TOHATSU MFS 25B Manuel De L'utilisateur page 60

When replenishing engine oil, be careful
not to allow entry of foreign matters
such as dust and water into oil chamber.
Wipe off engine oil well immediately if
spilled.
Do not replenish engine oil over upper
limit. If overfilled, remove oil to upper
limit. If engine oil is over the upper limit,
it can leak potentially leading to engine
damage.
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Washing outboard motor
If outboard motor is used in salt water,
brackish water or water with a high acidic
level, use fresh water to remove salt,
chemicals or mud from exterior and cool-
ing water passage after every cruising or
before storing outboard motor for long
time. Before flushing, remove the propeller
and the forward thrust holder.
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CAUTION
Keep cooling water passage free of clogs,
or lack of cooling water flow could lead to
engine overheating, potentially resulting in
engine trouble.
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Note
It is recommended to check chemical prop-
erties of water on which your outboard
motor is regularly used.
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WARNING
Do not start engine without removing pro-
peller, or accidentally turning propeller
could cause personal injury.
INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE
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WARNING
Never start or operate the engine indoors
or in any space which is not well ventilated.
Exhaust gas contains carbon monoxide, a
colorless and odorless gas which can be
fatal if inhaled for any length of time.
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Use a drive cleaner
1. Remove propeller and thrust holder
(refer to Propeller Replacement).
2. Seal the sub water inlet with tape.
3. Install the drive cleaner on the water
inlet portion.
4. Attach a water hose to the drive
cleaner.
Turn on the water and adjust the flow.
5. Start the engine and run it at idle speed
in neutral position.
6. Check for a steady stream of water
flowing out of the cooling water check
port. Continue flushing the outboard
motor for 3 to 5 minutes, carefully
monitoring water supply at all times.
7. Stop the engine, turn off the water, and
remove the drive cleaner and tape.
Reinstall the propeller.
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1. Drive cleaner
2. Water inlet
3. Sub water inlet
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