1. SAFETY. TOHATSU BFT 115A, BFT 150A

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1. SAFETY

SAFETY INFORMATION

For your safety and the safety of others, pay special attention to these precautions.

Operator Responsibility

• TOHATSU outboard motor is designed to give safe and dependable service if operated according to instructions.

Read and understand the

Owner’s Manual before operating the outboard motor. Failure to do so could result in personal injury or equipment damage.

Shift to the neutral position and then shift to the reverse position at low engine speed.

Do not shift to the reverse position suddenly at high engine speed.

• Gasoline is harmful or fatal if swallowed. Keep the fuel tank out of reach of children.

• Gasoline is extremely flammable and is explosive under certain conditions. Refuel in a well-ventilated area with the engine stopped.

• Do not smoke or allow flames or sparks where the engine is refueled or where gasoline is stored.

• Do not overfill the fuel tank. After refueling make sure that the fuel tank cap is closed properly and securely.

• 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.

• Know how to stop the engine quickly in case of emergency.

Understand the use of all controls.

• Do not exceed the boat manufacturer’s power recommendation, and be sure that the outboard motor is properly mounted.

• Never permit anyone to operate the outboard motor without proper instruction.

• Before operating the outboard motor, familiarize yourself with all laws and regulations relating to boating and the use of outboard motors.

• Do not attempt to modify the outboard motor.

• Always wear a life-jacket when on board.

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• Do not operate the outboard motor without the engine cover. Exposed moving parts can cause injury.

• Do not remove any guards, labels, shields, covers or safety devices; they are installed for your safety.

• Stop the engine immediately if anyone falls overboard.

• Do not run the engine while the boat is near anyone in the water.

• Attach the emergency stop switch lanyard securely to the operator.

The engine and exhaust system become very hot during operation and remain hot for a while after stopping.

Contact with hot engine components can cause burns and may ignite some materials.

• Avoid touching a hot engine or exhaust system.

• Allow the engine to cool before performing maintenance or transporting.

SAFETY

Carbon Monoxide Poisoning Hazard

Exhaust contains poisonous carbon monoxide, a colorless and odorless gas. Breathing exhaust can cause loss of consciousness and may lead to death.

• If you run the engine in an area that is confined, or even partially enclosed, the air can become contaminated with a dangerous amount of exhaust gas. To keep exhaust gas from building up, provide adequate ventilation.

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