Improperly maintaining
this outboard motor or
failing to correct a problem
before operation can cause
a malfunction in which you
could be seriously hurt or
killed.
Always perform a pre-
operation inspection before
each operation, and correct
any problem.

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ARE YOU READY TO GET

UNDERWAY?

Safety

Knowledge

IS YOUR OUTBOARD

MOTOR READY TO GO?

BEFORE OPERATION
Your safety is your responsibility. A
little time spent in preparation will
significantly reduceyour risk of
injury.
Read andunderstand this manual.
Know what thecontrols do and how
to operate them.
Familiarize yourself with the
outboardmotor and its operation
before you get underway. Know
what to do in case of an emergency.
Familiarize yourself with all laws
and regulations relating to boating
and the useof outboardmotors.
Always weara PFD (Personal
Flotation Device) while on the boat.
Attach the emergency stop switch
lanyard securely to the operator or to
the operator’s PFD.
For your safety, and to maximize the
servicelif e of your equipment, it is
very important to take a few
momentsbef ore you operate the
outboardmotor to check its condition.
Be sureto takecare of any problem
you find, or have your authorized
Honda Marinedealer correct it,
before you operate the outboard
motor.
Before beginning your pre-operation
checks, be sure the emergency stop
switch clip is removed from the
emergencystop switch.
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