Honda Bf5 Owners Manual
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Exposed moving parts can cause injury. Do not operate the outboard motor without the engine cover. Use extreme care when installing the engine cover. 29 OPERATION If it was necessary to remove the emergency stop switch lanyard from your wrist to perform the emergency starting procedure, be sure the lanyard is attached to your wrist before operating the outboard motor. If the choke control was used to start the engine, return the control to the normal operating position as the engine warms up. Have your closest authorized Honda marine dealer check your system and correct the problem, so you can use the recoil starter. During the warm-up period, check the oil pressure indicator (p. ), and cooling system indicator (p. ). Install the engine cover (p. ), andlockitinplacebylockingthe engine cover lock lever.16 16 5. 6.7. 8. 14 04/03/15 10:29:21 31ZV1630_030
30 STOPPING THE ENGINE Emergency Engine StoppingNormal Engine Stopping OPERATION THROTTLE GRIP N (neutral) PULL ENGINE STOP SWITCH LANYARD SWITCH CLIP GEARSHIFT LEVERENGINE STOP SWITCH PUSH To stop the engine in an emergency, pull the clip out of the engine stop switch by pulling the lanyard. We suggest that you stop the engine this way occasionally to verif y that the engine or emergency stop switch is operating properly.Press the engine stop switch until the engine stops. When the boat is not in use, remove and store the emergency stop switch clip and lanyard. Move the throttle grip to the slowest speed and gearshif t lever to the N (neutral) position. 1.2. 3. 04/03/15 10:29:39 31ZV1630_031
31 GEARSHIFTING AND THROTTLE OPERATION OPERATION THROTTLE GRIP R (reverse)N (neutral) F(forward) TTOODDEECCRREEAASSEEFFRRIICCTTIIOONN TTOOIINNCCRREEAASSEEFFRRIICCTTIIOONN THROTTLE FRICTION KNOB GEARSHIFT LEVER To shif t gears, turn the throttle grip to the SLOW position, then move the gearshif t lever to select F (f orward), N (neutral) or R (reverse) gears. The engine can be started with the gearshif t lever in the N (neutral) position only. The throttle grip can be turned to the FAST position only when the gearshif t lever is in the F (f orward) position. Turn the knob counterclockwise to decrease f riction f or easy grip rotation. Turn the knob clockwise to increase throttle grip f riction f or holding a constant speed. Use the throttle f riction knob to help hold a constant throttle setting while cruising. 04/03/15 10:29:54 31ZV1630_032
32 STEERING OPERATION STEERING FRICTION BOLT TTOODDEECCRREEAASSEEFFRRIICCTTIIOONN TTOOIINNCCRREEAASSEEFFRRIICCTTIIOONN Steer by moving the tiller handle opposite the direction you want the boat to turn.Use the steering f riction bolt to help hold a steady course while cruising. Turn the bolt clockwise to increase steering friction for holding a steady course. Turn the bolt counterclockwise to decrease f riction f or easy turning. 04/03/15 10:30:09 31ZV1630_033
33 CRUISING Engine SpeedTransom Angle OPERATION CORRECT GIVES MAXIMUM PERFORMANCE Transom Angle (Cruising) ROUGH WAVES MOTOR ANGLE ADJUSTED TOO LOWMOTOR ANGLE ADJUSTED TOO HIGH MOTOR ANGLE ADJUSTED CORRECTLY Excessive transom angle during operation can cause propeller ventilation, overheating, and water pump damage. For rough water conditions or large waves, slow down to prevent the propeller from rising out of the water. For best f uel economy, limit the throttle opening to 80%. Use the throttle f riction control (p. ) to help you hold a steady speed. Under normal conditions, the boat will perform best when the antiventilation plate is level with the water. Install the outboard motor at the best transom angle for stable cruising and maximum power. Transom angle too large: Incorrect causes boat to ‘‘squat’’. It is necessary to adjust the transom angle of the outboard motor to compensate for changes in boat load, weight distribution, water conditions, or propeller selection. When cruising into a high wind, adjust the outboard motor down slightly to level the boat and improve stability. With a tail wind, adjust the outboard motor up slightly. Transom angle too small: Incorrect causes boat to ‘‘bow steer’’. 31 04/03/15 10:30:23 31ZV1630_034
34 SHALLOW WATER OPERATION OPERATION 30° ENGINE COVER GRIP An excessive tilt angle during operation can cause propeller ventilation, overheating, and water pump damage. Do not use the tiller handle as a lever to raise the outboard motor. Applying excessive f orce to the tiller handle can damage it. When operating in shallow water, tilt the outboard motor, using the tilt lever, so the propeller and gear case won’t hit the bottom.To tilt the outboard motor, raise the outboard motor to the 30° position by pulling on the engine cover grip. While the outboard motor is tilted, proceed at a low speed, and do not operate the outboard motor in reverse. The outboard motor will rise suddenly if operated in reverse. Monitor water flow from the cooling system indicator (p. ) to be sure the outboard motor is not tilted so high the water intake is out of the water.16 04/03/15 10:30:33 31ZV1630_035
35 MOORING, BEACHING, LAUNCHING OPERATION TILT LEVER 45°, 70° (when mooring) ENGINE COVER GRIP To raise the outboard motor out of the water while the boat is moored, or f or maximum clearance when beaching or launching, tilt the outboard motor to the 45° or 70° position. Stop the engine bef ore tilting the outboard motor. The 45° or 70° position is not an operating position. Raise and lower the outboard motor as described on p. . To return the outboard motor to the normal operating position, raise the outboard slightly by pulling on the engine cover grip, then pull the tilt lever to release the outboard, then slowly lower the outboard motor. 34 04/03/15 10:30:45 31ZV1630_036
Improperly maintaining this outboard motor, or failure to correct a problem before operation, can cause a malfunction in which you could be seriously hurt or killed. Always follow the inspection and maintenance recommendations and schedules in this owner’s manual. 36 THE IMPORTANCE OF MAINTENANCE Maintenance, replacement, or repair of the emission control devices and systems may be perf ormed by any marine engine repair establishment or individual, using parts that are ‘‘certif ied’’ to EPA standards. SERVICING YOUR OUTBOARD MOTOR Good maintenance is essential for safe, economical, and trouble-free operation. It will also help reduce air pollution.To help you properly care for your outboard motor, the following pages include a maintenance schedule, routine inspection procedures, and simple maintenance procedures using basic hand tools. Other service tasks that are more difficult, or require special tools, are best handled by professionals and are normally performed by a Honda technician or other qualified mechanic. The maintenance schedule applies to normal operating conditions. If you operate your outboard motor under unusual conditions, consult an authorized Honda marine dealer for recommendations applicable to your individual needs and use.Remember that your authorized Honda marine dealer knows your outboard motor best and is f ully equipped to maintain and repair it. To ensure the best quality and reliability, use only new, genuine Honda parts or their equivalents for repair and replacement. 04/03/15 10:30:54 31ZV1630_037
µ µ µ Failure to properly follow maintenance instructions and precautions can cause you to be seriously hurt or killed. Always follow the procedures and precautions in the owner’s manual. 37 MAINTENANCE SAFETY Saf ety Precautions Burns f rom hot parts. Injury from moving parts. Carbon monoxide poisoning f rom engine exhaust. SERVICING YOUR OUTBOARD MOTOR Some of the most important saf ety precautions f ollow. However, we cannot warn you of every conceivable hazard that can arise in perf orming maintenance. Only you can decide whether or not you should perform a given task.Make sure the engine is off before you begin any maintenance or repairs. This will eliminate several potential hazards:Read the instructions before you begin, and make sure you have the tools and skills required. To reduce the possibility of f ire or explosion, be careful when working around gasoline. Use only a nonflammable solvent, not gasoline, to clean parts. Keep cigarettes, sparks, and f lames away f rom all f uel-related parts. Wear gloves when handling the propeller to protect your hands from sharp edges. Let the engine and exhaust system cool before touching. Do not run the engine unless instructed to do so. Be sure there is adequate ventilation whenever you operate the engine. 04/03/15 10:31:06 31ZV1630_038
· 38 TOOL KIT AND EMERGENCY STARTER ROPE SERVICING YOUR OUTBOARD MOTOR EMERGENCY STARTER ROPE FLUSH KIT 10 12 mm WRENCHPLIERS TOOL BAG FLAT SCREWDRIVER PHILIPS SCREWDRIVER 8 mm WRENCHEMERGENCY ENGINE STOP SWITCH CLIP SPARE SPARK PLUG COTTER PINS SHEAR PINSWATER MOUTH NUT SPARK PLUG WRENCH WATER MOUTH SEAT WATER HOSE CONNECTOR The f ollowing tools are supplied with the outboard motor f or simple maintenance procedures and emergency repairs. An emergency starter rope is also supplied. Keep these items on the boat, so they will always be available if you need them. If your tool kit needs replacement, it is not available as a kit and each item must be ordered individually. 04/03/15 10:31:17 31ZV1630_039