Honda Outboard Motor BF75A User Manual

3. CONTROLS (TILLER HANDLE TYPE)
Ignition Switch
IGNITION SWITCH
START ON
Move the gearshift lever to the N
(neutral) position before starting. The
engine will not start unless the
gearshift lever is in the N (neutral)
position.
Gear Shift Lever
GEAR SHIFT LEVER
There are three gearshift lever posi-
tions.
F (forward): The boat moves forward.
N (neutral): The transmission gears
are disengaged from the
engine.
R (reverse): The boat reverses.
Choke Knob
CHOKE KNOB
When the engine is cold, pull the
choke knob. A rich fuel mixture is
provided to the engine by pulling the
choke knob.
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Honda Outboard Motor BF75A Specifications

General

Brand	Honda
Model	Outboard Motor BF75A
Category	Outboard Motor
Language	English

Summary

SAFETY

SAFETY INFORMATION

Provides general safety precautions for operators and highlights operator responsibilities.

CONTROLS

TILLER HANDLE TYPE CONTROLS

Details the operation of controls for the tiller handle type.

REMOTE CONTROL TYPE CONTROLS

PRE-OPERATION CHECKS

Fuel Recommendations

STARTING THE ENGINE

TILLER HANDLE TYPE

Step-by-step procedure for starting the engine with a tiller handle.

REMOTE CONTROL TYPE

Step-by-step procedure for starting the engine with remote control.

EMERGENCY STARTING

TROUBLESHOOTING STARTING PROBLEMS

Diagnosing and resolving common engine starting problems.

OPERATION

Break-in Procedure

Guidance for the initial 10-hour break-in period for new outboard motors.

TILLER HANDLE TYPE OPERATION

REMOTE CONTROL TYPE OPERATION

POWER TRIM/TILT OPERATION

How to use the power trim and tilt system for optimal performance.

MOTOR PROTECTION SYSTEM

Explanation of oil pressure and overheat warning systems.

STOPPING THE ENGINE

MAINTENANCE

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE

Provides a schedule for regular service periods based on time or hours.

Engine Oil

Details on engine oil check interval, change interval, capacity, and checking procedure.

Gear Oil

Spark Plugs

Information on spark plug check, replacement interval, and gapping.

Submerged Motor

STORAGE

TROUBLESHOOTING

Engine does not start

Troubleshooting steps for fuel and electrical issues when the engine won't start.

Engine starts but immediately stops

Troubleshooting steps for when the engine starts but stops, or stops while cruising.