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Controls

8Check throttle, shift, and steering for proper operation before starting the engine.

8The controls should work smoothly, without binding or unusual free play.

8Look for loose or damaged connec- tions.

8Check operation of the starter and stop switches when the outboard motor is in the water.

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Engine

8Check the engine and engine mounting.

8Look for loose or damaged fasteners.

8Check the propeller for damage.

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CHECKING THE ENGINE OIL LEVEL

1)

Put the outboard motor in an upright

 

position (not tilted).

2)

Pull out the oil dipstick and wipe it

 

clean.

3)

Completely re-insert the dipstick and

 

pull out it again.

4)

Check the oil level using the dipstick

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to be sure the level falls between the

upper and lower marks. Fill with oil if

it is below the lower mark, or drain to

the specified level if it is above the

upper mark.

1Oil dipstick

2Lower level mark

3 Upper level mark

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