Honda Bf8a Owners Manual

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00X31-881-8050
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2eY300.2006.03
Printed in Japan
Owner’s Manual
BF8A
BF8AK0 

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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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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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CONTENTS
OUTBOARD MOTOR SAFETY .................................................................. 7
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION ................................................. 7
Operator Responsibility ..................................................................... 7
Refuel With Care ................................................................................ 8
Carbon Monoxide Hazard .................................................................. 8
SAFETY LABEL LOCATIONS...

4CONTENTS
INSTALLATION (continued)
MOTOR ANGLE FOR CRUISING ........................................................ 21
MOTOR ANGLE ADJUSTMENT .......................................................... 21
BATTERY ............................................................................................. 22
Battery Connections ......................................................................... 22
Battery Installation ........................................................................... 23...

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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...

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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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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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...