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8Before mounting or operating the out- board motor, read this entire manual. Reading it should give you an under- standing of the motor and its operation.

8Before operating the boat, read any owner’s or operator’s manuals supplied with it and all labels. Be sure you under- stand each item before operating.

8Do not overpower the boat with this outboard motor. Overpowering the boat could result in loss of control. The rated power of the outboard should be equal to or less than the rated horse- power capacity of the boat. If the rated horsepower capacity of the boat is unknown, consult the dealer or boat manufacturer.

8Do not modify the outboard. Modifica- tions could make the motor unfit or unsafe to use.

8Never operate after drinking alcohol or taking drugs. About 50% of all boating fatalities involve intoxication.

8Have an approved personal flotation device (PFD) on board for every occu- pant. It is a good idea to wear a PFD whenever boating. At a minimum, chil- dren and non-swimmers should always wear PFDs, and everyone should wear PFDs when there are potentially haz- ardous boating conditions.

8Gasoline is highly flammable, and its vapors are flammable and explosive. Handle and store gasoline carefully. Make sure there are no gas fumes or leaking fuel before starting the engine.

8This product emits exhaust gases which contain carbon monoxide, a colorless, odorless gas which may cause brain damage or death when inhaled. Symp- toms include nausea, dizziness, and drowsiness. Keep cockpit and cabin areas well ventilated. Avoid blocking exhaust outlets.

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

8Attach the engine stop switch lanyard to a secure place on your clothing, or your arm or leg while operating. If you accidentally leave the helm, the lanyard will pull from the switch, stopping the engine.

8Know the marine laws and regulations where you will be boating - and obey them. Refer to “RULES OF THE ROAD” section for basic boating rules.

8Stay informed about the weather. Check weather forecasts before boating. Avoid boating in hazardous weather.

8Tell someone where you are going: leave a Float Plan with a responsible person. Be sure to cancel the Float Plan when you return.

8Use common sense and good judgment when boating. Know your abilities, and be sure you understand how your boat handles under the different boating conditions you may encounter. Operate within your limits, and the limits of your boat. Always operate at safe speeds, and keep a careful watch for obstacles and other traffic.

8Always watch carefully for swimmers during the engine operation.

8Stay away from swimming areas.

8When a swimmer is in the water near you shift into neutral and shut off the engine.

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