MFS6BZ - MFS8B - MFS9.8 PDF

OWNER’S
MANUAL
MFS 6BZ
MFS 8B
MFS 9.8B
Original instructions
OB No.003-11113-2AF1
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READ THIS MANUAL BEFORE USING THE OUTBOARD MOTOR. FAILURE TO FOLLOW THE
INSTRUCTIONS AND SAFETY PRECAUTIONS IN THIS MANUAL CAN RESULT IN SERIOUS
INJURY OR DEATH. KEEP THIS MANUAL IN A SAFE LOCATION FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.
Copyright © 2016 Tohatsu Corporation. All rights reserved. No part of this manual may be reproduced or
transmitted in any from or by any means without the express written permission of Tohatsu Corporation.
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YOUR TOHATSU OUTBOARD MOTOR

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To You, Our Customer
Thank you for selecting a TOHATSU outboard motor. You are now the proud owner of an
excellent outboard motor that will service you for many years to come.
This manual should be read in its entirety and the inspection and maintenance procedures
described later in this manual should be followed carefully. Should a problem arise with the
outboard motor, please follow the troubleshooting procedures listed at the end of this
manual. If the problem persists, contact an authorized TOHATSU service shop or dealer.
Please always keep this manual together with the outboard motor as a reference to every-
one who uses the outboard motor. If the outboard motor is resold, make sure the manual
is passed on to the next owner.
We hope you will enjoy your outboard motor and wish you good luck in your boating
adventures.
TOHATSU CORPORATION
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EC DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY (DoC)
This product conforms to certain portion of the European Parliament directive. DoC con-
tains the following information;
z Name and Address of the manufacturer.
z Applied community directives
z Reference standard
z Description of the product. (Model name and serial number)
z Signature of the responsible person (Name / Title / Date and place of issue).
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OWNER REGISTRATION AND IDENTIFICATION
Upon purchasing this product, be sure that the WARRANTY CARD is correctly and com-
pletely filled out and mailed to the addressee noted there on. This WARRANTY CARD
identifies you as the legal owner of the product and serves as your warranty registration.
TO THE EXTENT PERMITTED BY APPLICABLE LAW, YOUR OUTBOARD MOTOR WILL
NOT BE COVERED BY THE APPLICABLE LIMITED WARRANTY, IF THIS PROCEDURE IS
NOT FOLLOWED.
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PRE-DELIVERY CHECK
Be sure that the product has been checked by an authorized TOHATSU dealer before you
take delivery.
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Serial Number
In the space below, please record the outboard motor's serial number (indicated both on
the clamp bracket or swivel bracket and on the cylinder block). The serial number will be
needed when ordering parts, and when making technical or warranty inquiries.
Serial Number:
MF/EF model
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EP/EFT/EPT model
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Serial Number: Date of purchase:

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NOTICE: DANGER/WARNING/CAUTION/Note
Before installing, operating or otherwise handling your outboard motor, be sure to thor-
oughly read and understand this Owner's Manual and carefully follow all of the instruc-
tions. Of particular importance is information preceded by the words “DANGER,”
“WARNING,” “CAUTION,” and “Note.” Always pay special attention to such information to
ensure safe operation of the outboard motor at all times.
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DANGER
Failure to observe will result in severe personal injury or death, and possibly property dam-
age.
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WARNING
Failure to observe could result in severe personal injury or death, or property damage.
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CAUTION
Failure to observe could result in personal injury or property damage.
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Note
This instruction provides special information to facilitate the use or maintenance of the outboard
motor or to clarify important points.
CONTENTS
1. GENERAL SAFETY INFORMATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
2. SPECIFICATIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
3. PARTS NAME . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
4. LABEL LOCATIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
5. INSTALLATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
1. Mounting the outboard motor on boat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
2. Remote control device installation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
3. Battery installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
6. PRE-OPERATING PREPARATIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
1. Fuel handling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
2. Fuel filling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
3. Engine oil recommendation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
4. Break-In . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
5. Warning system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
7. ENGINE OPERATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
Before starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
1. Fuel feeding . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
2. Starting the engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
3. Warming up the engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
4. Forward, reverse, and acceleration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
5. Stopping the engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
6. Steering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
7. Trim angle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
8. Tilt up and down . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
9. Shallow water operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52
8. REMOVING AND CARRYING THE OUTBOARD MOTOR. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55
1. Removing the outboard motor. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55
2. Carrying the outboard motor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55
3. Traillering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56
9. ADJUSTMENT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58
1. Steering friction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58
2. Throttle grip friction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58
3. Remote control lever friction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58
4. Trim tab adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59
10. INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60
1. Daily Inspection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61
2. Periodic Inspection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66
3. Off-season storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77
4. Pre-season check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80
5. Submerged outboard motor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80
6. Cold weather precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81
7. Striking underwater object . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81
8. Auxiliary outboard motor operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81
11. TROUBLESHOOTING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 82
12. ACCESSORIES KIT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84
13. PROPELLER TABLE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85
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INDEX
1 GENERAL SAFETY INFORMATION 1
2. SPECIFICATIONS 2
3. PARTS NAME 3
4. LABEL LOCATIONS 4
5. INSTALLATION 5
6. PRE-OPERATING PREPARATIONS 6
7. ENGINE OPERATION 7
8. REMOVING AND CARRYING THE
OUTBOARD MOTOR 8
9. ADJUSTMENT 9
10. INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE 10
11. TROUBLESHOOTING 11
12. ACCESSORIES KIT 12
13. PROPELLER TABLE 13
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GENERAL SAFETY INFORMATION
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SAFE OPERATION OF BOAT
1 As the operator/driver of the boat, you are responsible for the safety of those aboard and
those in other boat around yours, and for following local boating regulations. You should
be thoroughly knowledgeable on how to correctly operate the boat, outboard motor, and
accessories. To learn about the correct operation and maintenance of the outboard motor,
please read through this manual carefully.
It is very difficult for a person standing or floating in the water to take evasive action should
he or she see a power boat heading in his/her direction, even at a slow speed. Therefore,
when your boat is in the immediate vicinity of people in the water, the outboard motor
should be shifted to neutral and shut off.
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WARNING
SERIOUS INJURY IS LIKELY IF A PERSON IN THE WATER MAKES CONTACT WITH A MOV-
ING BOAT, GEAR HOUSING, PROPELLER, OR ANY SOLID DEVICE RIGIDLY ATTACHED TO
A BOAT OR GEAR HOUSING.
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EMERGENCY STOP SWITCH
The Emergency Stop Switch will stall the outboard motor when the stop switch lanyard is
pulled off. This stop switch lanyard has to be attached to the operator of the outboard
motor to minimize or prevent injuries from the propeller in case the operator falls over-
board.
It is operator’s responsibility to use the Emergency Stop Switch Lanyard.
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WARNING
Accidental activation of the Emergency Stop Switch (such as the tether being pulled out in
heavy seas) could cause passengers to lose their balance and even fall overboard, or it
could result in loss of power in heavy seas, strong currents, or high winds. Loss of control
while mooring is another potential hazard.
To minimize accidental activation of the Emergency Stop Switch, the 500 mm (20 in.) stop
switch lanyard is coiled and can extended to a full 1300 mm (51 in.).
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PERSONAL FLOATATION DEVICE
As the operator/driver and passenger of the boat, you are responsible to wear a PFD (Per-
sonal Floatation Device) while on the boat.
GENERAL SAFETY INFORMATION 11
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SERVICING, REPLACEMENT PARTS & LUBRICANTS
We recommend that only an authorized service shop perform service or maintenance on 1
this outboard motor. Be sure to use genuine parts, genuine lubricants, or recommended
lubricants.
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MAINTENANCE
As the owner of this outboard motor, you should be acquainted with correct maintenance
procedures following maintenance section of this manual (See page 60). It is the opera-
tor's responsibility to perform all safety checks and to ensure that all lubrication and main-
tenance instructions are complied with for safe operation. Please comply with all
instructions concerning lubrication and maintenance. You should take the engine to an
authorized dealer or service shop for periodic inspection at the prescribed intervals.
Correct periodic maintenance and proper care of this outboard motor will reduce the
chance of problems and limit overall operating expenses.
Carbon Monoxide Poisoning Hazard

Exhaust gas contains carbon monoxide, a colorless and odorless gas which can be fatal if
inhaled for any length of time.
Never start or operate the engine indoors or in any space which is not well ventilated.
Gasoline
Gasoline and its vapors are very flammable and can be explosive. Use extreme care when
handling gasoline. You should be thoroughly knowledgeable on how to correctly handle
gasoline by reading this manual.
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SPECIFICATIONS
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MODEL FEATURE
Model F6B F8B F9.8B
2 Type MF EF EP MF EF EP MF EF EFT EP EPT
S z z z z z z z z
Transom heights L z z z z z z z z z z z
UL z z z
Tiller Handle z z z z z z z
Remote Control z z z z
Power Tilt z z
Mnual tilt z z z z z z z z z
*1: Option
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MODEL NAME EXAMPLE
F 9.8B EPTL
F 9.8 B E P T L
Model descrip- Horse Product Starter Steering

Tilt system Shaft length
tion power generation system system
T= Power
P=Remote control S= Short 15 in
E= Electrical trim&tilt
F= Four stroke (Pleasure) L= Long 20 in
D= Two stroke DI - A and up start
F=Tiller handle
G= Gas assist
UL= Ultra long
M= Manual start Blank= Manual
(Fisher) tilt 25 in
SPECIFICATIONS 13
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6BZ (Available in specific region)
6BZ
Item MODEL
MF EF EP 2
Overall Length mm (in) 975 (38.4) 590 (23.2)
Overall Width mm (in) 354 (13.9) 320 (12.6)
Overall Height S·L·UL mm (in) 1050 (41.3) 1177 (46.3) 1304 (51.3)
Transom Height S·L·UL mm (in) 435 (17.1) 562 (22.1) 689 (27.1)
S kg (lb) 37.0 (81.5) —
Weight *1 L kg (lb) 38.0 (84.0) 41.0 (90.5)
UL kg (lb) 39.5 (87.0) —
Output kW (ps) 4.4 (6)
Max. Operating Range min-1 (rpm) 5000–6000
Idle Speed in Forward Gear min-1 (rpm) 900
Idle Speed in Neutral Gear min-1 (rpm) 950
Engine Type 4-Stroke
Number of Cylinder 2
Bore × Stroke mm (in) 55 × 44 (2.17 × 1.73)
Piston Displacement cm3 (Cu in) 209 (12.8)
Exhaust System Through hub exhaust
Cooling System Water cooling
Lubrication System Trochoid pump
Startring System Manual Electric starter motor*
Ignition System Flywheel Magneto C.D. ignition
Spark Plug NGK DCPR6E
Trim Position 6 3
Engine Oil mL (fl.oz.) API SH, SJ or SL 10W-30/40, Approx. 800 (27)
Gear Oil mL (fl.oz.) Genuine Gear Oil or API GL5, SAE #80-90, Approx. 320 (10.8)
Unleaded regular gasoline : Pump posted
Fuel
87 Octane (research octane rating of 91)
Fuel Tank Capacity L (US gal) 12 (3.17)
Gear Reduction Ratio 2.08 (13 : 27)
Emission Control System EM (Engine modification)
Operator Sound Pressure
81.5
(ICOMIA 39/94) dB (A)
Hand Vibration Level
2.2 —
(ICOMIA 38/94) m/s2
Remark: Specifications subject to change without notice.
*1 With propeller, with battery cable.
Tohatsu outboard is power rated in accordance with ISO8665 (propeller shaft output).
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8B, 9.8B
8/9.8B
2 Item MODEL
MF EF EP
S kg (lb) 37.0 (81.5) 40.0 (88.0)
Weight *1 L kg (lb) 38.0 (84.0) 41.0 (90.5)
UL kg (lb) 39.5 (87.0) 42.5 (93.5)
Output kW (ps) 8B : 5.9 (8)/9.8B : 7.2 (9.8)
Bore × Stroke mm (in) 55 × 44 (2.17 × 1.73)
Startring System Manual Electric starter motor*
Trim Position 6 3
Fuel
81.5
2.2 —
(ICOMIA 38/94) m/s2
SPECIFICATIONS 15
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8B, 9.8B
8/9.8B
Item MODEL
EFT EPT 2
S kg (lb) 46.5 (102.5) 46.0 (101.4)
Weight *1 L kg (lb) 47.5 (104.7) 47.0 (103.6)
UL kg (lb) 49.0 (108) 48.5 (106.9)
Output kW (ps) 8B : 5.9 (8)/9.8B : 7.2 (9.8)
Bore × Stroke mm (in) 55 × 44 (2.17 × 1.73)
Startring System Electric starter motor*
Trim Position 5
Fuel
81.5
2.2 —
(ICOMIA 38/94) m/s2
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PARTS NAME
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MF, EF, EP
1 21
19
18
17
3 2 22
3 15 20 23
4
16
5
14
6
7 13
8 12
11
9 10
24
28
29
27 25
26
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1 Tilt Handle 13 Splash Plate 25 Stop Switch *1

2 Top Cowl 14 Thrust Rod 26 Stop Switch Lanyard
3 Bottom Cowl 15 Clamp Bracket 27 Choke Konob
4 Cooling Water Check Port 16 Clamp Screw 28 Fuel Connector
5 Oil Drain Plug 17 Tiller Handle *1 29 Starter Switch *2
6 Water Plug 18 Throttle Grip *1 *1: Tiller handle type only
7 Anti-ventilation Plate 19 Shift Lever *1 *2: Electric starter type only
8 Trim Tab 20 Throttle Adjust Screw
9 Propeller 21 Ricoil Starter Handle
10 Oil Plug (Lower) 22 Spark Plug
11 Cooling Water Inlet 23 Oil Filler Cap
12 Oil Plug (Upper) 24 Warning Lamp
PARTS NAME 17
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EFT, EPT
1 21
19
18
2 17
22
3
3 15 20 23
4
16
5 14
6
7 13
8 12
11
9 10
24
28
29
27
26 25
ENOF01403-1
1 Tilt Handle 13 Splash Plate 25 Stop Switch *1

2 Top Cowl 14 Tlim Lock Pin 26 Stop Switch Lanyard
3 Bottom Cowl 15 Clamp Bracket 27 Choke Konob
4 Cooling Water Check Port 16 Clamp Screw 28 Fuel Connector
5 Oil Drain Plug 17 Tiller Handle *1 29 Starter Switch
6 Water Plug 18 Throttle Grip *1 *1: Tiller handle type only
7 Anti-ventilation Plate 19 Shift Lever *1
8 Trim Tab 20 Throttle Adjust Screw
9 Propeller 21 Ricoil Starter Handle
10 Oil Plug (Lower) 22 Spark Plug
11 Cooling Water Inlet 23 Oil Filler Cap
12 Oil Plug (Upper) 24 Warning Lamp
18 PARTS NAME
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Remote control box & Fuel tank
10
3 1 9
3
2 11
5
7
6
8
13
14
12
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1 Control Lever 9 Fuel gauge

2 Neutral lock arm 10 Air vent screw
3 PTT switch 11 Fuel tank cap
4 Free throttle lever 12 Fuel connector (Engine side)
5 Main switch 13 Primer bulb
6 Stop switch 14 Fuel connector (Fuel tank side)
7 Stop switch lock
8 Stop switch lanyard
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LABEL LOCATIONS
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Warning label locations
1
4
2, 3
6 8
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20 LABEL LOCATIONS
1. Warning label regarding installation of 5-1. Warning regarding emergency start-

remote control system (See page 25). ing (See page 39).
5-2. Warning regarding high temperature.
5-3. Warning regarding rotating object.
5-4. Warning regarding high voltage
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2. Warning label regarding oil pressure
(See page 32). 3
ENOF00131-0 2
3. Warning label regarding stop switch 1
(See page 37, 38, 46)
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6. Warning label regarding engine stop

ENOF00131-B switch.
4. Warning label regarding position of
outboard motor when setting down.
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ENOF00006-0 7. Warning regarding gasoline (See

page 29).
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LABEL LOCATIONS 21
8. Warning regarding gasoline (See

page 29).
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22 LABEL LOCATIONS
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CE label locations
MF/EF model
O utboard Motor
1)
4
R a te d Power: 2)
Ma ss: 3)
Serial No. 4) 5)
6)
7)
Made in Japan
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EP/EFT/EPT model
O utboard Motor
1)
R a te d Power: 2)
Ma ss: 3)
Serial No. 4) 5)
6)
7)
Made in Japan
ENOF01406-A
1. Model code(Model name)

2. Rated power
3. Dry mass weight( Without propeller, with battery
cable)
4. Product year
5. Serial No.
6. Manufacture name
7. Manufacture address
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INSTALLATION
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Keep the outboard motor in a vertical posi-
1. Mounting the outboard motor on tion when mounting.
boat
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WARNING
Most boats are rated and certified in terms
of their maximum allowable horsepower,
as shown on the boat’s certification plate.
Do not equip your boat with an outboard
motor that exceeds this limit. If in doubt,
contact your dealer.
Do not operate the outboard motor until it
has been securely mounted on the boat in
accordance with the instructions below.
5
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WARNING Position ... Above keel line

Set engine at center of boat.
z Mounting the outboard motor without
following this manual can lead to unsafe
1
conditions such as poor maneuverabil-
ity, lack of control or fire.
z Loose clamp screws and/or mounting
bolts can lead to the release or displace-
ment of the outboard motor, possibly
resulting in lost of control and/or serious
personal injury. Be sure that fasteners 2
are tightened to the specified torque (30
N·m (3.0 kgf·m) 13 ft·lb). Check the fas-
teners for tightness from time to time.
z Be sure to use outboard mounting fas-
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teners included in the outboard motor
1. Center of boat
package or their equivalents in terms of 2. Boat transom
size, material, quality and strength.
Tighten fasteners to the specified torque ENOM00026-0
(30 N·m (3.0 kgf·m) 13 ft·lb). Test cruise Transom matching
to check if fasteners are tightened Be sure that the anti ventilation plate of the
securely.
outboard motor is 5–25 mm (0.2–1 in)
z Outboard motor mounting must be per-
formed by trained service person(s) below the bottom of hull.
using lift or hoist with sufficient capacity. If the above condition cannot be met due
to the shape of the bottom of your boat,
please consult your authorized dealer.
24 INSTALLATION
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Note
A rope is not included in the standard
accessories.
1
5−25 mm
(0.2−1 in)
2
2
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3
1. Bottom of hull
2. Anti ventilation plate 4
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1. Bolt (8 × 85)
CAUTION 2. Nut
5 z Before beginning the running test, check
3.
4.
Washer
Clamp screw
that the boat with maximum capacity ENOW00945-0
loading floats on the water in a proper
attitude. Check the position of water CAUTION
surface on the driveshaft housing. If the
water surface is near the bottom cowl- z Please inspect whether there is a loos-
ing, in high waves, water may enter the ening of the clamp screw or mounting
engine cylinders. bolts before departure.
z Incorrect outboard motor mounting z Loosening may cause a dangerous situ-
height or existence of underwater ation, such as loss of control.
object(s), such as hull bottom design,
PTT type
bottom surface conditions or underwa-
1. To attach the outboard motor to the
ter accessories, can cause water spray
possibly reaching the engine through an boat, use the bolts to secure the out-
opening of the bottom cowling during board motor brackets on transom
cruising. Exposing the engine to such board.
conditions for extended periods can
lead to severe engine damage.
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Mounting bolts
Manual tilt type
1. To attach the outboard motor to the
4
boat, tighten the clamp screws by
turning their handles. 1
Also, use the bolts to secure the out-
board motor brackets on transom 3
board.
Secure the outboard motor with a rope 2 ENOF00507-A
to prevent loss overboard. 1. Bolt (12 × 105)

2. Washer (small diameter)
3. Nut
4. Washer (large diameter)
INSTALLATION 25
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2. Remote control device

installation
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Remote control box location
1, 2
5
ENOF00841-0
ENOF00508-0
1. Shift cable
2. Throttle cable
ENOW00008-A 3. Cable harness B
CAUTION Install the remote control box in a position

z Mounting bolts should be installed with where it is easy to reach and operate the
the bolt head at inside surface of the controls.
transom. Mounting bolts installed with Make sure there are no obstacles that can
the threaded end at the inside surface of
interfere with the operation of the remote
the transom can cause personal injury.
z Tighten the bolts sufficiency, otherwise control cable.
falling down of outboard could be hap-
pened. ENOW00850-0
Remote control cable length
ENON00003-0 ENOW00100-A
Notes
CAUTION
1. Apply sealing agent, such as silicone
sealed between the bolts and the tran- Be careful not to loop the remote control
som board holes before tightening the cables to a diameter of 406 mm (16 in) or
bolts. less. Otherwise, it affects the service life of
2. Be sure to tighten the mounting bolt the cable.
nuts to the specified torque.
(30 N·m (3.0 kgf·m) 13 ft·lb)
26 INSTALLATION
contact with your eye, loss of sight. Use

safety glasses and rubber gloves.
In case battery electrolyte comes in con-
tact with:
z Skin, flush thoroughly with water.
z Eye, flush thoroughly with water, and
then seek immediate medical treatment.
In case battery electrolyte is swallowed:
z Seek immediate medical treatment.
ENOF00842-0
ENOW00013-A
Measure the distance from the remote WARNING

control box to the outboard motor where Battery generates explosive hydrogen gas.
the remote control cable should be routed. Be sure to:
5 Prepare a cable that is 300-450mm (11.8- z Charge the battery in a well-ventilated
place.
17.7in) longer than the measured distance.
z Place the battery away from any source
Temporarily pull the cable along the of fire, sparks and open flames such as
intended cable route to check its length is burners or welding equipment.
sufficient. z Do not smoke near the battery when the
Connect the remote control cable to the battery is charging.
z Do not charge the battery when the
engine, then run the cable to the remote
electrolyte level is low. Otherwise, the
control box, making sure it is not sharply battery will be damaged and may cause
bent, too taut and free from obstructions malfunction.
that could interfere with steering.
ENOW00014-0
ENOM00029-A CAUTION
3. Battery installation z Make sure that the battery leads do not
get stuck between the outboard motor
ENOW00012-0 and boat when turning, etc.
z The starter motor may fail to operate if
WARNING the leads are incorrectly connected.
Battery electrolyte contains sulfuric acid z Be sure to correctly connect the (+) and
and thus is hazardous, causing a burn if it (—) leads. If not, the charging system
comes in contact with your skin, or poison- will be damaged.
ous if swallowed. z Do not disconnect the battery leads
Keep battery and electrolyte away from from battery while the engine is operat-
reach of children ing, the electrical parts could be dam-
When handling the battery, be sure to: aged.
z Read all warnings shown on the battery z Always use a fully charged battery.
case
z Prevent electrolyte from coming in con-
tact with any part of your body. Contact
can cause serious burn or, if it comes in
INSTALLATION 27
ENOW00015-0
CAUTION
Do not use a battery that is not recom-
mended. Use of a battery not recom-
mended can lead to poor performance of,
and/or damage to, the electrical system.
ENON00006-A
Note
Recommended battery: 12V 40Ah/5HR,
350 (Cold Cranking Amps (CCA), In case of
cold whether: 12V 70Ah/5HR (650CCA))
Specifications and features of batteries vary
among the manufacturers. Consult the
manufacturer for details.
* The battery should be purchased sepa-
5
rately and is not supplied with the outboard
motor.
1. Place the battery box in a convenient

position away from possible water
spray. Securely fasten both the box
and the battery so they do not shake
loose.
2. Connect the positive lead (+) to the
positive terminal (+) of the battery, and
then connect the negative lead (—).
When disconnecting the battery
always remove the negative lead (—)
first. After connecting the positive ter-
minal (+), securely place a cap on it to
prevent short circuits.
2
1 ENOF00022-0
1. Battery cord (red)

2. Battery cord (black)
28
PRE-OPERATING PREPARATIONS
ENOM00030-A
these adverse effects are caused because
1. Fuel handling the ethanol in the gasoline can absorb
moisture from the air, resulting in a separa-
ENOW000017-0
tion of the water/ethanol from the gasoline
CAUTION in the fuel tank.
These may cause increased:
Use of improper gasoline can damage your
z Corrosion of metal parts
engine. Engine damage resulting from the
use of improper gasoline is considered z Deterioration of rubber or plastic parts
misuse of the engine, and damage caused z Fuel permeation through rubber fuel
thereby will not be covered under the lim- lines
ited warranty. z Starting and operating difficulties
ENOM00031-A If the use of gasoline containing alcohol is

FUEL RATING inevitable, or presence of alcohol is sus-
TOHATSU engines will operate satisfacto- pected in the gasoline, it is recommended
rily when using a major brand of unleaded
6
to add a filter that has water separating
gasoline meeting the following specifica- capability, and check the fuel system for
tions: leaks and mechanical parts for corrosion
USA and Canada — having a posted and abnormal wear more frequently.
pump Octane Rating of 87 (R+M)/2 mini- And, in case any of such abnormality is
mum. Premium gasoline (92 [R+M]/2 found, discontinue the use of such gaso-
Octane) is also acceptable. Do not use line and contact our dealer immediately.
leaded gasoline. If the outboard motor will only be used
Outside USA and Canada — Use infrequently, please see the remarks on
unleaded gasoline with declared octane fuel deterioration in the STORAGE chapter
rating of 91 RON or over. Use of premium (P 77) for additional information.
gasoline of 98 RON is also allowed. ENOW00020-0
ENOM00032-A CAUTION
GASOLINES CONTAINING
When operating a TOHATSU engine on
ALCOHOL gasoline containing alcohol, storage of
The fuel system components on your gasoline in the fuel tank for long periods
TOHATSU engine will withstand up to 10% should be avoided. Long periods of stor-
ethyl alcohol (hererinafter referred to as the age, common to boats, create unique prob-
"ethanol"), content in the gasoline. But if lems. In cars, alcohol blend fuels normally
are consumed before they can absorb
the gasoline in your area contains ethanol,
enough moisture to cause trouble, but
you should be aware of certain adverse boats often sit idle long enough for phase
effects that can occur. Increasing the per- separation to take place. In addition, inter-
centage of ethanol in the fuel can also nal corrosion may take place during stor-
worsen these adverse effects. Some of
PRE-OPERATING PREPARATIONS 29
age if alcohol has washed protective oil z Be sure to remove the static electricity
films from internal components. charged in your body before refueling.
z The sparks due to static electricity may
ENOW00018-0 cause explosion of flammable gasoline.
z Stop the engine, and do not start the
WARNING engine during refueling.
Fuel leakage can cause fire or explosion, z Do not smoke.
potentially leading to severe injury or loss z Be careful not to overfill fuel tank. Wipe
of life. Every fuel system part should be up any spilled gasoline immediately.
checked periodically, and especially after
long term storage, for fuel leak, change of When or before cleaning the gasoline tank:
hardness of rubber, expansion and/or cor- z Dismount fuel tank from the boat.
rosion of metals. In case any indication of z Place the fuel tank away from every
fuel leakage or degradation of fuel part is source of ignition, such as sparks or
found, replace relevant part immediately open flames.
before continuing operation. z Do the work outdoors or in a well venti-
lated area.
ENOM00043-B z Wipe off gasoline well immediately if
6
spilled.
2. Fuel filling z
After cleaning gasoline tank:
ENOW00019-0
z Wipe off gasoline well immediately if
spilled.
WARNING z If the fuel tank is disassembled for
Do not fill the fuel tank over capacity. The cleaning, reassemble carefully. Imper-
rise of gasoline temperature may cause fect assembly may cause a fuel leak,
gasoline to expand which, if overfilled, may possibly leading to fire or explosion.
leak through air vent screw when it is open. z Dispose aged or contaminated gasoline
Leaking gasoline is a dangerous fire haz- in accordance with local regulations.
ard.
ENOW00029-A
ENOW00028-A
WARNING
WARNING When opening fuel tank cap, be sure to fol-
Consult an authorized dealer for details on low the procedure described below. Fuel
handling gasoline, if necessary. could blast out through the fuel tank cap in
case the cap is loosened by using another
Gasoline and its vapors are very flammable procedure when internal pressure of fuel
and can be explosive. tank is raised by heat from sources such as
sun light.
When carrying a fuel tank containing gaso-
line: ENOW0946-0
z Close the fuel tank cap and air vent

screw of fuel tank cap, or gasoline vapor CAUTION
will be emitted through the air vent Separate tank must be fixed at appropriate
screw, creating a fire hazard. position so that well ventilated and tank
z Do not smoke. does not move or fall down while operat-
ing.
When or before refueling:
30 PRE-OPERATING PREPARATIONS
1. Full open the air vent screw on the fuel

tank cap and release internal pressure.
1
2
ENOF01409-0
ENOF00417-0
Use only high quality 4-stroke engine oil to
1. Air vent screw insure performance and prolonged engine
2. Fuel tank cap
life.
2. Open the fuel tank cap slowly. The SAE oil viscosity 10W-30 or 10W-40
6 3. Fill the fuel carefully not to over flow.
FC-W outboard motor engine oil is recom-
mended.
You can also use oils that carry the API
rating of SH, SJ, or SL. Select the appro-
priate viscosity, based on atmospheric
temperature, from the chart below.
SAFE FILL
LEVEL
12 L
NIVEAU 10W−40
MAXIMUM
ENOF00419-A 10W−30
4. After filling the tank, close the fuel tank -30 -20 -10 0 10 20 30 40 ˚C
cap. -22 -4 14 32 50 68 86 96 ˚F
ENOF00208-0
ENOM00037-A
3. Engine oil recommendation ENOW0002A-A
ENOW00022-A
CAUTION
Use of engine oils that do not meet these
CAUTION requirements will result in reduced engine
The engine oil is drained for shipping from life, and other engine problems.
the factory. Be sure to fill the engine to the
proper level before starting engine. (To
properly fill the engine with oil follow the
instructions, See page 62)
]ENOM00033-A
4. Break-In
Your new outboard motor and lower unit z Always attempt to stay on the windward
require break-in for the moving compo- side of emission.
nents according to the conditions
described in the following time table. ENOW00023-0
Please refer to ENGINE OPERATION sec-
tion (See page 35) to learn how to cor- CAUTION
rectly start and operate the outboard Operating the outboard motor without
motor. break-in can shorten service life of the
ENOW00024-A
product.
If any abnormality is experienced during
WARNING the break-in:
z Discontinue the operation immediately.
Do not operate the outboard motor in z Have the dealer check the product and
6
closed area or area with no forced ventila- take proper action(s) if necessary.
tion.
Exhaust gas emitted by this outboard ENON00008-0
motor contains carbon monoxide that will Note
cause death if inhaled continuously. Inhal-
Proper break-in allows outboard motor to
ing the gas initially causes symptoms such
deliver it full performance for longer service
as feeling of sickness, drowsiness and life.
headache.
During operation of the outboard motor:
z Keep peripheral area well ventilated.
1–10 min 10 min – 2 hrs 2–3 hrs 3–10 hrs After 10 hrs
Less than 1/2 Less than 3/4 Full throttle
Throttle Position Idle 3/4 throttle
throttle throttle available
Approx. 4000
Full throttle run min-1 (rpm). Full
Approx. 3000
Speed allowed for 1 throttle run
min-1 (rpm) max
min every 10 min allowed for 2
min every 10 min
ENOM00039-0
5. Warning system
1
If outboard motor encounters an abnormal
condition of fault, the warning horn will
emit a continuous beep or intermittent
short beeps and the warning lamp (LED)
will synchronize with the horn and engine
speed will be limited (engine will not be ENOF00851-A
stopped). 1. Warning lamp
See next page for conditions which will

lead to an abnormal condition or fault.
ENOM00040-C
1
Location of warning horn and
6 lamp
Warning horn
RC model (EPT type): Located inside the
remote control.
*No horn is located for tiller handle type
and EP type. ENOF01410-1
Warning lamp (LED) 1. Warning lamp
RC model: Located in the tachometer &

bottom cowl.
Tiller handle models: Located on the bot-
tom cowl.
ENON00009-A
Note
Warning lamp for optional tachometer will
synchronize with the waring lamp for engine
side.
ENOM00041-C
Warning indicators, faults and remedy
Warning indicators
Sound Description of faults Remedy
Lamp (LED) ESG
(EPT only)
On for several
- - Normal system test when start up
sec.
Engine speed exceeds maximum
- - High speed ESG
allowable RPM
1
Continuous *2
ON *2
Low speed ESG Low oil pressure *1
2
Remarks
*1: In this case, oil pressure switch is “ON”.
*2: It is necessary to stop the engine, if you want to stop the working indicators and re-set the warning system.
High speed ESG (Electronic Safety Governor)

High speed ESG is a device to prevent over revolution of the engine. If the load to the engine becomes light for some
reason, it runs at a higher speed than the usual. In such the case, and the ESG is activated not to ignite the spark
plug, therefore, the engine speed varies and be controlled under 6300 min-1 (rpm).
6
Low speed ESG
Low speed ESG is a device to prevent the engine from getting damage. If the engine has problems regarding oil
pressure, the low speed ESG is activated not to ignite the spark plug, the engine speed varies and be controlled
under 2800 min-1 (rpm).
Remedy
1. Reduce the throttle to less than half
opening, and move to safe place
quickly, and stop the engine.
Check the propeller for bent or dam-
aged blades.
Consult an authorized dealer if engine
shows the same result even after
replacing propeller with new one.
2. Move to safe place quickly, and stop
the engine.
Check the engine oil level, and add
engine oil if necessary.
Consult your dealer if the engine oil
level is too low or too high.
6 ENOW00025-A
CAUTION
z Low speed ESG ON: Engine speed will
be limited to 2800 min-1 (rpm), however
you should not continue to run engine.
z High speed ESG ON: Engine speed will
be limited to 6300 min - 1 (rpm) and
engine will run rough until throttle is
reduced.
35
ENGINE OPERATION
ENOM00042-0 tank is raised by heat from sources such as
Before starting sun light.
ENOW0947-0
ENOW00022-A
CAUTION CAUTION
When using a separate tank, be sure that
The engine oil is drained for shipping from
the factory. Be sure to fill the engine to the the fuel line is not kinked and is connected
proper level before starting engine. (To securely.
properly fill the engine with oil follow the
instructions. See page 62) 1. Full open the air vent screw on the fuel
tank cap.
1
2
ENOF01409-0
7
ENOF00417-0
1. Air vent screw
ENOW00027-A 2. Fuel tank cap
CAUTION 2. Open the fuel tank cap slowly and

Before starting engine for the first time release internal pressure completely.
after reassembling engine or off-season After that, close the fuel tank.
storage, disconnect stop switch lock and
3. Connect the fuel connector to the
crank approximately 10 times in order to
prime the oil pump. engine and fuel tank.
1
ENOM00044-A
1. Fuel feeding
3
ENOW00029-A
2
WARNING
When opening fuel tank cap, be sure to fol-
low the procedure described below. Fuel
ENOF00514-0
could blast out through the fuel tank cap in
case the cap is loosened by using another 1. Fuel connector
procedure when internal pressure of fuel 2. Push
3. Insert
36 ENGINE OPERATION
2
1
3
ENOF00861-A
2
1. Pull ENOF00863-0
2. Insert
1. Test tank
4. Squeeze primer bulb until it becomes 2. Water
stiff to feed fuel to vapor separator. 3. Over 10 cm (4 in.)
Direct arrow mark upward when prim-

ing. ENOW00036-0
1 CAUTION
Be sure to stop engine immediately if cool-
ing water check port is not discharging
7 water, and check if cooling water intake is
blocked. Operating engine could lead to
overheating potentially leading to engine
damage. Consult an authorized dealer if
2 the cause cannot be found.
ENOF00862-0
1. Engine side
ENOW00032-A
2. Fuel tank side
Do not squeeze primer bulb with engine

CAUTION
running or when the outboard motor is Do not keep turning starter motor for over
tilted up. Otherwise, fuel could overflow. 5 seconds, or the battery may be con-
sumed, potentially making the engine start-
ENOM00045-C
ing impossible and/or damaging the
2. Starting the engine starter.
If cranking over 5 seconds fails to start
ENOW00036-A
engine, return main switch to “ON”, and
crank engine again after 10 seconds or
CAUTION more.
Do not try to crank after engine has
When the engine is started in the test tank, started.
to avoid over heating and water pump
damage, be sure the water level is at least This model is provided with start in gear
10 cm (4 in.) above the anti ventilation protection.
plate. ENON00010-0
And be sure to remove the propeller, when Note
starting the engine in the test tank. (See
page 71) Start-in-gear protection prevents engine
Run the engine only at idling. from starting at other than neutral shift. In-
gear starting of engine will move the boat
ENGINE OPERATION 37
immediately, potentially leading to falling 3. Set the throttle grip to START position.
down or causing passenger(s) to be thrown
overboard.
Tiller handle type

1. Be sure to install the stop switch lock
to the stop switch, and attach the stop
switch lanyard securely to the operator
or to the operator's PFD (Personal Flo- 1
ENOF01107-0
tation Device.)
1. Throttle grip
4. Set the control lever in the Neutral
position.
1
7
ENOF00516-0
1. Stop switch lock
2. Set the control lever in the Neutral 1 ENOF00518-0
position. 1. Choke knob

5. Pull the choke knob fully.
ENON00501-0
Note
N Choke is not necessary when the engine is
warm. Set the throttle grip to “RE-START”
R F 1 position.
ENON00502-0
Note
ENOF00531-1 If engine does not start with 4 or 5 times
starting operation, push the knob back and
1. Shift lever restart.
(For manual starter type)

This engine is equipped with a compres-
sion release mechanism.
38 ENGINE OPERATION
6. Pull the starter handle slowly until you crank engine again after 10 seconds or
feel engagement, keep pulling till you more.
feel less resistance. Then pull it quickly.
repeat if necessary until started. 5. Check the cooling water from cooling
1 2 water check port.
ENOF00519-0
1. Slowly ENOF01411-1
2. Quickly
Side mount RC type

(For electrical starter type) 1. Be sure to install the stop switch lock
4. Push the starter switch button and to the stop switch, and attach the stop
release the button when the engine
7 has started.
or to the operator's PFD (Personal Flo-
tation Device.)
ENOF00520-0 1
ENOF00869-0
1. Starter Button
1. Stop switch lock
ENOW00032-0
2. Insert the main switch key.
CAUTION 3. Set the control lever in the Neutral
position.
Do not keep turning starter motor for over
5 seconds, or the battery may be con- 4. Raise the free accel lever a little (both
sumed, potentially making the engine start- of cold engine and warm engine).
ing impossible and/or damaging the
starter.
If cranking over 5 seconds fails to start
engine, return main switch to “ON”, and
ENGINE OPERATION 39
The key returns to the original position,

1 2 automatically.
N
7. Returns the Free accel lever to close
R
F
5 position.
8. Confirm warning lamp light up and
4 then go off after engine has started.
3 6
7
ENOF00870-0 1
1. Neutral (N)
2. Control lever
3. Fully open (Forward)
4. Fully open (Reverse)
5. Free throttle lever
6. Main switch key
7. Stop switch
ENON00035-A
Note ENOF00851-A
1. Warning lamp
The free throttle lever can not be raised
when the control lever shift is in Forward or 9. Check the cooling water from cooling
Reverse. water check port.
7
5. Turn the main switch key to ON posi-
tion. Then, continuously push the key
to operate the choke.
ENON00503-0
Note
Choke operation is not necessary if the
engine is warm.
ENOF01411-1
1
ENOM00042-A
2 Emergency starting
3
ENOW00099-A
4
WARNING
When the emergency starter rope is used
ENOF00871-A for starting engine;
z Start in gear protection does not work.
1. ON Be sure to shift is at neutral position.
2. START
Otherwise the engine will move the boat
3. OFF
4. Push to operate choke knob. immediately and cause personal injury.
z Be careful that your clothes or other
6. Stop pushing the key when the engine items do not get caught in the rotating
has started. engine parts.
40 ENGINE OPERATION
z To prevent accident and injury by rotat-

ing parts, do not re-attach flywheel 4. Insert the knotted end of the starter
cover and the top cowl after the engine
rope into the notch in the flywheel and
has been started.
z Do not pull starter rope if any bystander wind the rope around the flywheel sev-
is behind. The action can injure the eral turns clockwise.
bystander.
z Attach engine stop switch lanyard to
clothing or any part of body like arm
before starting engine.
1. Remove the top cowl.
ENOF01435-0
5. Tie a loop in the another end of the

emergency starter rope and attach
socket wrench that is included in the
7 ENOF00521-1
tool kit.
2. Remove starter lock cable from recoil
starter by loosening the screw for the
starter lock cable.
ENOF00527-0
ENOF01412-0
ENOW00860-0
3. Remove the bolts (3 pcs) and remove CAUTION

the recoil starter.
Be sure to keep the harness away from the
rotation parts.
6. Be sure to install the stop switch lock

to the stop switch, and attach the stop
or to the operator's PFD (Personal Flo-
tation Device.)
ENOF01434-0
ENGINE OPERATION 41
7. Set the control lever in the Neutral

position.
8. Pull the starter handle slowly until you
feel engagement, keep pulling till you
feel less resistance. Then pull it quickly.
9. After engine starts, do not reinstall fly-
1
wheel cover and top cowl.
ENOM00518-0
If the choke solenoid fails to ENOF00529-0
operate (EP and EPT type only) 1. Choke plate (closed position)
ENOM00043-A
2. Close the choke plate by finger. 3. Warming up the engine
3. Raise the Free accel lever a little.
ENOW00932-0
4. Turn the main switch key to start posi-
tion. CAUTION
5. Stop pushing the key when the engine Be sure to check that cooling water is
has started. coming out of the cooling water check port
during warm up.
7
6. Return the choke plate to open posi-
tion.
Warm the engine at low engine speeds for
about
3 minutes : above 5°C (41°F)
5 minutes at 2000 min-1 (rpm) : blow 5°C
(41°F)
This allows the lubricating oil to circulate to
all parts of the engine. Operating the
1 engine without warm up shortens the
engine's life.
ENOF00528-0
1. Choke plate (open position)
ENOF01411-1
42 ENGINE OPERATION
ENOM00044-0 ENOW00042-0
Engine speeds
Idling speed after warming up. WARNING
Remark: In case of cold engine starting, z Do not shift into Reverse during planing,
idling speed is increased about 400 min-1 or control will be lost leading to serious
(rpm) for several minutes. personal injury, boat may swamp, and/or
hull may be damaged.
Clutch in (In gear) Clutch off (Out of gear) z Do not shift into Reverse during cruis-
900 min-1 (rpm) 950 min-1 (rpm) ing, or control may be lost, falling down
or causing passenger(s) to be thrown
overboard. Leading to serious personal
injury, and steering system and/or shift-
ENOM00046-A
ing mechanism may be damaged.
4. Forward, reverse, and ENOW00861-0
acceleration
WARNING
ENOW00037-0
Do not shift at high boat speed, or control
WARNING may be lost, falling down or causing pas-
senger(s) to be thrown overboard. Leading
Before shifting into forward or reverse, to serious personal injury.
make sure that boat is properly moored
7 and outboard motor can be steered fully to ENOW00862-0
the right and left. Make sure that no swim-

mer(s) is ahead or astern of the boat. CAUTION
Gear and clutch damage may occur if shift-
ENOW00038-A
ing at high engine speed.
WARNING Engine must be in the slow idle position
before shifting is attempted.
z Attach other end of emergency stop
switch lanyard to the operator's PFD ENOW00863-0
(Personal Flotation device) or arm and

keep it attached during cruising. CAUTION
z Do not attach the tether to a part of Idle speed may be higher during warming
clothing that can be torn easily when up of engine. If shifted to Forward or
pulled. Reverse during warming up, it may be diffi-
z Arrange the tether so that will not be cult to shift back to neutral. In such case,
caught by any object when pulled. stop engine, shift to neutral, and restart
z Be careful not to pull the tether acciden- engine to warm up.
tally during cruising. Unintentional stop
of engine can cause loss of control of ENON00014-0
outboard motor. Rapid loss of engine Note
power can lead to falling down or caus-
ing passenger(s) to be thrown over- Frequent shifting to forward or reverse can
accelerate wear or degradation of parts. In
board.
such case, replace gear oil earlier than the
period specified.
ENGINE OPERATION 43
ENOW00864-0 2. When the engine reaches trolling (or

idling) speed, quickly pull the shift lever
CAUTION to the Reverse position.
Do not increase engine speed unnecessar- Acceleration
ily when the shift is in neutral and reverse, ENOW00867-0
or engine damage may occur.
WARNING
ENOM00890-A
Sudden acceleration and deceleration may
Tiller handle type cause passenger(s) to be thrown over-
board or falling down.
ENOW00867-0
Open throttle grip or control lever gradu-

WARNING
ally.
cause passenger(s) to be thrown over-
ENOW00865-A
CAUTION
Do not force to shift when the throttle grip
is not in the fully closed position, other- 7
wise, steering system and/or shifting
1
mechanism may be damaged. ENOF01119-0
1. Throttle grip
ENOM0900-0
Side mount RC type
N ENOW00867-0
R F 1 WARNING
ENOF00531-A
ENOW00865-A
1. Shift lever
Forward
CAUTION
1. Turn the throttle grip to reduce engine Do not force to shift when the throttle grip
speed. is not in the fully closed position, other-
wise, steering system and/or shifting
2. When the engine reaches trolling (or mechanism may be damaged.
idling) speed, quickly pull the shift lever
to the Forward position.
Reverse
1. Turn the throttle grip to reduce engine
speed.
44 ENGINE OPERATION
Acceleration
ENOW00867-A
7 CAUTION
8
2 N
1 F 3R Open throttle grip or control lever gradu-
6
ally.
7 5
4
N
F R
ENOF00877-0
1. Forward (F)
2. Neutral (N) 1
3. Reverse (R)
4. Fully open (Forward)
5. Fully open (Reverse)
6. Free throttle lever
7. Control lever
ENOF00879-0
7
8. Lock button
Forward 1. Control lever
1. Quickly push the control lever to the ENOM00049-A
Forward (F) position 32°, where the 5. Stopping the engine

gear is connected, while lifting up on
the lock button located under the con- ENOW00868-0
trol lever grip. WARNING

2. Further forward motion will open the
Be careful not to remove engine stop
throttle. switch lanyard from engine accidentally
Reverse while boat is running. Sudden stop of
1. Quickly pull the control lever to the engine can cause loss of steering control.
Reverse (R) position at 32°, where the It can also cause loss of boat speed, possi-
gear is connected, while lifting up on bly leading the crew(s) and or objects on
the boat to be thrown forward due to iner-
the lock button located under the con- tial force.
trol lever grip.
2. Further rearward motion will open the Tiller handle type
throttle. 1. Turn the throttle grip to the slow posi-
tion.
ENGINE OPERATION 45
N
F R
1 2
ENOF01107-0
1. Throttle grip ENOF00881-0
2. Turn the main switch key to the OFF

2. Put the shift lever in the Neutral posi- position or push the stop switch. ( Do
tion. not forget to turn the key off).
Run the engine for 2-3 minutes at
idling speed for cooling down if it has ON
been running at full speed.
START
OFF
3. Push the stop switch for a few sec-
onds to stop the engine. 2
7
ENOF00882-0
1
1. Control lever
2. Mine switch key
ENOW00869-0
WARNING
2
After stopping the engine:
ENOF00569-1
z Close the air vent screw on the fuel tank
1. Stop Switch cap.
Side mount RC type z Disconnect the fuel connector of the
1. Put the control lever in the Neutral engine and the fuel tank.
z Disconnect the battery cord, after each
position and run the engine for 2-3
use.
minutes at idling speed for cooling
down if it has been running at full Emergency engine stopping
speed. Remove stop switch lock to stop the
engine.
46 ENGINE OPERATION
ENOF00891-0
2 ENOM00920-0
ENOF00569-C 6. Steering
ENOW00870-0
WARNING
Sudden steering may cause passenger(s)
to be thrown overboard or falling down.
1
Tiller handle type
2 Right turn
ENOF00884-0
Move the tiller handle to the left
7 1. Stop switch
2. Stop switch lock
Left turn
Move the tiller handle to the right.
ENOM00910-0
Spare emergency stop switch lock
A spare emergency stop switch lock is
provided in the tool bag.
When used as described, the emergency
stop switch clip and emergency stop
switch lanyard system stops the engine if
the operator falls away from the controls.
When an operator falls into water, be sure
to use emergency stop switch lock of the
spare.
ENOF00892-0
Be sure to confirm the spare stop switch
lock is in the tool bag before begin to oper-
Remote control type
Right turn
ate.
Turn the steering wheel to the right.
Left turn
Turn the steering wheel to the left.
ENGINE OPERATION 47
ate the switch during cruising, or control

of boat may be lost.
The trim angle of the outboard motor can

be adjusted to suit the transom angle of
the hull, and load conditions. Choose an
appropriate trim angle that will allow the
anti-ventilation plate to run parallel to the
water surface during operation.
ENOM00052-0
ENOF00893-0
Proper trim angle
The position of the thrust rod is correct if
ENOM00050-0
the hull is horizontal during operation.
7. Trim angle
ENOW00043-A 1
WARNING
z Adjust the trim angle when the engine is
stopped. 7
z Do not put hand or finger in between
ENOF00051-1
outboard motor body and clamp bracket
when adjusting trim angle to prevent 1. Perpendicular to the water surface
injury in case the outboard motor body
falls. ENOM00053-A
z Unsuitable trim position can cause loss Improper trim angle (bow rises too
of control of boat. When testing a trim high)
position, run boat slow initially to see if it Set the thrust rod (or priset knob) lower if
can be controlled safely. the bow of the boat rises above horizontal.
ENOW00044-0
WARNING
Excessive trim up or down may lead to
unstable boat operation, potentially caus-
ing the steering difficulty that leads to acci-
dent during cruising.
z Do not cruise at high speed if improper ENOF00052-0
trim position is suspected. Stop the boat
and readjust trim angle before continu-
ENOM00054-0
ing cruise.
Improper trim angle (bow dips into the
z For outboard motor model with PTT water)
switch on the bottom cowl, do not oper-
Set the thrust rod (or priset knob) higher if
the bow of the boat is below horizontal.
48 ENGINE OPERATION
Trim angle adjustment (Manual tilt MF,

EF type)
The transom angle adjustment
1. Stop the engine.
2. Shift into neutral.
3. Raise the outboard motor to the tilt up
position.
ENOF00053-0 4. Change the thrust rod position as fol-
lowing picture.
2 1
1
3
2
4 3
4 3
2
7
ENOF00532-0
ENOF01238-1
1. Thrust rod
1. Push in
2. Preset knob
2. Rise the stopper
3. Higher
3. Pull out
4. Lower
5. Reinstall the thurst rod securely.
6. Gentry lower the outboard.
Trim angle adjustment (Manual tilt RC

type)
The transom angle adjustment
1. Stop the engine
1 2. Shift into forward.
2
3. Raise the outboard motor to the tilt up
position.
3
ENOF00674-B
1. Thrust rod
2. Higher
3. Lower
Remark: Thrust rod is for MF and EF, and

preset knob is for EP.
ENGINE OPERATION 49
4. Change the trim lock pin position as 1. Trim lock pin

2. Higher
following picture. 3. Lower
5. Reinstall the tilt lock pin securely.

6. Operate the Power Tilt switch and
lower the outboard.
1
ENOM00060-A
2
3 2 8. Tilt up and down
4
ENOW00055-0
ENOF01425-0
1. Preset knob WARNING
2. Pull
3. Higher Do not tilt up or down outboard motor
4. Lower when swimmer(s) or passenger is near to
prevent them from being caught between
5. Reinstall preset knob securely. outboard motor body and clamp bracket in
6. Gentry lower the outboard. case the outboard motor body falls.
Trim angle adjustment (Power tilt

ENOW00048-0
7
type) WARNING
The transom angle adjustment When tilting up or down, be careful not to
1. Stop the engine place your hand between the swivel
2. Operate the Power Tilt switch and bracket and the stern bracket.
raise the outboard motor to the tilt up Be sure to tilt the outboard motor down
slowly.
position.
3. Lock the tilt with the Tilt stopper. ENOW00056-A
4. Change the trim lock pin position as

following picture.
WARNING
When tilting up outboard motor with fuel
joint for over a few minutes, be sure to dis-
connect fuel hose, or fuel may leak, poten-
tially catching fire.
2
ENOW00057-0
1 3
CAUTION
Do not tilt up outboard motor while engine
operates, or no cooling water may be fed,
leading to engine seizure due to overheat-
ing.
ENOF01426-0
50 ENGINE OPERATION
ENON00921-0
lever toward you to release the tilt-lock.
Note
Then lower the motor slowly.
Before tilting the outboard motor up, after
stopping the motor leave it in the running
position for about a minute to allow water to 1
drain from inside the engine.
ENOM00062-A
Manual Tilt type 2
Tilt up
With the shift lever in Neutral or Forward,
fully tilt the motor up toward you by hold-
ing the tilt handle provide at the rear of the 3
top cowl. Then slightly lower the motor for ENOF00545-1
locking in the up position.

1. Tilt lever
2. Tilt up position
3. Tilt down position
N ENOM00564-0
Manual Tilt RC type
7 Tilt up
1. Put the control lever to the Forward (F)
position.
ENOF00543-1
N
F R
1
1
2 ENOF00879-0
1. Control lever
3
2. Tilt the outboard motor all the way up
ENOF00544-0
until it is in tilted - up position.
1. Tilt lever
2. Tilt up position
3. Shalow water operating position
ENOM00063-A
Tilt down
Slightly tilt the motor up, and pull the tilt
ENGINE OPERATION 51
2. Lift up the outboard motor slightly until

it is in Release position, and then out-
board motor tilted down.
JNOF01403-1
1
1. Tilt up position
JNOF01406-1
1. Tilt release position

3. Set the knob to Lock position, then
secure the tilt locking. ENOM00069-B
Power Tilt type
Tilt up
1. Operate the Power Tilt switch and tilt
the outboard motor up.
2. Lock the tilt with the Tilt stopper after
1 the outboard motor has been tilted up
Tilt down
7
1. Release the tilt stopper from the set-up
position while slightly tilting up out-
2 board motor.
JNOF01404-0 2. Operate the Power Tilt switch and tilt
1. LOCK the outboard motor down until the
2. UN-LOCK
motor touches to the thrust rod.
Tilt down
UP
1. Set the knob to Unlock position.
DN
1
DN UP
2 ENOF00067-B
JNOF01405-0
1. LOCK
2. UN-LOCK
52 ENGINE OPERATION
board motor will tilt up when operated in

reverse.
ENOW00873-0
1
WARNING
Before opening the manual relief valve,
make sure nobody is under the outboard
motor. If the outboard motor is in the tilted
up position, it will tilt down suddenly if the
manual relief valve is loosened in the "Man-
ual" direction.
ENOF01413-0
1. Tilt stopper
The outboard motor can also be tilted up

and down using the switch provided on
the bottom cowl.
UP
7
1
DN
ENOF00539-0
2 ENOF00326-0
It is possible to tilt up or down in spite of
1. Power
main switch “ON” or “OFF”. 2. Manual
ENOM00940-0 ENOM00068-A
Manual relief valve

If the battery is dead, and the power tilt
9. Shallow water operation
switch thus inoperative, open the manual
ENOW00051-0
valve completely in the Manual direction.
This will allow manual tilting of the out- WARNING
board motor. During shallow water operation, be careful
ENOW00872-0 not to place your hand between the swivel
bracket and the clamp bracket. Be sure to
WARNING tilt the outboard motor down slowly.
Make sure the manual relief valve is closed
before operating the outboard motor. If the
manual relief valve is not closed, the out-
ENGINE OPERATION 53
ENOW00053-0
1
CAUTION
While in shallow water drive position, do
not operate the outboard motor in Reverse.
Operate the outboard motor at slow speed
and keep the cooling water intake sub-
merged.
ENOW00054-A
CAUTION
Do not overtilt outboard motor when driv-
2
ing shallow water, or air may be sucked
through water inlet, potentially leading to ENOF00549-0
engine overheating. 1. Tilt lever

2. Shallow water running position
ENOM00541-A
Manual tilt type (EP type)

Shallow water running position
1. Stop the engine. 7
2. Shift the outboard into forward.
3. Tilt the outboard up to one of the shal-
1
low water positions.
ENOF01144-A
1. Water inlet
1
Manual tilt type (MF, EF type)

Shallow water running position:
1. With the shift lever in Neutral or For-
ward, tilt the motor up slowly by about
40° and then lower the tilt lever for set-
ting at the shallow water running posi-
tion.
ENOF00550-1
Return to normal running position: 1. Shallow water drive position
2. Tilt the motor up fully and then return
the motor down slowly to the normal Return to normal running
running position. position
1. Stop the engine.
2. Tilt the outboard up to the tilt release
position.
54 ENGINE OPERATION
3. Gently lower the outboard.
ENOF00551-1
1. Tilt release position
ENOM00069-A
Power Tilt type
1. Operate the Power Tilt switch and tilt
the outboard motor up into desired
shallow water running position.
7
DN UP
ENOF00343-A
UP
DN
ENOF00067-0
55
REMOVING AND CARRYING THE OUTBOARD MOTOR
ENOM00070-C Fuel leakage is a fire or explosion hazard,
1. Removing the outboard motor which can cause serious injury or death.
ENOW00065-0
ENOW00064-0
CAUTION WARNING
Close air vent screw of fuel tank before
Engine may be hot immediately after oper-
carrying or storing outboard motor and fuel
ating and could cause burns if touched.
tank, or fuel may leak, potentially catching
Allow engine to cool down before attempt-
fire.
ing to carry the outboard.
ENOW00066-0
1. Stop the engine.
2. Disconnect the fuel connector, the CAUTION
remote control cables and the battery z Do not give a shock to an outboard
cords from the outboard motor. motor during transportation. It becames
3. Remove the outboard motor from boat a cause of breakage.
and completely drain the water from z Do not carry or store outboard motor in
any of positions described below.
the gear case.
Otherwise, engine damage or property
damage could result from leaking oil.
ENOF01414-1
ENOF01407-1
Keep the outboard motor in a vertical posi-
tion when carrying.
ENOM00071-A
The optional outboard motor stand is rec-
2. Carrying the outboard motor ommended for keeping the outboard
motor vertical both during transport and
ENOW00933-0
storage.
WARNING
Be sure to disconnect fuel connector
except when operating engine.
56 REMOVING AND CARRYING THE OUTBOARD MOTOR
Fuel leakage is a fire or explosion hazard,

which can cause serious injury or death.
ENOF00075-1
ENOW00068-0
WARNING
Close air vent screw of fuel tank and fuel
ENOF01416-1 cock before carrying or storing outboard
ENON00021-A motor and fuel tank, or fuel may leak,
Note potentially catching fire.
z If the outboard motor must be laid down ENOW00071-0

be sure drain the fuel and engine oil,
then the port side faces down as shown CAUTION
in the drawing above.
The tilt support device supplied on your
z Elevate power unit 2 inches to 4 inches if
outboard motor is not intended for towing.
traveling to avoid oil spillage.
It is intended to support the outboard
motor while the boat is docked, beached,
8 etc.
When transporting a boat on a trailer with

the outboard motor still attached, discon-
nect the fuel line from the outboard motor
ENOF01415-0
beforehand and keep the outboard motor
ENOM00072-A
in the normal running position or on a tran-
3. Traillering som saver bar.
ENOW00072-0
Tiller handle type
CAUTION To prevent the outboard motor from mov-
ing when it is attached on a boat during
Trailering in the tilted position may cause
damage to the outboard motor, boat, etc. transport on a trailer, properly tighten the
steering friction lever (page 58).
ENOW00073-A
WARNING
Be sure to disconnect fuel connector
REMOVING AND CARRYING THE OUTBOARD MOTOR 57
2 1
ENOF00073-A
1. Ground clearance should be provided sufficiently.
2. Transom saver bar
ENOW00067-0
WARNING
Do not go under outboard motor tilted up
even if it is supported by support bar, or
accidental fall of outboard motor could
lead to severe personal injury.
8
58
ADJUSTMENT
ENOM00073-0 EENOM00074-A
1. Steering friction 2. Throttle grip friction
Tiller handle type ENOW00074-B
ENOW00074-B WARNING
WARNING Do not overtighten the throttle adjustment
screw or it could result in difficulty of
Do not overtighten the steering friction
movement resulting in the loss of control
lever it could result in difficulty of move-
causing an accident and could lead to
ment resulting in the loss of control caus-
severe injury.
ing an accident and could lead to severe
injury. Friction adjustment of the throttle grip can
Adjust this lever to achieve the desired be made with the throttle adjustment
steering friction (drag) on the tiller handle. screw.
Move lever towards (2) to decrease friction
and move lever towards (3) to increase 2 1
friction.
EF, MF type
1 3 ENOF00330-0
1. Increase
2. Decrease
3. Throttle friction adjustment screw
ENOM00075-0
2 3
9 3. Remote control lever friction
ENOF01417-0
1. Steering friction lever EP, EPT type

2. Increase ENOW00074-C
3. Decrease
WARNING
EFT type
Do not overtighten the remote control
1 throttle friction adjustment screw or it
could result in difficulty of movement
resulting in the loss of control causing an
accident and could lead to severe injury.
To adjust the friction of the remote control

3 2 lever, turn the throttle friction adjustment
screw on the front of the remote control.
Turn clockwise to increase the friction and
ENOF01418-0
counter-clockwise to decrease it.
1. Steering friction lever
2. Decrease
3. Increase
ADJUSTMENT 59
Side mount type the anti-ventilation plate.

z If the boat veers toward the left direct
the trim tab towards A (left from rear of
boat).
z If the boat veers toward the right direct
the trim tab towards B (right from rear of
2 3 boat).
1 ENOF00078-0
1. Throttle friction adjustment screw

2. Decrease
3. Increase
ENOM00076-0
4. Trim tab adjustment

ENOW00076-0
WARNING
z Be sure that outboard motor is secured 1 1
ENOF00912-A
to transom or service stand, or acciden-
tal drop or fall of outboard motor could 1. Trim tab
lead to severe personal injury. ENON00022-A
z Be sure to lock outboard motor if it is Notes
tilted up, or accidental fall of outboard
motor could lead to severe personal
z After adjustment securely tighten the
trim tab fixing bolt.
9
injury.
z Check for looseness of the bolt and the
z Do not go under outboard motor tilted
trim tab at regular intervals.
up and locked, or accidental fall of out-
board motor could lead to severe per-
sonal injury.
ENOW00075-0
WARNING
Inappropriate adjustment of trim tab could
cause steering difficulty. After installing or
readjusting trim tab, check if steering fic-
tion is even.
If straight-line cruising can not be

achieved, adjust the trim tab located under
60
INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE
ENOM00077-0
Care of your outboard motor
To keep your outboard motor in the best
operating condition, it is very important
that you perform daily and periodic main-
tenance as suggested in the maintenance
schedules that follow.
ENOW00077-0
CAUTION
z Your personal safety and that of your
passengers depends on how well you
maintain your outboard motor. Carefully
observe all of the inspection and mainte-
nance procedures described in this sec-
tion.
z The maintenance intervals shown in the
checklist apply to an outboard motor in
normal use. If you use your outboard
motor under severe conditions such as
frequent full-throttle operation, frequent
operation in brackish water, or for com-
mercial use, maintenance should be per-
formed at shorter intervals. If in doubt,
consult your dealer for advice.
z We strongly recommend that you use
only genuine replacement parts on your
outboard motor. Damage to your out-
board motor arising from the use of
other than genuine parts is not covered
under the warranty.
10
INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE 61
ENOM00551-0
1. Daily Inspection
Perform the following checks before and ENOW00078-0
after use. WARNING

Do not use outboard motor if any abnor-
mality is found during pre-operation check
or it could result in severe damage to the
motor or severe personal injury.
Item Points to Check Remedy

• Check the amount of fuel in the tank. Replenish
Fuel System • Check for debris or water in the fuel filters. Clean or Replace
• Check the rubber hoses for fuel leakage. Replace
• Check for crack, leakage, damage in the fuel tank cap. Replace
• Check for crack, damage in the gasket and tether. Replace
Fuel Tank Cap
• Check for leakage at full close. Replace
• Check for ratchet performance. Replace
• Check the oil level. Fill to the upper level mark
Engine Oil
on dipstick
• Check that the main switch functions normally. Replace
• Check that the battery electrolyte level and specific gravity are Replenish or recharge
normal.
Electrical • Check for loose connections on the battery terminal. Retighten
Equipment • Check that the stop switch functions normally and make sure Remedy or replace
the lock plate is there.
• Check cords for loose connections and damage. Correct or replace
• Check the spark plugs for dirt, wear and carbon build-up. Clean or replace
Throttle Sys- • Check carburetor linkage is working normally when turning the Correct
tem throttle grip.
10
• Check the rope for wear and chafing. Replace
Recoil Starter
• Check the ratchet engagement. Correct or replace
• Check that clutch engages correctly when operating the shift Adjust
Clutch and lever.
Propeller Sys-
• Visually Check propeller for bent or damaged blades. Replace
tem
• Check the propeller nut is tightened and the split pin is present.
Installation of • Check all the bolts attaching the motor to the boat. Tighten
Motor • Check the thrust rod installation.
• Check that cooling water is discharged from the cooling water Repair
Cooling Water
check port after the engine has started.
• Check that there are tools and spare parts for replacing spark
Tools and
plugs, the propeller, etc.
Spares
• Check that you have the spare rope.
Steering • Check the operation of the steering handle. Repair
Devices
• Check if the anode is securely installed. Repair if necessary
Other parts
• Check the anode for corrosion and deformation. Replace
62 INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE
ENOM00081-A ENON00024-0
Oil level checking Note
If the oil level is low, or too high, the life of The oil level should be checked when the
the engine will be shortened significantly. engine is cold.
1. Stop the engine and set it in a vertical
ENON00025-0
position. Note
2. Remove the top cowl. Consult with an authorized dealer if the
3. Remove the dipstick after 5 minutes engine oil is milky color, or appears contam-
engine has stopped. inated.
4. Wipe oil off the oil dipstick with a clean
rag. ENOM00082-A
Engine oil replenishing
5. Put in the dipstick.
ENOW00079-A
6. Take out the dipstick and check the oil
level. CAUTION
7. Return the dipstick. z Do not add engine oil of brand and grade
other than existing one. In case engine
oil of other brand or grade is added,
drain all oil and ask dealer for treatment.
z In case other than engine oil such as
gasoline is put in the oil chamber, empty
the chamber and ask dealer for treat-
ment.
z When replenishing engine oil, be careful
1 not to allow entry of foreign matters
such as dust and water into oil chamber.
z Wipe off engine oil well immediately if
2 spilled and dispose of it in accordance
with local fire prevention and environ-
ENOF01419-0
ment protection regulations.
10 1. Filler cap
2. Dipstick
z Do not replenish engine oil over upper
limit. If overfilled, remove oil to upper
limit. If engine oil is over the upper limit,
it can leak potentially leading to engine
damage.
If the oil level is low, or at lowest mark, add

recommended oil to the middle dipstick
mark.
1
2 ENOF00081-0
1. Upper level 800 mL

2. Lower level 600 mL
level, use fresh water to remove salt,

chemicals or mud from exterior and cool-
ing water passage after every cruising or
before storing outboard motor for long
time. Before flushing, remove the propeller
and the forward thrust holder.
ENOM00085-A
Flushing attachment
ENOW00922-0
ENOF01409-0
CAUTION
ENOM00083-0
To prevent the engine from starting when
Washing outboard motor you are near the propeller, remove the stop
ENOW00081-0 switch lock.
WARNING
Do not start engine without removing pro- 1. Tilt down the outboard motor.
peller, or accidentally turning propeller 2. Remove the water plug from the gear
could cause personal injury. case, and screw in the flushing attach-
ENOW00082-0
ment.
3. Connect a water hose. Turn on the
WARNING water and adjust the flow (Be sure to
Never start or operate the engine indoors seal the water inlet, located in the gear
or in any space which is not well ventilated. case with tape).
Exhaust gas contains carbon monoxide, a
4. Put the shift lever in the neutral position
colorless and odorless gas which can be
fatal if inhaled for any length of time. and start the engine.
Continue flushing the outboard motor
for 3 to 5 minutes at idling.
10
ENOW00920-0
CAUTION 5. Stop the engine and water supply.

Remove the flushing attachment and
When washing the outboard motor, be
careful not to spray the water inside of the
tape. After the flushing, be sure to reat-
top cowl, especially electrical components. tach the water plug.
ENON00026-0
Note
It is recommended to check chemical prop-
erties of water on which your outboard
motor is regularly used.
If outboard motor is used in salt water,

brackish water or water with a high acidic
1
3
1
1
2
ENOF00863-0
ENOF01420-0 1. Test tank
2. Water
1. Flushing attachment (option)
3. Over 10 cm (4 in.)
ENOM00085-A
Flushing by test tank
ENOW00081-0 ENOM00950-0
Fuse replacement (For electrical
WARNING sytarter type)
Do not start engine without removing pro- ENOW00923-0
peller, or accidentally turning propeller

could cause personal injury.
CAUTION
Before replacing a fuse, disconnect the
ENOW00082-0
battery cable from the battery negative (-)
terminal. Failure to do so may cause a
WARNING short-circuit.
Never start or operate the engine indoors
or in any space which is not well ventilated. ENOW00924-0
Exhaust gas contains carbon monoxide, a

colorless and odorless gas which can be
CAUTION
10 fatal if inhaled for any length of time. Never use a fuse with a rating that exceeds
the specified rating as this could cause
ENOW00036-A
serious damage to the electrical system.
CAUTION
When the engine is started in the test tank, If a blown fuse is detected, try to deter-
to avoid over heating and water pump mine the cause for this and correct it. If the
damage, be sure the water level is at least cause for the problem is not corrected, the
10 cm (4 in.) above the anti ventilation
plate.
fuse will likely blow again.
And be sure to remove the propeller, when If the fuse continues to blow, request an
starting the engine in the test tank. (See authorized Tohatsu dealer to inspect the
page 71) outboard motor.
Run the engine only at idling.
1. Stop the engine and disconnect the

battery cable from the battery negative
(-) terminal.
2. Remove the engine cover.
3. Remove the fuse box lid.
4. Remove the fuse and check it. If the
fuse is blown, replace it with a fuse of
the same specified rating. The out-
board motor is supplied with spare
fuses in the spare fuse holder.
ENOF01421-0
1. Blown fuse
10
ENOM00555-0
2. Periodic Inspection
It is important to inspect and maintain your outboard motor regularly. At each interval on
the chart below, be sure to perform the indicated servicing.
Maintenance intervals should be determined according to the number of hours or number
of months, whichever comes first.
Inspection intervals
Description First 20 Every 50 Every 100 Every 200 Inspection procedure Remarks
hours of 1 hours of 3 hours of 6 hours of 1
month months months year
Carburetor*1 z z Strip, Clean, and adjust.

Check and clean or Replace if neces-
Fuel filter z z z z
sary.
Piping/Hoses z z z z Check and Replace if necessary.
Fuel System Fuel tank z z z Check and Replace if necessary.
Fuel tank cap z z z z Check and Replace if necessary.
Check and Replace if necessary.
Fuel pump*1 z z z z Disassemble and check each 300
hours.
Check gaps. 0.8–0.9 mm
Spark plug z z z
Ignition Remove carbon deposits or Replace. (0.031–0.035 in)
Ignition timing*1 z z z Check timing.
Starter rope z z z z Check for wear or chafing
Starting Sys- Check for salt deposits and the battery
Starter Motor*1 z z
tem cable condition.
Battery z z z z Check installation, fluid quantity, gravity.
Replace Replace Replace
Engine oil z z z
Replace if necessary.
IN:
0.13–0.17 mm
(0.0051–0.0067 in)
Valve Clearance*1 z z z Check & adjust.
Engine EX:
10 0.18–0.22 mm
(0.0071–0.0087 in)
Timing Belt*1 z z Check and Replace if necessary.
Thermostat*1 z z Check and Replace if necessary.
Propeller z z z z Check for bent blades, damage, wear.
Replace Replace Replace Change or replenish-oil and check for 320 mL
Gear oil z
Lower Unit z z z water leaks. (10.8 fl.oz.)
Replace impeller
Water pump*1 z z z Check for wear or damage.
every 12 months.
Bolts and Nuts z z z z Retighten
Sliding and Rotating Parts.
z z z z Apply and pump in grease.
Grease Nipples
Outer Equipment z z z z Check for corrosion.
Replace if neces-
Anode z z z Check for corrosion and deformation.
sary.
*1: Have this handled by your dealer.
ENON00030-0
Note
Your outboard motor should receive careful, and complete inspection at 300 hours. This is the best
time for major maintenance procedures to be carried out.
ENOM00091-A ENOW00933-0
Engine oil replacement
ENOW00091-0
CAUTION
Engine oil mixed with dust or water will
CAUTION dramatically shorten the life of the engine.
You may be injured due to high engine
temperatures if you fill engine oil just after To change engine oil:
stopping. Changing engine oil should be Be sure to use recommended engine oil
done after the engine has been cooled. (see page 13).
1. Stop the engine and allow it to cool.
ENOW00092-A
2. Tilt up the outboard motor and lock the
CAUTION tilt with the tilt stopper.
z Do not overfill engine oil, or engine oil 3. Turn the steering on the outboard
could leak and/or engine could be dam- motor so that the drain hole is facing
aged. If engine oil level is over upper downward.
limit marks of oil gauge, drain oil to level
4. Put a oil drain pan under the oil drain
lower than upper limit.
z Be sure that outboard motor is in upright screw.
and level position when checking or 5. Remove the oil drain screw and com-
changing oil. pletely drain oil from the engine.
z Stop engine immediately if low oil pres-
sure warning lamp is lit or oil leak is
found, or engine could be severely dam-
aged. Consult dealer.
z Wipe off engine oil well immediately if 1
spilled and dispose of it in accordance 10
ENOW00090-0
CAUTION
ENOF01422-1
Use of engine oils that do not meet these
1. Drain hole
requirements will result in reduced engine
life, and other engine problems. 6. Tighten the oil drain screw with apply-
ing oil on the sealing surface of screw.
(Use new oil drain washer)
Oil drain screw specified torque
24N·m (17 ft·lb, 2.4 kgf·m)
ENON00028-A
Note
If a torque-wrench is not available when you
are fitting a oil filter, a good estimate of the
correct torque is 3/4 to 1 a turn past finger-
tight. Have the oil filter adjusted to the cor-
rect torque as soon as possible with a
torque-wrench.
1
7. Reset the engine in a vertical position.
ENOF00113-0
8. Repeat 3 to 7 procedures two or three 2
1. Upper limit (Max.)
times to drain the oil completely. 2. Lower limit (Min.)
9. Remove the top cowl and the oil filler ENON00920-0
cap. Note
10. Fill the engine through filler port with Use only recommended engine oil (See
page 13)
recommended oil (see chart below) to
the middle of dipstick mark.
11. Tighten the oil filler cap.
10W−40
10W−30
-30 -20 -10 0 10 20 30 40 ˚C

1 -22 -4 14 32 50 68 86 96 ˚F
ENOF00208-0
3 Oil volume needed for complete oil replace-

ment
With oil filter replace- Without oil filter
2
10
ment replacement
ENOF01423-0 800 mL(27 fl.oz.)
ENOW00925-0
1. Filler cap
2. Dipstick
3. Filler port CAUTION
Wipe off engine oil well immediately if
spilled and dispose of it in accordance with
local fire prevention and environment pro-
tection regulations.
ENON00031-0
Note
z If any amount of water is found in engine
oil, making it milky white, consult dealer.
z If engine oil is contaminated with fuel,

emitting strong fuel smell, consult dealer.
z Some oil dilution is normal if engine is
idled or trolled for long periods, espe-
cially in cooler water temperatures.
ENOM00093-A
Fuel filters and fuel tank cleaning
ENOW00093-A
1
WARNING
ENOF00560-0
Gasoline and its vapors are very flammable
and can be explosive. 1. Fuel filter
z Do not start this procedure while engine
is operating or hot even after stopping it.
z Place fuel filter away from every source
of ignition such as sparks or open
flames.
z Wipe off gasoline well immediately if
spilled and dispose of it in accordance
z Install fuel filter with all related parts in
place, or fuel leak could occur, leading
to catching fire or explosion.
z Check fuel system regularly for leakage.
z Contact authorized dealer for fuel sys-
tem services. Services by unqualified
person could lead to engine damage.
Fuel filters are provided inside the fuel tank

and engine.
10
ENOM00094-0
Fuel filter (for engine)
1. Replace the fuel filter provided inside of
engine cover if there is water or dirt
inside.
ENOM00096-A z Be sure to lock outboard motor if it is

Fuel filter (for fuel tank) tilted up, or accidental fall of outboard
Water or dirt in the fuel tank will cause motor could lead to severe personal
engine performance problems. injury.
Check and clean the tank at specified z Do not go under outboard motor tilted
up and locked, or accidental fall of out-
times or after the outboard motor has
board motor could lead to severe per-
been stored for a long period of time (over sonal injury.
three months).
1. Remove the fuel pickup elbow of the 1. Tilt down the outboard motor.
fuel tank by turning it counterclockwise 2. Remove the oil plugs (lower and
2. Clean the fuel filter and check the O- upper), and completely drain the gear
ring. Replace it if necessary. oil into a pan.
3. Reassemble all parts.
ENOF01424-0
3. Insert the oil tube nozzle into the lower

oil plug hole, and fill with gear oil by
squeezing the oil tube until oil flows out
10 of the upper plug hole and bubbles is
ENOF01226-0
disappeared to remove the air.
1. Fuel pick up ENON00033-0
2. Filter Note
ENOM00098-A
Use genuine gear oil or the recommended
Gear oil replacement one (API GL-5: SAE #80 to #90).
Required volume: approx. 320 mL (10.8
ENOW00094-0
fl.oz.).
WARNING
z Be sure that outboard motor is secured
tal drop or fall of outboard motor could
lead to severe personal injury.
fire prevention and environment protection

regulations.
ENON00032-0
Note
If water in the oil, giving it a milky colored
appearance. Contact your dealer.
ENON00033-0
Note
Use genuine gear oil or the recommended
one (API GL-5: SAE #80 to #90).
Required volume: approx. 320 mL (10.8
fl.oz.).
ENOF01430-0
4. Install the upper oil plug, and then ENOM00086-A
remove oil tube nozzle and install the Propeller replacement

lower oil plug. ENOW00084-0
ENOW00095-0
WARNING
CAUTION z Do not begin propeller removal and
Do not reuse oil plug gasket. Always use installation procedure with spark plug
new gasket and tighten oil plug properly to c a p s a t t a c h e d , s h i f t i n f o r w a rd o r
prevent entry of water into lower unit. reverse, main switch at other than
“OFF”, engine stop switch lock attached
to the switch, and starter key attached,
or engine could accidentally start lead-
ing to serious personal injury. Discon-
nect battery cable if possible.
z The propeller edge is thin and sharp.
Wear the groves during replacement to
protect your hands.
10
ENOW00086-0
CAUTION
z Do not install propeller without thrust
holder, or propeller boss could be dam-
ENOF01431-0
aged.
z Do not reuse split pin.
ENOW00928-0
z After installing split pin, spread the pin
apart to prevent it from falling out which
CAUTION could lead to the propeller coming off
Wipe off gear oil well immediately if spilled during operation.
and dispose of it in accordance with local
A worn-out or bent propeller will lower the
motor's performance, and cause engine 6. Tighten the propeller nut to specified
trouble. torque, and align one of grooves to
1. Put a piece of wood block between propeller shaft hole.
propeller blade and anti-ventilation Propeller nut torque:
plate to hold propeller. 12 N·m(9 ft·lb, 1.2kgf·m)
7. Install a new split pin into the nut hole
and bend it.
ENOF00084-D
ENOF00084-B
ENOM00087-A
2. Remove the split pin, propeller nut and Spark plugs replacement
washer. ENOW00087-0
3. Remove the propeller and thrust WARNING

holder.
z Do not reuse spark plug with damaged
4. Apply water proof grease to the pro- insulation, or sparks can leak through
peller shaft before installing a new pro- crack, potentially leading to electric
peller. shock, explosion and/or fire.
5. Install the thrust holder, propeller, z Do not touch spark plugs immediately
after stopping engine as they will be hot
stopper, washer and propeller nut onto
and could cause severe bur ns if
the shaft. touched. Allow motor to cool down first.
1
10 2 34 ENOW00929-0
CAUTION
Use only the recommended spark plugs.
5 Spark plugs which have an different heat
range may cause engine damage.
If the spark plug(s) is fouled, has carbon

ENOF01432-0
build up, or is worn, it should be replaced.
1. Propeller
2. Thrust holder
When reusing spark plugs, remove dirt
3. Washer from the electrodes and adjust spark gap
4. Propeller nut
5. Split pin
to specification.
1. Stop the engine.

2. Remove the top cowl. the correct torque as soon as possible with
a torque-wrench.
3. Remove the spark plug caps.
4. Remove the spark plugs by turning it
counter-clockwise, using a 5/8" (16
mm) socket wrench and handle that is
provided in tool bag.
5. Inspect the spark plug. Replace the
spark plug if the electrodes are worn or
i f t h e i n s u l a t o r s a re c r a c k e d o r
chipped.
6. Measure the spark plug electrode gap
with a wire type feeler gauge. The gap
ENOF01427-0
should be 0.8-0.9 mm (0.031-0.035
inches). If the gap is different, replace
the spark plug with a new one
Use spark plug NGK DCPR-6E.
1
2 ENOF00085-0
1. Electrode
2. Spark gap (0.8–0.9 mm, 0.031–0.035 in)
7. Install the spark plug by hand and turn

it carefully to avoid cross-threading.
8. Tighten the spark plug to the specified
10
torque.
ENON00028-0
Note
z Spark plug torque:
18.0 N·m (13.3 ft·lb) [1.84 kgf·m]
If a torque-wrench is not available when you
are fitting a spark plug, a good estimate of
the correct torque is 1/4 to 1/2 a turn past
finger-tight. Have the spark plug adjusted to
ENOM00088-A
Anode replacement
A sacrificial anode protects the outboard motor from electrolytic corrosion. Anode is
located on the gear case, cylinder etc.. When the anode is eroded more than 1/3 of origi-
nal size, replace it.
ENON00029-0
Notes
z Never grease or paint the anode.
z At each inspection re-tighten the anode attaching bolt. As it is likely to be subjected to electrolytic
corrosion.
*2
10
*1
ENOF01428-0
*1 : Only for Power tilt model

*2 : Remove CD unit to access the anode.
ENOM00089-B
Recommended oil
Power Tilt oil checking Use an automatic transmission fluid or
ENOW00088-0
equivalent.
WARNING Recommended oils are as shown below.
ATF Dexron III
z Be sure that outboard motor is secured
tal drop or fall of outboard motor could Air purging from the Power Trim and
lead to severe personal injury. Tilt unit.
z Be sure to lock outboard motor if it is Entrapped air in the Power Tilt unit will
tilted up, or accidental fall of outboard
cause poor tilting movement and
motor could lead to severe personal
injury. increased noise.
z Do not go under outboard motor tilted 1. With the outboard motor mounted on
up and locked, or accidental fall of out- the boat, set the manual release valve
board motor could lead to severe per- to the Manual side, and tilt the out-
sonal injury.
board motor manually up/down 5-6
ENOW00089-A times while checking the oil level.
2. When done, close the valve by turning
CAUTION it clockwise towards the Power side.
Do not unscrew the oil cap with the out-
board motor tilted down. Pressurized oil in
the oil tank may spurt out.
Check the oil level in the reservoir tank

while the tank is kept in a vertical position.
1. Tilt the outboard motor up and lock the
tilt with the tilt stopper.
2. Remove the oil cap by turning counter
clockwise, then check if the oil level
reaches the bottom line of the plug
hole.
1 10
1
2 ENOF00326-0
2
1. POWER
2. MANUAL
ENOF00558-0
1. Oil cap
2. Oil level
ENOM00960-0
Grease point
Apply water proof grease to the parts shown below.
10
ENOF01429-0
ENOM00100-A
2. Remove the fuel hose from the out-
3. Off-season storage board motor.
3. Drain all fuel from the fuel hoses, fuel
ENOW00934-0
pump and carburetor (See page 79),
WARNING and clean these parts.
Keep in mind that if gasoline is kept in
z Be sure to disconnect fuel connector
the carburetor for a long time, gum
z Fuel leakage is a fire or explosion haz- and varnish will develop, causing the
ard, which can cause serious injury or float valve to stick, restricting the fuel
death. flow.
ENOW00097-0
4. Remove the spark plugs and put a tea-
spoon of engine oil or spray storage oil
WARNING into the combustion chamber through
Be sure to use cloth to remove fuel remain- the spark plug holes.
ing in the cowl and dispose of it in accor- 5. Turn the starter motor several turns to
d a n c e w i t h l o c a l f i re p re v e n t i o n a n d lubricate inside the cylinder.
environment protection regulations.
ENOW00930-0
ENOW00096-0
WARNING
CAUTION z Be sure to remove stop switch lock to
Before servicing the motor for storage: prevent ignited the spark plugs.
z Remove the battery cables. z Put a cloth to spark plug hole and wipe
z Remove the spark plug caps from the up any spilled engine oil, when cranking
spark plugs. the outboard motor.
z Do not run the motor out of the water.
6. Change the engine oil (See page 67).
Before you put your outboard motor in 7. Change the gear oil in the gear case
storage, it is a good opportunity to have it (See page 70).
serviced and prepared by your dealer. 8. Apply grease to grease point (See 10
Be sure to use fuel stabilizer while running page 76).
the motor before storage. (See page 78)
ENOM00101-A
Engine
1. Wash the engine exterior and flush the
cooling water system thoroughly with
fresh water. Drain the water com-
pletely.
Wipe off any surface water with an oily
rag.
9. Stand the outboard motor up vertically

in a dry place.
ENOF01415-0
ENOM00950-0
Adding a fuel stabilizer
When adding a fuel stabilizer additive
(commercially available), first fill the fuel
tank with fresh fuel. If the fuel tank is only
partially filled, air in the tank can cause the
fuel to deteriorate during storage.
1. Before adding fuel stabilizer additive,

ENOF01416-1
drain the carburetor (See page 79).
ENOW00066-0
2. Follow the instructions on the label
CAUTION when adding the fuel stabilizer additive.
3. After adding the additive, let the out-
Do not carry or store outboard motor in
any of positions described below. board motor run in the water for 10
Otherwise, engine damage or property minutes to make sure any old fuel in
damage could result from leaking oil. the fuel system has been completely
replaced by the fuel with additive.
4. Turn the engine OFF
ENON00891-0
Note
If your motor is used occasionally, it is rec-
10 ommended to use a good fuel stabilizer in
every tank of fuel and keep the container full
to reduce condensation and evaporation.
ENOF01414-1
ENON00021-A
Note
z If the outboard motor must be laid down
be sure drain the fuel and engine oil,
then the outboard motor on a cushion
as shown in the drawing below (See
page 77 and 55).
z Elevate power unit 2 inches to 4 inches if
traveling to avoid oil spillage.
ENOM00970-0
8. Check the drained fuel for the pres-
Fuel system draining ence of water or other contaminants. If
ENOW00028-A
either is present, reassemble the out-
WARNING board motor, refill the carburetor with
fuel, and then drain the fuel again.
For details on handling fuel, contact an
authorized dealer. Repeat this procedure until no water or
other contaminants are present in the
Fuel and fuel vapors are extremely flamma- drained fuel.
ble and can be explosive.
z If fuel is spilled, wipe it up immediately.
z Keep the fuel tank well away from
sources of ignition, e.g. sparks or open
flames
z Perform all work outdoors or in a well
ventilated place.
ENOW00097-0
WARNING
Be sure to use cloth to remove fuel remain- 1
ing in the cowl and dispose of it in accor- ENOF01433-0
d a n c e w i t h l o c a l f i re p re v e n t i o n a n d 1. Carburetor drain screw
environment protection regulations.
ENOM00102-0
Battery
1. Disconnect the fuel hose from the out- ENOW00931-A
board motor.
WARNING
3. Place an approved fuel container z Place the battery away from any source
of fire, sparks and open flames such as
under the drain screw and use a funnel
to avoid spilling fuel.
burners or welding equipment.
z Place the battery away from fuel tank.
10
4. Loosen the carburetor drain screw. Accidental sparks of battery may cause
5. Tilt up the outboard motor until fuel explosion of gasoline.
flows out of the drain hole. 1. Disconnect the battery cables and be
6. Leave the outboard motor in this posi- sure to remove the negative terminal
tion until all fuel has been drained. first.
7. When thoroughly drained, retighten the 2. Wipe off any chemical deposits, dirt, or
drain screw securely. grease.
3. Apply grease to the battery terminals.
4. Charge the battery completely before
storing it for the winter.
5. Recharge the battery once a month to 9. Run the engine for 10 minutes at half
prevent it from discharging and the throttle. The oil used for storage inside
electrolyte from deteriorating. the engine will be circulated out to
6. Store the battery in a dry place. assure optimum performance.
ENOM00104-A
4. Pre-season check ENOM00105-A
5. Submerged outboard motor

The following steps must be taken when
first using the engine after off-season stor- ENOW00098-0
age. CAUTION
1. Check that the shift and throttle func-
Do not attempt to start submerged out-
tion properly. (Be sure to turn the pro-
board motor immediately after it is recov-
peller shaft when checking the shift ered, or engine could be severely
function or else the shift linkage may damaged.
be damaged.)
After taking your outboard motor out of the
2. Check the electrolyte level, and mea-
water, immediately take it to your dealer.
sure the voltage and specific gravity of
The following are the emergency measures
the battery.
to be taken for a submerged outboard
Specific Gravity Terminal Voltage motor, if you can not take it your dealer
Charge Condition
at 20°C (V)
right away.
1.120 10.5 Fully discharged
1. Wash the outboard motor with fresh
1.160 11.1 1/4 charged
water to remove salt or dirt.
1.210 11.7 1/2 charged
2. Remove the engine oil drain screw and
1.250 12 3/4 charged
completely drain water and oil from the
1.280 13.2 Fully charged
engine.
3. Remove the spark plugs, and com-
10 3. Check that the battery is secure and
t h e b a t t e r y c a b l e s a r e p ro p e r l y
pletely drain the water from the engine
by pulling recoil starter several times.
installed.
Replace oil filter and oil to the correct
4. Change the engine oil (See page 67).
level.
5. Before starting the engine, disconnect The oil and filter may need to be
stop switch lock and crank approxi- changed again after running a short
mately 10 times in order to prime the period to get all moisture completely
oil pump. out of the crankcase.
6. Fill fuel tank completely. 4. Inject a sufficient amount of engine oil
7. Start the engine and warm up the through the spark plug holes.
engine for 3 minutes in the “NEUTRAL” Pull the recoil starter rope several times
position. to circulate the oil throughout the out-
8. Run the engine for 5 minutes at the board motor.
slowest speed.
ENOM00106-A ENOM00120-0
6. Cold weather precautions 8. Auxiliary outboard motor

operation
If you moor your boat in cold weather at
temperatures below 0°C (32°F), there is When the auxiliary outboard motor will not
the danger of remained water freezing in be used, be sure to remove the stop
the cooling water pump, which may dam- switch lock, shift into forward, and then tilt
age the pump, impeller, etc. To avoid this the outboard motor up. Otherwise, over-
problem, submerge the lower half of the rotation of the propeller due to water spray
outboard motor into the water. could damage the gear.
ENOM00107-A
7. Striking underwater object

ENOW00935-0
CAUTION
Striking the sea bottom or an underwater
object may severely damage the outboard
motor.
Follow the procedure below and consult a

dealer as soon as possible.
1. Stop the engine immediately.
2. Check the control system, gear case,
boat transom etc.
3. Return to the nearest habor slowly and
carefully.
4. Consult a dealer check the outboard 10
motor before operation again.
ENOF01145-0
82
TROUBLESHOOTING
ENOM00561-0
If you encounter a problem, consult the check list below to determine the cause and to
take the proper action.
An authorized dealer will always be happy to provide any assistance and information.
Engine starting but stopping soon
Engine speed abnormally high
Engine speed abnormally low
Overheating of engine
Engine failing to start
Power tilt inoperative

Possible cause
Poor acceleration
Warning lamp ON
Boat speed low
Poor idling
z z Empty fuel tank

z z z z z z z Incorrect connection of fuel system
z z z z z z z Air entering fuel line
FUEL SYSTEM
z z z z z z z Deformed or damaged fuel hose

z z z z z z z Closed air vent on fuel tank
z z z z z z z Clogged fuel filter, fuel pump, or carburetor
z z z z z Use of improper engine oil
z z z z z z Use of improper gasoline
z z z z Excessive supply of fuel
z z z z z z z Poor carburetor adjustment
z z z z z z z Spark plug other than specified
z z z z z z Dirt, soot, etc. on spark plug
z z Faulty oil pressure switch
z z z z z z No Spark or weak spark
z Short circuit of engine stop switch
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
z z z z z Ignition timing incorrect
11 z z Lock plate not fitted

z z Disconnection of wire or loose ground connection
z Blown 20 Amp fuse in the starting circuit
z Not shifted to neutral position
Weak battery or battery connections are loose or
z z
corroded
z z Ignition key switch failure
z z Wiring or electrical connection faulty
z Starter motor or starter solenoid failure
TROUBLESHOOTING 83
Engine starting but stopping soon
Engine speed abnormally high
Engine speed abnormally low
Overheating of engine
Engine failing to start
Power tilt inoperative

Possible cause
Poor acceleration
Warning lamp ON
Boat speed low
Poor idling
z z z z z Low compression
COMPRESSION
OIL SYSTEM
z z Carbon deposits in the combustion chamber

z z
&
Incorrect valve clearance
z Low oil pressure/level
z z z Low oil level

ENGINE OIL
z z Use of improper oil

SYSTEM
z z z Oil deterioration
z z z Clogged oil strainer
z z z Faulty oil pump
z z z z z Incorrect adjustment of throttle link
Insufficient cooling water flow, clogged or defec-
z z
tive pump
z z z Faulty thermostat
OTHERS
z z z z Cavitation or ventilation
z z z z z Incorrect propeller selection
z z z z z z Damaged or bent propeller
z z z z Improper thrust rod position
z z z z z Unbalanced load on boat
z z z z z Transom too high or too low
11
84
ACCESSORIES KIT
ENOM00562-1
The following a list of the tools and spare parts provided with the motor.
Items Quantity Remark
Tool bag 1
Pliers 1
Socket wrench 1 10 × 13 mm
Service tools Socket wrench 1 16 mm (spark plug)
Socket wrench handle 1
Screwdrivers 1 Cross-and straight-point
Screwdriver handle 1
Emergency starter rope 1 1600 mm
Spark plug 1 NGK: DCPR6E
Spare parts
Split pin 1
Stop switch lock 1
Fuel tank 1 12 L
Primer bulb 1 set
Remote control box 1 set EP/EPT only
Harness sleeve 1 EP only 12–90 mm (Tool bag)
Parts Packaged Bracket bolts, nuts and 1 set EP only
with Engine washers
Bracket fixing bolt 4 8 mm EPT/EFT only
Nut 4 8 mm EPT/EFT only
Washer 4 (big) 8 mm EPT/EFT only
Washer 4 (small) 8 mm EPT/EFT only
12
85
PROPELLER TABLE
ENOM00111-0
Use a genuine propeller.
A propeller must be selected so that the engine rpm measured at wide open throttle while
cruising is within the recommended range.
5000–6000 min-1 (rpm)

Propeller Size (Diameter × pitch)
Propeller Mark
No. of Blades in. mm
Light boats
9.5 3 8.9 × 10 226 × 255
8.5 3 8.9 × 8.3 226 × 211
7.5 3 8.5 × 7.5 216 × 190
7.0 3 8.9 × 7.0 226 × 178
6.5 3 8.5 × 6.5 216 × 165

Heavy boats
Propeller Size (Diameter × pitch)

Propeller Mark
No. of Blades in. mm
Light boats
7.0 4 8.7 × 7.0 226 × 178
5.0 4 8.7 × 5.0 221 × 127

Heavy boats
13
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YOUR TOHATSU OUTBOARD MOTOR

Serial Number: Date of purchase:

1 GENERAL SAFETY INFORMATION 1

10. INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE 10

12. ACCESSORIES KIT 12

13. PROPELLER TABLE 13

Carbon Monoxide Poisoning Hazard

Model F6B F8B F9.8B

2 Type MF EF EP MF EF EP MF EF EFT EP EPT

Model descrip- Horse Product Starter Steering

6BZ (Available in specific region)

1 Tilt Handle 13 Splash Plate 25 Stop Switch *1

1 Tilt Handle 13 Splash Plate 25 Stop Switch *1

Remote control box & Fuel tank

1 Control Lever 9 Fuel gauge

Warning label locations

1. Warning label regarding installation of 5-1. Warning regarding emergency start-

6. Warning label regarding engine stop

ENOF00006-0 7. Warning regarding gasoline (See

8. Warning regarding gasoline (See

1. Model code(Model name)

WARNING Position ... Above keel line

to prevent loss overboard. 1. Bolt (12 × 105)

2. Remote control device

CAUTION Install the remote control box in a position

contact with your eye, loss of sight. Use

Measure the distance from the remote WARNING

1. Place the battery box in a convenient

1. Battery cord (red)

ENOM00031-A If the use of gasoline containing alcohol is

z Close the fuel tank cap and air vent

1. Full open the air vent screw on the fuel

3. Engine oil recommendation ENOW0002A-A

stopped). 1. Warning lamp

See next page for conditions which will

 Warning lamp (LED) 1. Warning lamp

RC model: Located in the tachometer &

High speed ESG (Electronic Safety Governor)

CAUTION 2. Open the fuel tank cap slowly and

Direct arrow mark upward when prim-

Do not squeeze primer bulb with engine

Tiller handle type

1. Stop switch lock

2. Set the control lever in the Neutral 1 ENOF00518-0

position. 1. Choke knob

(For manual starter type)

Side mount RC type

The key returns to the original position,

z To prevent accident and injury by rotat-

1. Remove the top cowl.

5. Tie a loop in the another end of the

3. Remove the bolts (3 pcs) and remove CAUTION

6. Be sure to install the stop switch lock

7. Set the control lever in the Neutral

If the choke solenoid fails to ENOF00529-0

1. Choke plate (open position)

the right and left. Make sure that no swim-

(Personal Flotation device) or arm and

ENOW00864-0 2. When the engine reaches trolling (or

Open throttle grip or control lever gradu-

1. Quickly push the control lever to the ENOM00049-A

Forward (F) position 32°, where the 5. Stopping the engine

Warning lamp (LED) 1. Warning lamp