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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
and to operate it safely. This manual
contains information on how to do
that; please read it carefully.
As you read this manual you will find
rmation preceded by a
info
is intended to help you avoid damage
to
your outboard motor, other
property, or the environment.
your new outboard motor
symbol. That information
We suggest you read the warranty
policy to
coverage and your responsibilities of
ownership.
When your outboard motor needs
scheduled maintenance, kee
that your Honda Marine dealer is
specially trained in servicing Honda
outboard motors. Your Honda Marine
dealer is dedicated to your
satisfaction and will be pleased to
answer your questions and concerns.
Best Wishes,
Honda Motor Co., Ltd.
fully understand its
p in mind
1
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
out safety, we have provided
ab
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
zards associated with operating or
ha
maintaining an outboard motor. You
must use your own good judgment.
You will find important safety information in
•Safety Labels – on the outboard motor
• Safety Messages – prece
signal words, DANGER, WARNING, or CAUTION.
These signal words mean:
• Safety Headings – s
• Safety Section – such as OUTBOARD MOTOR SAFETY.
• Instructions – how to
This entire book is filled with important safety information
carefully.
ded by a safety alert symbol and one of three
You WILL be KILLED or SERIOUSLY
HURT if you don’t follow instructions.
You CAN be KILLED or SERIOUSLY
T if you don’t follow instructions.
HUR
You CAN be HURT if you don’t follow
instruct
uch as IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION.
use this outboard motor correctly and safely.
ions.
a variety of forms, including:
.
– please read it
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CONTENTS
OUTBOARD MOTOR SAFETY ................................... 7
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION .............. 7
SAFETY LABEL LOCATION ................................ 9
CONTROLS AND FEATURES ................................... 10
CONTROL AND FEATURE IDENTIFICATION
CODES ................................................................ 10
COMPONENT AND CONTROL LOCATIONS ... 11
CONTROLS ............................................................ 16
Side-Mount Type
Ignition Switch .................................................... 16
Emergency Stop Switch Clip and Emergency
Stop Switch ..................................................... 17
Gearshift/Throttle Control Lever ........................ 17
Fast Idle Lever ..................................................... 19
Panel-Mount Type
Ignition Switch .................................................... 19
Emergency Stop Switch Clip and Emergency
Stop Switch ..................................................... 20
Gearshift/Throttle Control Lever ........................ 21
Fast Idle Button ................................................... 22
Top-Mount Type
Ignition Switch ....................................................23
Emergency Stop Switch Clip and Emergency
Stop Switch ......................................................23
Gearshift/Throttle Control Lever .........................24
Fast Idle Button ...................................................25
Common Controls
Power Trim/Tilt Switch .......................................26
Power Tilt Switch ................................................27
Manual Relief Valve ............................................27
Tilt Lock Lever ....................................................27
Engine Cover Latch .............................................28
Trim Tab ..............................................................28
INSTRUMENTS .....................................................28
Trim Meter (optional equipment) ........................28
Tachometer (optional equipment) .......................29
NMEA Interface Coupler ....................................29
3
CONTENTS
INDICATORS ......................................................... 30
Alternator (ACG) Indicator ................................. 30
Malfunction Indicator .......................................... 30
Oil Pressure Indicator .......................................... 31
Overheat Indicator ............................................... 31
Cooling System Indicator .................................... 32
OTHER FEATURES .............................................. 32
Water Separator Buzzer ...................................... 32
Rev Limiter ......................................................... 33
Anodes ................................................................. 33
Fuel Priming Bulb ............................................... 33
BEFORE OPERATION ................................................ 34
ARE YOU READY TO GET UNDERWAY? ....... 34
IS YOUR OUTBOARD MOTOR
READY TO GO? ................................................ 34
OPERATION .................................................................36
SAFE OPERATING PRECAUTIONS ...................36
BREAK-IN PROCEDURE .....................................36
FUEL PRIMING .....................................................37
INFREQUENT OR OCCASIONAL USE ..............37
STARTING THE ENGINE .....................................38
Side-Mount Type .................................................38
Panel-Mount Type ...............................................41
Top-Mount Type ..................................................43
STOPPING THE ENGINE ......................................46
Emergency Engine Stopping ...............................46
Normal Engine Stopping .....................................47
GEARSHIFT AND
THROTTLE OPERATION .............................48
Side-Mount Type .................................................48
Panel-Mount Type ...............................................48
Top-Mount Type ..................................................48
STEERING ..............................................................50
CRUISING ..............................................................50
SHALLOW WATER OPERATION .......................52
MOORING, BEACHING, LAUNCHING ..............53
MULTIPLE OUTBOARD MOTORS .....................54
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CONTENTS
SERVICING YOUR OUTBOARD MOTOR ............... 55
THE IMPORTANCE OF MAINTENANCE .......... 55
MAINTENANCE SAFETY ................................... 56
TOOL KIT and OWNER’S MANUAL .................. 57
SPARE EMERGENCY STOP SWITCH CLIP
(applicable types) ................................................ 57
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE .............................. 58
TRIM TAB ADJUSTMENT ................................... 60
MANUAL RELIEF VALVE .................................. 61
ENGINE COVER REMOVAL AND
INSTALLATION ................................................ 61
Engine Oil Level Check ...................................... 62
Engine Oil Change .............................................. 64
Oil Filter Change ................................................. 65
Engine Oil Recommendations ............................. 66
Lubrication Points ............................................... 67
Spark Plug Service ...............................................68
REFUELING ...........................................................72
FUEL RECOMMENDATIONS ..............................
Fuel Filter Inspection and Replacement ..............73
Water Separator Inspection and
Anode Replacement .............................................80
Propeller Replacement .........................................81
Inspect After Operating .......................................82
CLEANING AND FLUSHING .....................................83
Cleaning and Flushing .........................................83
STORAGE .....................................................................85
Fuel ......................................................................85
Engine Oil ............................................................87
HOISTING THE OUTBOARD MOTOR ............... 88
STORAGE PRECAUTIONS ..................................88
REMOVAL FROM STORAGE ..............................89
Service .............. 77
73
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CONTENTS
TRANSPORTING ......................................................... 90
WITH OUTBOARD MOTOR
INSTALLED ON BOAT .................................... 90
WITH OUTBOARD MOTOR
REMOVED FROM BOAT ................................. 90
TAKING CARE OF UNEXPECTED PROBLEMS ..... 91
ENGINE WILL NOT START ................................ 91
HARD STARTING OR STALLS AFTER
STARTING ......................................................... 94
ENGINE OVERHEATS ......................................... 95
FUSES ..................................................................... 96
Electric Starter Will Not Operate ........................ 96
Battery Will Not Charge ..................................... 96
Fuse Replacement ............................................... 96
OIL PRESSURE INDICATOR GOES OFF AND
ENGINE SPEED IS LIMITED ........................... 99
OVERHEAT INDICATOR COMES ON AND
ENGINE SPEED IS LIMITED ......................... 100
WATER SEPARATOR BUZZER SOUNDS ....... 101
SUBMERGED OUTBOARD MOTOR ................ 102
TECHNICAL INFORMATION ..................................104
Serial Number Locations ...................................104
Battery ...............................................................105
Emission Control System Information ...
Star Label ...........................................................109
Specifications .....................................................111
CONSUMER INFORMATION ..................................113
Honda Publications ............................................113
Customer Service Information ...........................113
Warranty Statements ..........................................116
Distributor’s Limited Warranty .........................116
Emission Control System Warranty ..................121
Distributor’s Warranty .......................................125
INDEX .........................................................................128
...........106
6
OUTBOARD MOTOR SAFETY
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
The Honda BF250A outboard motor
is designed for use with boats that
have a suitable manufacturer’s power
recommendation. Other uses can
result in injury to the operator or
damage to the outboard motor and
other property.
Most injuries or property damage can
prevented if you follow all
be
instructions in this manual and on the
outboard motor. The most common
hazards are discussed in this chapter,
along with the best way to protect
yourself and others.
Operator Responsibility
• It is the operator’s 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
yone falls overboard, and do not
an
run the engine while the boat is
near anyone in the water.
• Always stop the engine if you must
lea
ve the controls for any reason.
• Attach the emergency stop switch
rd securely to the operator.
lanya
• Always wear a PFD (Personal
Flotat
ion Device) while on the
boat.
• Familiarize yourself with all laws
and regulations relating to boati
and the use of outboard motors.
• Be sure that anyone who operates
the outboard motor receives proper
instruction.
• Be sure the outboard motor is
p
roperly mounted on the boat.
• Do not remove the engine cover
while the engine is running.
ng
7
OUTBOARD MOTOR SAFETY
Refuel With Care
• Gasoline is extremely flammable,
and gasoline vapor can explode.
Refuel outdoors, in a
well-ventilated area, with the
ine stopped. Never smoke near
eng
gasoline, and keep other flames and
sparks away.
• Refuel carefully to avoid spilling
fuel. A
tank.
• After refueling, tighten the fuel
tank ca
spilled, make sure the area is dry
before starting the engine.
void overfilling the fuel
p securely. If any fuel is
Carbon Monoxide Hazard
Exhaust contains poisonous carbon
monoxide, a colorless, odorless gas.
Breathing carbon monoxide can
cause loss of consciousness and may
lead to death.
If you run the engine in an area that is
confined, or even
air you breathe could contain a
dangerous amount of exhaust gas.
Never run your outboard inside a
ga
rage or other enclosure.
partly enclosed, the
8
OUTBOARD MOTOR SAFETY
SAFETY LABEL LOCATION
(1) US, Puerto Rico, and US Virgin Islands Types
*
(2)
(1)
Canadian Types
(2) Canadian Types only
*: Canadian types only
The label shown here contains important safe
carefully. This label is considered a permanent part of your outboard motor. If
the label comes off or becomes hard to read, contact an authorized Honda
Marine dealer for a replacement.
ty information. Please read it
Canadian Types
• Honda outboard motor is
designed to give safe and
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.
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CONTROLS AND FEATURES
CONTROL AND FEATURE IDENTIFICATION CODES
Model BF250A
Typ e LA
20.0 in (508 mm)
Transo m Hei ght
Standard Rotating Propeller Shaft
Counterrotating Propeller Shaft
Power Trim/Tilt
Refer to this chart for an explanation of the Type Codes used in this manual to identify control and feature applications.
TYPE CODE (example)
A
LC
Destination
A: American C: Canadian
Rotating direction of propeller shaft
C: Counterrotating propeller shaft
None: Standard rotating propeller shaft
Transom Height
L: 20.0 in (508 mm), XL: 25.0 in (635 mm), XXL: 30.0 in (762 mm)
25.0 in (635 mm)
30.0 in (762 mm)
XA XCXCA
XCC
•
• •
• • •
• • • • •
XXA
XXCA
XXC
• •
• •
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COMPONENT AND CONTROL LOCATIONS
CONTROLS AND FEATURES
ENGINE COVER
ENGINE COVER
LATCH
PRODUCT
IDENTIFICATION
NUMBER
MANUAL
RELIEF
VA LV E
ANODE
COOLING WATER INTAKE PORT
(each side)
IDLE PORT
FLUSH PORT
CONNECTOR
ANODE
ANTIVENTILATION
PLATE
EXHAUST PORT/
WATER OUTLET
PORT
PROPELLER
POWER TILT SWITCH
ENGINE OIL
DRAIN BOLT
(inside cover)
ANODE
TRIM TAB
COOLING SYSTEM INDICATOR
TILT LOCK LEVER
STERN
BRACKET
11
CONTROLS AND FEATURES
SPARK PLUGS
(under coil)
OIL FILLER CAP
SPARK PLUGS
(under coil)
JUNCTION BOX
(FUSES)
OIL LEVEL DIPSTICK
12
FUEL FILTER
(inside strainer cup)
NMEA INTERFACE COUPLER
WATER SEPARATOR
Remote Controls (optional equipment)
(SIDE-MOUNT REMOTE CONTROL)
GEARSHIFT/THROTTLE
CONTROL LEVER
NEUTRAL RELEASE
POWER TRIM/TILT
SWITCH
SPARE SWITCH
CLIP
BUZZER
(inside)
CONTROL LEVER
FRICTION ADJUSTER
EMERGENCY STOP
SWITCH LANYARD
LEVER
INDICATORS
(Oil pressure, Overheat,
Alternator, Malfunction)
EMERGENCY STOP
SWITCH CLIP
FAST IDLE
LEVER
IGNITION
SWITCH
EMERGENCY
STOP SWITCH
CONTROLS AND FEATURES
(PANEL-MOUNT REMOTE CONTROL)
GEARSHIFT/THROTTLE
CONTROL LEVER
POWER TRIM/TILT
SWITCH
FAST IDLE BUTTON
CONTROL PANEL
(for PANEL-MOUNT type)
BUZZER
IGNITION
SWITCH
EMERGENCY STOP
SWITCH CLIP
EMERGENCY STOP
SWITCH LANYARD
INDICATORS
(Oil pressure, Overheat,
Alternator, Malfunction)
NEUTRAL RELEASE
LEVER
EMERGENCY
STOP SWITCH
13
CONTROLS AND FEATURES
(SINGLE TOP-MOUNT REMOTE CONTROL)
GEARSHIFT/THROTTLE
CONTROL LEVER
POWER
TRIM/TILT
SWITCH
FAST IDLE
BUTTON
CONTROL PANEL
(for TOP-MOUNT SINGLE type)
BUZZER
IGNITION
SWITCH
EMERGENCY STOP
SWITCH CLIP
INDICATORS
(Oil pressure, Overheat,
Alternator, Malfunction)
(DUAL TOP-MOUNT REMOTE CONTROL)
GEARSHIFT/THROTTLE
CONTROL LEVERS
POWER TRIM/TILT
SWITCH (RIGHT)
POWER TRIM/TILT
SWITCH (LEFT)
FAST I D L E
BUTTON
(for TOP-MOUNT DUAL type)
EMERGENCY
STOP SWITCH
EMERGENCY STOP
SWITCH LANYARD
14
Tachometer (optional equipment)
Trim Meter (optional equipment)
CONTROLS AND FEATURES
15
CONTROLS AND FEATURES
CONTROLS
Side-Mount Type
Ignition Switch
ON
OFF
The ignition switch controls the
ignition system and the starter motor.
START
IGNITION
SWITCH
Turning the ignition switch key to the
ART position starts the engine.
ST
The key automatically returns to the
ON position when released from the
START position.
The engine will not start unless the
gearshift/throttle control lever is in
the N (neutral) position (p. 38) and
the emergency stop switch clip is in
mergency stop switch.
the e
Turning the ignition switch to the
OFF
position stops the engine.
16
CONTROLS AND FEATURES
Emergency Stop Switch Clip and Emergency Stop Switch
EMERGENCY
STOP SWITCH
EMERGENCY STOP
SWITCH CLIP
EMERGENCY
STOP SWITCH
CLIP
EMERGENCY
STOP SWITCH
LANYARD
EMERGENCY
STOP SWITCH
LANYARD
The emergency stop switch clip must
be inserted in the emergency stop
switch in order for the engine to start
and run. The emergency stop switch
lanyard must be attached securely to
the operator or to the operator’s PFD
(Personal Flotation Device).
When used as described, the
gency stop switch clip and
emer
emergency stop switch lanyard
system stops the engine if the
operator falls away from the controls.
A spare switch clip is stored in a slot
control housing (optional
in the
equipment).
SPARE SWITCH CLIP
Gearshift/Throttle Control Lever
GEARSHIFT/THROTTLE
CONTROL LEVER
NEUTRAL RELEASE
LEVER
The gearshift/throttle control lever
controls engine speed and selects F
(forward), N (neutral), or R (reverse)
gears.
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CONTROLS AND FEATURES
Moving the control lever 30° from N
(neutral) selects the gear, and further
movement increases engine speed.
The control lever automatically locks
itself in the
move the lever out of the N (neutral)
position, you must squeeze the neutral
release lever on the underside of the
lever handle.
A friction adjuster near the base of the
control lever(s) a
resistance of the control lever(s).
Refer to p. 49.
N (neutral) position. To
djusts the operating
F (FORWARD)
MINIMUM
THROTTLE OPENING
N (NEUTRAL)
30°
SHIFT
30°
SHIFT
MINIMUM
R (REVERSE)
THROTTLE OPENING
MAXIMUM
Less friction allows easier control
lever movement. More friction
helps
to hold a steady throttle setting while
cruising.
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MAXIMUM
GEARSHIFT/THROTTLE
CONTROL LEVER
CONTROLS AND FEATURES
Fast Idle Lever
FAST IDLE LEVER
Use the fast idle lever to accelerate
engine warm-up after starting the
engine. Do not use the fast idle lever
when starting the engine.
See page 40 for engine warm-up
instructions.
N (NEUTRAL)
MAXIMUM
FAS T I D LE
LOWEST
POSITION
FAST IDLE LEVER
The fast idle lever allows you to
ase the idle speed only when the
incre
control lever is in the N (neutral)
position. Place the fast idle lever in its
lowest position to cancel the fast idle
and return the control lever to normal
operation.
Panel-Mount Type
Ignition Switch
ON
OFF
IGNITION
SWITCH
The ignition switch controls the
ignition system and the starter motor.
START
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CONTROLS AND FEATURES
Turning the ignition switch key to the
START position starts the engine.
The key automatically returns to the
ON position when released from the
START position.
The engine will not start unless the
gearshift
/throttle control lever is in
the N (neutral) position (p. 41) and
the emergency stop switch clip is in
mergency stop switch.
the e
Turning the ignition switch to the
position stops the engine.
OFF
Emergency Stop Switch Clip and Emergency Stop Switch
EMERGENCY
STOP SWITCH
EMERGENCY STOP
SWITCH CLIP
EMERGENCY STOP
SWITCH CLIP
EMERGENCY
STOP SWITCH
LANYARD
EMERGENCY
STOP SWITCH
LANYARD
The emergency stop switch clip must
be inserted in the emergency stop
switch in order for the engine to start
and run. The emergency stop switch
lanyard must be attached securely to
the operator or to the operator’s PFD
(Personal Flotation Device).
When used as described, the
gency stop switch clip and
emer
emergency stop switch lanyard
system stops the engine if the
operator falls away from the controls.
A spare switch clip (optional
equipment) can
be stored in the tool
bag.
SPARE SWITCH CLIP
(optional equipment)
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CONTROLS AND FEATURES
Gearshift/Throttle Control Lever
GEARSHIFT/THROTTLE
CONTROL LEVER
NEUTRAL RELEASE
LEVER
The gearshift/throttle control lever
controls engine speed and selects F
(forward), N (neutral), or R (reverse)
gears.
N (NEUTRAL)
F (FORWARD)
THROTTLE OPENING
MAXIMUM
35°
SHIFT
MINIMUM
GEARSHIFT/THROTTLE
CONTROL LEVER
Moving the control lever 35° from N
(neutral) selects the
gear, and further
movement increases engine speed.
The control lever automatically locks
itself in the
N (neutral) position. To
move the lever out of the N (neutral)
position, you must squeeze the
neutral release lever on the underside
of the lever handle.
35°
R (REVERSE)
SHIFT
MINIMUM
THROTTLE OPENING
MAXIMUM
A friction adjuster near the base of
the control lever adjusts
the operating
resistance of the control lever. Refer
to p. 49.
Less friction allows easier control
lever movement. Mor
e friction helps
to hold a steady throttle setting while
cruising.
21
CONTROLS AND FEATURES
Fast Idle Button
FAST IDLE BUTTON
Use the fast idle button to accelerate
engine warm-up after starting the
engine. Do not use the fast idle button
when starting the engine.
See page 42 for engine warm-up
instructions.
F (FORWARD)
CONTROL
LEVER
N (NEUTRAL)
R (REVERSE)
Pull up
NEUTRAL
RELEASE
LEVER
Push
FAST IDLE BUTTON
The fast idle button allows you to
increase the
idle speed without
engaging the drive gears. Move the
control lever forward or reverse after
pushing in the fast idle button to
increase the idle speed.
It is necessary to position the control
n the N (neutral) position to
lever i
push in the fast idle button.
Return the control lever to N (neutral)
position to cancel
the fast idle
operation.
22
CONTROLS AND FEATURES
Top-Mount Type
Ignition Switch
ON
OFF
IGNITION
SWITCH
The ignition switch controls the
ignition system and the starter motor.
Turning the ignition switch key to the
ART position starts the engine.
ST
The key automatically returns to the
ON position when released from the
START position.
The engine will not start unless the
gearshift
/throttle control lever is in
the N (neutral) position (p. 44) and
the emergency stop switch clip is in
mergency stop switch.
the e
Turning the ignition switch to the
position stops the engine.
OFF
START
Emergency Stop Switch Clip and Emergency Stop Switch
EMERGENCY STOP SWITCH
EMERGENCY STOP
SWITCH CLIP
EMERGENCY STOP
SWITCH CLIP
EMERGENCY
STOP SWITCH
LANYARD
EMERGENCY
STOP SWITCH
LANYARD
The emergency stop switch clip must
be inserted in the emergency stop
switch in order for the engine to start
and run. The emergency stop switch
lanyard must be attached securely to
the operator or to the operator’s PFD
(Personal Flotation Device).
When used as described, the
gency stop switch clip and
emer
emergency stop switch lanyard
system stops the engine if the
operator falls away from the controls.
A spare switch clip (optional
equipment) can
be stored in the tool
bag.
SPARE SWITCH CLIP
(optional equipment)
23
CONTROLS AND FEATURES
Gearshift/Throttle Control Lever
SINGLE TYPE
GEARSHIFT/
THROTTLE
CONTROL
LEVER
DUAL TYPE
GEARSHIFT/THROTTLE
CONTROL LEVERS
The gearshift/throttle control lever(s)
controls engine speed and selects F
(forward), N (neutral), or R (reverse)
gears.
N (NEUTRAL)
F (FORWARD)
THROTTLE OPENING
MAXIMUM
35°
SHIFT
MINIMUM
GEARSHIFT/THROTTLE
CONTROL LEVER
Moving the control lever 35° from N
(neutral) selects the
gear, and further
movement increases engine speed.
A friction adjuster inside the control
box adjus
ts the operating resistance
of the control lever(s). Refer to p. 49.
35°
SHIFT
MINIMUM
R (REVERSE)
THROTTLE OPENING
MAXIMUM
Less friction allows easier control
lever movement. Mor
e friction helps
to hold a steady throttle setting while
cruising.
24
CONTROLS AND FEATURES
Fast Idle Button
FAST IDLE BUTTON
Use the fast idle button to accelerate
engine warm-up after starting the
engine. Do not use the fast idle button
when starting the engine.
See page 45 for engine warm-up
instructions.
F (FORWARD)
Push
FAST IDLE BUTTON
N (NEUTRAL)
R (REVERSE)
CONTROL
LEVER
The fast idle button allows you to
increase the
idle speed without
engaging the drive gears. Move the
control lever forward or reverse after
pushing in the fast idle button to
increase the idle speed.
It is necessary to position the control
n the N (neutral) position to
lever i
push in the fast idle button.
Return the control lever to N (neutral)
position to cancel
the fast idle
operation.
25
CONTROLS AND FEATURES
Common Controls
Power Trim/Tilt Switch
(side-mount type)
POWER
TRIM/TILT
SWITCH
(panel-mount type)
POWER TRIM/TILT SWITCH
CONTROL LEVER
CONTROL
LEVER
(top-mount type)
SINGLE TYPE
POWER TRIM/TILT SWITCH
CONTROL
LEVER
DUAL TYPE
POWER TRIM/TILT SWITCH
(LEFT)
(RIGHT)
The power trim/tilt switch is located
on the control lever. It is a rocker
switch with UP and DN (down)
positions for changing the angle of
the outboard motor.
You can use the power trim/tilt switch
anytime whethe
r the boat is
underway, stopped, or the ignition
switch is in the OFF position. It is
necessary for the ignition switch to be
in the ON position for the trim meter
to indicate the outboard motor angle.
Trim the outboard motor to obtai
n the
best performance and stability (p. 50).
Tilt the outboard motor for shallow
ter operation, beaching, launching,
wa
or mooring.
For dual mount outboard motors, tilt
them up at the
same time.
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CONTROL
LEVERS
CONTROLS AND FEATURES
Power Tilt Switch
POWER TILT SWITCH
The power tilt switch is located on the
engine pan. It is a rocker switch with
UP and DN (down) positions for
changing the angle of the outboard
motor.
The power tilt switch will operate
without turning the
ON.
This switch is used with the engine
sto
pped to raise the outboard motor
for mooring, trailering, or
maintenance.
ignition switch
Manual Relief Valve
MANUAL RELIEF VALVE
POWER
(To fix)
The outboard motor can be tilted
manually after opening the manual
relief valve. This allows the outboard
motor to be tilted up or down when
no battery is connected.
MANUAL
(To release)
Tilt Lock Lever
TILT LOCK LEVER
FREE
LOCK
The tilt lock lever is used to support
the outboard motor in the fully-raised
position.
When the boat is to be moored for a
long time, tilt t
as far as it will go. Then move the tilt
lock lever to the LOCK position, and
gently lower the outboard motor until
the lever contacts the stern bracket.
he outboard motor up
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CONTROLS AND FEATURES
Engine Cover Latch
UNLOCK
ENGINE COVER LATCH
The engine cover latch fastens the
engine cover to the outboard motor.
Trim Tab
TIGHTENING
BOLT
TRIM TAB
The trim tab compensates for ‘‘torque
steer,’’ which is a reaction of the
outboard motor to propeller rotation.
If uncompensated, torque steer would
make the outboard
to one side.
When the trim tab is correctly
adjusted (p. 60), steering effort is
equal in either direction.
motor tend to turn
INSTRUMENTS
Trim Meter (optional equipment)
TRIM METER
The trim meter indicates the relative
trim angle of the outboard motor.
Refer to the trim meter when using
the power tr
the best performance from the boat.
im/tilt switch to achieve
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