Coleman F2.6BM Owner's Manual

OUTBOARD MOTORS

Owner’s Manual
Model: F2.6BM

Operation, Maintenance and Warranty

Always read and understand the Owner’s Manual before operating the outboard motor for the first time.

Thank you for your purchase of a Coleman Outboard Motor

Coleman Outboard Motor’s are powerful, economic and safe, manufactured with advanced

technology.

Please read this manual carefully before operating your outboard motor. A thorough reading
and understanding of the manual will provide instructions on proper operation, maintenance and care.
This will ensure your outboard motor operates well under all conditions.

Coleman Outboard Motors seeks continuous improvement in prod uct quality. Therefore, while this
manual contains the most current product information available at the time of printing, there may be
minor discrepancies between your outboard motor and this manual. If there are any questions
concerning the manual, please consult Coleman Outboard Motors or your local dealer.

Data, illustrations or explanations in this Owner’s Manual do not constitute base for any legal claim
against Coleman Outboard Motors

COLEMAN OUTBOARD MOTORS

WARNING !

The engine exhaust from this product
contains chemicals known to the
state of California to cause cancer,
birth defects or other reproductive
harm. California Proposition 65

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8. Coleman Limited Warranty……………………………………………………….

9. Emission control system Warranty…………………………………………. ….

Outboard motor serial number

The outboard motor serial number is marked on the label. The label can be found on the bracket left assembly
or on the upper part of the bracket swivel. Record your outboard motor serial number in the spaces provided to
assist you in ordering spare parts from Coleman Outboard Motors, or for reference in case your outboard motor
is stolen.

1. Outboard motor serial number location Serial number as follows:

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COLEMAN OUTBOARDS LIMITED

WARRANTY
This Warranty is NOT the Emissions Control Warranty Please note this is a general Limited Warranty for this
product. It IS NOT an Emissions Control Warranty. Please see the Emissions Control Warranty in this manual for
warranties covering Emission components.

The Warranty
Coleman Outboard Motors offers the following warranty to the initial purchaser of this new Coleman Outboard. The
initial purchaser is defined as the first person to purchase a new Coleman Outboard Motor from an Authorized
Retailer of Coleman Outboard Motors.

The limited warranty period for this product is 1 year from the date of purchase shown on the original sales receipt.

What is a Defect?
The Outboard Motor is warranted to be free from manufacturing defects in material and workmanship for a period of
1 year from the date of purchase shown on the sales receipt. During this period of time Coleman
Outboards will, at its option, either repair or replace any original Coleman Outboard part which is covered by this
warranty and is proven to be defective in workmanship or material.

To qualify for this warranty the part:

1. Must have been purchase from Coleman Outboards or from an authorized Coleman Outboards Retailer.

2. This warranty does not apply to any outboard motor which is used in competition or used in a manner not
consistent with the normal and proper intended use for the outboard Motor. This Outboard Motor is not intended for
rental or commercial use.
Who Can Perform Repairs Under this Warranty?
Repairs under this warranty should be performed by an authorized Coleman Outboard Retailer or comparable

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How to get service under this warranty:
To get warranty service call Coleman Outboard Motors 888-405-8725 for the location of your local servicing
retailer / dealer. Please do not return the product to the retailer where the product was purchased unless instructed to
do so by Coleman Outboard Motors.
The retailer of this product does not make any warranty of its own and has no authority to implement this warranty on
behalf of Coleman Outboard Motors without the approval of Coleman Outboard Motors. A COPY OF YOUR
SALES RECEIPT IS REQUIRED FOR WARRANTY SERVICE.

What this Warranty Does Not

Cover

This warranty does not cover the following

1. Damage due to lack or improper maintenance as described in this manual.

2. Damage which is caused by normal use and not caused by a defect in materials or workmanship.

3. Use of the product which is not consistent with the intended use as described in the operating instructions.

4. Any expendable maintenance item which need replacement or service as part of normal maintenance, unless such
items have defects in material or workmanship which cause failure or premature wear.

5. Any product which has been altered or modified in a manner not consistent with the original design of the
product or in a manner not approved by Coleman Outboard Motors.

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7. Damage or failures due to abuse, neglect, or misuse of the product.

Limitations of this

Warranty

This warranty does not cover and Coleman Outboard Motors disclaims any responsibility for:

1. Loss of time or loss of use of the product.

2. Transportation costs to and from the authorized center.

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COLEMAN/PARSUN - EMISSIONS CONTROL SYSTEM WARRANTY STATEMENT

YOUR WARRANTY RIGHTS AND OBLIGATIONS
The emission control system warranty period for this outboard motor begins on the date the motor is delivered to the
first purchaser other than an authorized dealer, or the date it is first used as a demonstrator, lease, or company
outboard motor, whichever comes first and continues for 5 years after that date, or 175 hours, whichever comes first,
provided there has been no abuse, neglect or improper maintenance of your motor. Where a condition exists,
Coleman Outboards will repair your motor at no cost to you, including diagnosis, parts and labor. If an
emission-related part on our motor is defective, the part will be repaired or replaced by Coleman Outboard Motors.
This is your emission control defects warranty.

OWNER’S WARRANTY

RESPONSIBILITIES
As the outboard motor owner, you are responsible for the performance of the required maintenance. You should
maintain a record of all maintenance performed on your motor and retain all receipts covering maintenance on your
motor. You may not be denied a warranty claim solely because of your failure to ensure the performance of all
scheduled maintenance or lack of maintenance records or receipts. You are responsible for presenting your vehicle to
an authorized dealer/service center as soon as a problem exists. The warranty repairs should be completed in a
reasonable amount of time, not to exceed 30 days.

As the outboard motor owner, you should be aware that you may be denied your warranty coverage if your o utboard
motor or a part has failed due to abuse, neglect, improper maintenance, or unapproved modifications.
Coverage of repairs under this warranty applies only when repairs are completed at an authorized dealer or repair
facility. Coleman Outboards will not cover repairs performed outside of an authorized dealer or repair facility, except
in an emergency situation. The use of replacement parts not equivalent to the original parts may impair the
effectiveness of your motors emission control system. If such a replacement part is used and an authorized dealer or
repair facility determines it is defective or causes a failure of a warranted part, your claim for repair to bring your
vehicle into compliance with applicable standards may be denied.

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If an emergency situation exists when a warranted part or a dealer/service center is not reasonably available to the
owner, repairs may be performed at any available service establishment, or by the owner, using any replacement part.
Coleman Outboards shall reimburse the owner of the expenses, including diagnostic charges, not to exceed Coleman
Outboards suggested retail price for all warranted parts replaced and labor charges based on Coleman Outboards
recommended time allowance for the warranty repair and the geographically appropriate hourly rate. The owner may
reasonably be required to keep receipts and failed parts in order to receive compensation.
The Emission Control System Warranty is in addition to the standard Limited Warranty.

EXCLUSIONS AND LIMITATIONS
This warranty does not cover the following:
Failures or malfunctions of the emission control systems caused by abuse, alteration, accident, misuse, the use of lead
gasoline. Replacement of expendable maintenance items unless they are original equipment defective in material or
workmanship under normal use, and the first required replacement interval for the item has not been reached.
Expendable maintenance items include but are not limited to spark plugs, filters, lubricants, gaskets, hoses, and belts.
Replacement of parts and other services and adjustments for required maintenance.
Any Motor equipped with an hour meter where the reading is altered so that actual use cannot be readily
determined.

Repairs or replacements as a result of:

Accident
Misuse
Use of replacement parts or accessories not conforming to the original specifications which adversely affect
performance.
Physical damage, corrosion, or defects caused by fire, explosions or similar caused beyond the control of
Coleman Outboard Motors.
Failures not caused by a defect in material or workmanship

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No dealer is authorized to modify this Emission Control System Warranty. If you have a ny questions
regarding your warranty rights and responsibilities, you should c all Coleman Outboard Motors at 888-405-8725 (or
you can write to 2010E. University Drive – Suite 15, Tempe, AZ. 85281

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OUTBOARD MOTORS

2010 E University Drive - Suite 15

Tempe, AZ 85281

colemanoutboards.com

Phone: [phone] - Fax: [phone]