Honda Bf8a Owners Manual
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31881805 00X31-881-8050 Black DIC F101 PANTONE 288 31881805 00X31-881-8050 N 2eY300.2006.03 Printed in Japan Owner’s Manual BF8A BF8AK0
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1 INTRODUCTION Congratulations on your selection of a Honda outboard motor. We are certain you will be pleased with your purchase of one of the finest outboard motors on the market. We want to help you get the best results from your new outboard motor and to operate it safely. This manual contains the information on how to do that; please read it carefully. As you read this manual, you will find information preceded by a symbol. That information is intended to help you avoid damage to your outboard...
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2 A FEW WORDS ABOUT SAFETY Your safety and the safety of others are very important. And using this outboard motor safely is an important responsibility. To help you make informed decisions about safety, we have provided operating procedures and other information on labels and in this manual. This information alerts you to potential hazards that could hurt you or others. Of course, it is not practical or possible to warn you about all the hazards associated with operating or maintaining an outboard motor....
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3 CONTENTS OUTBOARD MOTOR SAFETY .................................................................. 7 IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION ................................................. 7 Operator Responsibility ..................................................................... 7 Refuel With Care ................................................................................ 8 Carbon Monoxide Hazard .................................................................. 8 SAFETY LABEL LOCATIONS...
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4CONTENTS INSTALLATION (continued) MOTOR ANGLE FOR CRUISING ........................................................ 21 MOTOR ANGLE ADJUSTMENT .......................................................... 21 BATTERY ............................................................................................. 22 Battery Connections ......................................................................... 22 Battery Installation ........................................................................... 23...
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5 SERVICING YOUR OUTBOARD MOTOR (continued) TOOL KIT AND SPARE PARTS .......................................................... 42 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE ............................................................... 43 REFUELING ......................................................................................... 44 FUEL RECOMMENDATIONS .............................................................. 45 COOLING SYSTEM CLEANING AND FLUSHING .............................. 46 Cleaning and Flushing With...
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6 CONTENTS TECHNICAL AND CONSUMER INFORMATION .................................... 69 TECHNICAL INFORMATION ............................................................... 69 Serial Number Locations .................................................................. 69 Carburetor Modification for High Altitude Operation ........................ 70 Oxygenated Fuels ............................................................................ 71 Emission Control System Information...
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7 OUTBOARD MOTOR SAFETY IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION The Honda BF8A outboard motor is designed for use with boats that have a suitable manufacturer’s power recommendation, other uses can result in injury to the operator or damage to the outboard motor and other property. Most accidents can be prevented if you follow all instructions in this manual and on the outboard motor. The most common hazards are discussed below, along with the best way to protect yourself and others. Operator Responsibility •It is...
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8 Refuel With Care •Gasoline is extremely flammable, and gasoline vapor can explode. Refuel outdoors, in a well-ventilated area, with the engine stopped. Never smoke near gasoline, and keep other flames and sparks away. •Remove any portable fuel tank from the boat for refueling. Keep the portable fuel tank away from the battery or other potential spark sources. •Refuel carefully to avoid spilling fuel. Avoid overfilling the fuel tank. •After refueling, tighten the filler cap securely. If any fuel is...