R2, R3 types. TOHATSU BFT 115A, BFT 150A

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R2, R3 types

(R2, R3 types)

The exhaust contains poisonous carbon monoxide. Do not start the engine in a poor ventilation area such as in a boat house.

To prevent damage to the outboard from overheating, never run the engine with the propeller out of water.

EMERGENCY

STOP SWITCH

SWITCH PANEL

When the boat is mounted with the two outboard motors, perform the following on the right and left engines respectively.

1. Insert the clip at one end of the emergency stop switch lanyard into the emergency stop switch. Attach the other end of the emergency stop switch lanyard securely to the operator.

Be sure to install the emergency stop switch clip to the emergency stop switch on the remote control box as well as on the switch panel.

The engine does not start unless the emergency stop switch clip is set on the emergency stop switch.

SPARE EMERGENCY

STOP SWITCH CLIP

(optional equipment)

A spare emergency stop switch clip

(optional equipment) can be stored in the tool bag (see page 84).

STOP

EMERGENCY STOP

SWITCH LANYARD

EMERGENCY STOP

SWITCH CLIP

If the operator does not attach the emergency stop switch lanyard, and is thrown from his seat or out of the boat, the out-of-control boat can seriously injure the operator, passengers, or bystanders. Always properly attach the lanyard before starting the engine.

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NEUTRAL NEUTRAL

NEUTRAL

REMOTE

CONTROL

LEVER

REMOTE

CONTROL

LEVER

(R3 type) (R2 type)

2. Set the remote control lever in the

NEUTRAL position.

The engine does not start unless the remote control lever is set in the

NEUTRAL position.

NEUTRAL

ENGINE

SWITCH KEY

ON

START

ON

START

3. Turn the engine switch key to the

START position and hold it there until the engine starts.

When the engine starts, release the key, allowing it to return to the ON position.

• The starter motor consumes a large amount of current. Do not therefore run it continuously for more than 5 seconds at a time. If the engine does not start within 5 seconds, wait at least 10 seconds before running the starter motor again.

• Do not turn the engine switch key to the START position while the engine is running.

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• When the boat is mounted with the two outboard motors, perform the above procedure on the right and left outboard motors respectively.

• The “Neutral Starting System” prevents the engine from being started unless the control lever is set in the N (neutral) position even though the engine is cranked by the starting engine.

COOLING WATER

CHECK HOLE

COOLING WATER

INTAKE PORT (each side)

4. After starting, check whether the cooling water is flowing out of the cooling water check hole. Amount of water flowing out of the check hole might vary due to the thermostat operation, but this is normal.

If water does not flow out, or if steam comes out, stop the engine.

Check to see if the screen in the cooling water intake port is obstructed and remove foreign materials if necessary. Check the cooling water check hole for clogging. If water still does not flow out, have your outboard motor checked by an authorized

TOHATSU outboard motor dealer.

Do not operate the engine until the problem has been corrected.

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ENGINE OIL PRESSURE

INDICATOR

NORMAL: ON

ABNORMAL: OFF

5. Check to see if the oil pressure indicator turns ON.

If it does not turn on, stop the engine and perform the following inspections.

1) Check the oil level (see page 41).

2) If the oil level is normal and the oil pressure indicator light does not turn ON, consult with an authorized TOHATSU outboard motor dealer.

6. Warm up the engine as follows:

Above 5°C (41°F) – run the engine for at least 3 minutes.

Below 5°C (41°F) – run the engine for at least 5 minutes at approx.

2,000 min -1 (rpm).

Failure to completely warm up the engine will result in poor engine performance.

• If the engine is not properly warmed-up before raising the engine speed, the warning buzzer and overheat indicator may activate and the engine speed will be automatically reduced.

• The cooling system may freeze in areas where the temperature reaches 0°C (32°F) or below.

Cruising at high speed without warming the engine up may cause engine damage.

Before leaving the dock, check the operation of the emergency stop switch.

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