HONDA marine BF40D Instructions D'utilisation page 57

• ENGINE OIL
Check the engine oil level.
ENGINE OIL CAPACITY:
Total: 2.4 lit. (2.54 US qt, 2.11 Imp qt)
Change: 2.0 lit. (2.11 US qt, 1.76 Imp qt)
Recommended oil: SAE 10W-30
Use 4-stroke motor oil that meets or exceeds the
requirement for API Service Classification SG, SH
or SJ.
Always check the API SERVICE label on the oil
container to be sure it includes the letters SG, SH
or SJ.
• PROPELLER
Check for deformation (e.g. bend, etc.).
Check for excessive wear.
Check the castle nut for secure tightening.
Check the cotter pin for any abnormality.
• ALL NUTS, BOLTS & OTHER FASTENERS
Check security and tighten if necessary.
In the Water
• OUTBOARD MOTOR INSTALLATION
Check that there are no water leaks from the motor
mounting bolt holes.
Check for the balanced weight distribution on the
boat.
• OUTBOARD MOTOR OPERATION
Check the neutral switch for proper operation.
Turn the ignition switch ON and check whether the
buzzer sounds twice.
Turn the ignition switch ON and check whether the
indicator (PGM-FI, ACG, oil and overheat) lights
come ON.
Turn the ignition switch to the START position and
check whether the engine starts.
Check the outboard motor for any abnormal noise.
Check to be sure cooling water flows out of the
cooling system indicator.
After the engine warms up:
Make sure the motor returns smoothly to idle.
Check the idle speed.
IDLE SPEED: 850 ± 50 min
Snap the throttle and check the engine response.
Check to see that the emergency stop switch
functions securely.
• LEAKS
Make sure that there are no leaks from the fuel
lines and/or connections. If necessary, repair
immediately.
Check the outboard motor for cooling water/oil
leaks. Repair if necessary.
Check the exhaust system for gas leaks.
55
–1
(rpm)