There are four adjustment positions. 1. Loosen the wing nut to free the adjusting bolt. 2.Adjust the angle of the motor, and tighten the wing nut. Be sure that the bolt head and wing nut are seated in one of the four recesses on the adjustment slot. CORRECT GIVES MAXIMUM PERFORMANCE ADJUSTING ROD AND WING NUT 1. Check the engine oil level. CAUTION: 0 Engine oil is a major factor affecting engine performance and service life. Non-detergent and low quality oils are not recommended. 0 Running the e

No part of this publication may be reproduced without written permission. This manual should be considered a permanent part of the Outboard Motor and should remain with the Outboard Motor when it is sold. Pay special attention to statements preceded by the following words: ADANGER: Indicates severe personal injury or death will result if in- structions are not followed. m Indicates a strong possibility of severe personal injury or death if instructions are not followed. CAUTION: Indicates a poss

l Do not place the fuel tank more than 2 meters (6.6 ft) away from the motor. l Be sure that the fuel line is not kinked. FEMALE FUEL LINE CONNECTOR - TO MOTOR MALE FUEL LI CONNECTOR -TO FUEL TANK 2. Open the fuel cap vent knob 2 to 3 turns. 3. Squeeze and release the primer bulb until it feels firm, indicating that fuel has reached the motor. Check for leaks. w If any fuel is spilled, make sure the area is dry before starting the engine. Spilled fuel may ignite. NOTE: Do not use the primer bulb

If the engine binds when cranked, do not attempt to run the motor until it has been repaired. 5. Pour a teaspoon of engine oil into the spark plug hole, then pull the’ recoil starter several times to lubricate the inside of the cylinder. Reinstall the spark plug. 6. Attempt to start the engine. l If the engine fails to start, remove the spark plug clean and dry the electrodes, then reinstall the spark plug and attempt to start the engine again. l If the engine starts, and no mechanical damage is

No part‘of this publication may be reproduced without written permission. This manual should be considered a permanent part of the Outboard Motor and should remain with it if it is resold. Pay special attention to statements preceded by the following words: A,DANGER: tions are not Indicates followed. severe personal injury or death WIII result if instruc- m instructions Indicates are not a strong followed. possibility of severe personal injury or death if CAUTION: Indicates a possibility of pers

STOP BUTTON \ High altitude operation At high altitude, the standard carburetor air-fuel mixture will be excessive- ly rich. Performance will decrease, and fuel consumption will increase. High altitude performance can be improved by installing a smaller diameter main fuel jet in the carburetor and readjusting the pilot screw. If you always operate the outboard motor at altitudes higher than 6,000 feet above sea level, have your authorized Honda Outboard Motor dealer per- form these carburetor mo

Refuel in a well ventilated area with the engine stopped. Do not smoke or allow flames or sparks where the engine is iefueled or where gasoline is stored. l Do not overfill the fuel tank. After refueling make sure that the fuel tank cap is closed properly and securely. l Be careful not to spill any fuel while refueling. Spilled fuel or fuel vapor may ignite. If any fuel is spilled make sure that the area is dry before starting the engine. l Do not remove any guards, labels, shields, covers or sa

.29 Emergency Engine Stopping .......................................................... .29 Normal Engine Stopping ................................................................. .29 STEERING .......................................................................................... .31 CRUISING ........................................................................................... .32 REVERSING THE OUTBOARD MOTOR ........................................... .33 TILTING THE OUTBOARD MOTOR .