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BEFORE OPERATION
Maintenance Inspection
• Check the engine oil level (p. 42).
Running the engine with a low oil
level can cause e
ngine damage.
• Check to be sure the propeller is
un
damaged (p. 52).
• Check that the anode is securely
attached to the antiventilation plate
(p. 51) and is not excessively worn.
The anode helps to protect the
outboard motor from corrosion.
• Make sure the tool kit and
emer
gency starter rope are onboard
(p. 39). Replace any missing items.
• Check the fuel level in the fuel tank
(p. 49).
Safety Inspection
• Before each use, look around and
underneath the engine for signs of
oil or gasoline leaks.
• Wipe up any spills before starting
the engine
.
• Check the stern bracket to be sure
the outboard
motor is securely
installed.
• Check that all controls are
op
erating properly.
• Replace any damaged parts.
• Check that all fasteners are in place
and se
curely tightened.
• Check the emergency stop switch
for pro
per operation (p. 13, 25).
Start the engine. Make sure the
engine stops by pulling the
emer
gency stop switch clip from
the emergency stop switch (p. 30).
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