REMOTE CONTROL LEVER F forward Moving the lever to the F position approximately 30 from the N position will engage the forward gear Moving the lever farther from the F position will increase the throttle opening and the boat forward speed N neutral The engine idles and the transmission gears are disengaged R reverse Moving the lever to the R position approximately 30 from the N position will engage the reverse gear Moving the lever farther from the R position will increase the throttle opening and the boat reverse speed 5 5 STARTING THE ENGINE Neutral release lever The neutral release lever is on the re mote control lever to prevent an acci dental gear engagement The remote control lever will not engage forward reverse gear unless the neu tral release lever is p
44. utor s Limited Warranty Normally any problems concerning the product will be handled by your dealer s service department H you have a warranty problem that has not been handled to your satisfaction we suggest you take the following action Discuss your problem with a member of dealership management Often complaints can be quickly resolved at that level If the problem has already been reviewed with the Service Manager contact the owner of the dealership or the General Manager f your problem still has not been resolved to your satisfaction contact the Power Equipment Customer Relations Department of American Honda Motor Co Inc American Honda Motor Co Inc Power Equipment Customer Helations Department P O Box 50 Gardena California 90247 0805 Telephone 213 604 2400 We will need the following information in order to assist vou Your name address and telephone number Product model and serial number Date of purchase Dealer name and address Nature of the problem After reviewing all the facts involved you will be advised of what action can be taken Please bear in mind that your problem will likely be resolved at the dealership using the dealer s facilities equipment and personnel so it is very important that your initial contact be with the dealer Your purchase of a Honda product is greatly appreciated by both your dealer and American Honda Motor Co Inc We want to assist you in e
45. very way possible to assure your complete satisfaction with your purchase 52 Current customer service contact information Your owner s manual was written 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 HONDA MAR
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