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Owner’s Manual
TOB-120,TOB-300
Safety Precautions cont. Preparation
Thoroughly inspect Outboard Motor for damage,
chipped propellers, fuel leaks, etc. before operating
this unit.
NEVER attempt to make any adjustments to unit
while motor is running (except where specifically
recommended).
Gasoline is highly flammable and its vapors are
explosive. Handle with care. Use an approved
(RED) gasoline container.
NEVER allow smoking materials, sparks or flame
(match, pilot light, etc.) near unit or gasoline
container.
Check fuel supply before starting motor. Always
start boating trips with a full tank.
DO NOT fill fuel tank indoors, when motor is
running or while motor is still hot. Wipe off any
spilled gasoline, allow vapors to dissipate and move
fuel container 10 feet (3m) away from unit before
starting motor.
Operation
Keep equipment in good condition. Keep all guards
and shields in place and safety devices operating
properly.
Be sure that Throttle Lever stops motor when
moved to stop position and Lever moves freely. On
units equipped with Stop button, be sure button
stops unit.
Exhaust fumes contain carbon monoxide, an
odorless and deadly gas. DO NOT run motor in
enclosed or poorly ventilated areas.
Before starting, make sure unit is properly secured
to boat transom using clamp stud handles. Be sure
a safety chain, from unit to boat, is installed. Check
clamp handles for tightness periodically.
Always carry a spare propeller, shear pins, hair
pins, spark plug and necessary repair tools such as
pliers, screwdriver, and wrenches.
When starting unit, be sure propeller is clear of all
objects because when motor is started, throttle
may be set high enough to rotate the propeller.
After motor is started and idling smoothly, propeller
must not rotate. DO NOT operate unit if propeller
rotates when motor is idling.
DO NOT put hands or other body parts near
rotating parts.
Maintain a firm hold on the twist grip at all times to
help keep control of the unit.
Operate equipment only when there is good
visibility and light.
Never allow swimmers or waders near unit while it
is in operation. The operator is responsible for the
safety of swimmers and boaters in the area.
After mounting motor on transom, set proper
motor trim according to size and weight of the
boat. See Tilt
Adjustment in Operation section of this manual.
Move Throttle Lever to stop position to stop
propeller. Always keep a fire extinguisher in the
boat along with life vests and other U. S. Coast
Guard approved safety equipment.
Before attempting to make any adjustment,
repairs, inspections or cleaning unit, stop motor,
wait for moving parts to stop, allow unit to cool
then remove wire from spark plug .
If equipment vibrates abnormally during operation,
stop motor at once, wait for moving parts to stop,
and remove wire from spark plug. Abnormal
vibration is a warning of trouble. Repair any
damage before restarting unit. (See your Tanaka
Dealer.)
After striking a submerged object, stop motor, wait
for moving parts to stop, then remove wire from
spark plug. Thoroughly inspect unit for any
damage. Repair damage before restarting and
operating unit.
Before shutting motor off, after operating under full
load for an extended period, lower motor speed
and allow it to idle for a few minutes so that motor
parts can cool evenly.
In the event of an emergency, stop the motor by
moving Choke Lever to full choke position.