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Safety InspectionMaintenance Inspection

BEFORE OPERATION
Look around theoutboard motor
for signs of oil or gasoline leaks.
Wipe up any spills before starting
the engine.
Check the stern bracket to be sure
the outboard motor is securely
installed.
Check that all controls are
operatingproperly.
Replace any damaged parts.
Check that all fasteners are in
place and securely tightened.
Check theengine oil level (p. ).
Running the enginewith a low oil
levelcan cause engine damage.
Makesure the tool kit and
emergency starter rope are
onboard (p. ).Replace any
missing items.
Check the fuel level in the fuel
tank (p. ).
Check the emergency stop switch
for proper operation (p. , ).
Startthe engine. Make sure the
engine stops by pulling the
emergency stop switch clip from
the emergency stop switch (p. ).
Check to be sure the propeller is
undamaged(p. ).
Check thatthe anode is securely
attached to the antiventilation plate
(p. ) and is no t excessively
worn. The anodehelps to protect
the outboardmotor f rom corrosion.
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