Evinrude 85895 User manual

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SERVICE
EVInRUDE E
first in outboards
EVINRUDEMDTORS. 4143N 27TH STREET MILWAUKEE. WIS 53216
DIVISION OF OUTBOARD MARINE CORPORATION
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Outboard boating is one of American's most popular participa-
tion sports.
When you selected Evinrude, you selected a product
that has
gained a
re putation as the quality leader since 1909. And, there
is no doubt that this year's outboards are the finest ever
produced.
Your new Evinrude outboard has
all the most wanted features in
o utboard motors. Some of these features, such as quality of
workmanship, engineering excellence, whisper quiet operation,
and dependability, have long been standards at Evinrude. Y our
new Evinrude boasts many new features while retaining the best
features developed
in preceding years. These features, the old and
the new, are designed to enhance your boating pleasure and add
to your satisfaction in selecting Evinrude.
Your new Evinrude Motor
is designed and cons truct ed to g ive
you the maximum in service and performance. Please study this
manual so that you will have a complete understanding of its
operation and
to be able to take full adva nt age of its m an y
built-in features. EVER
YO NE WHO USES T HI S EQUIPM EN T
SHOULD READ T
HI S MANUAL AND BE FA MI LIAR WITH
THE SAFETY WARNINGS MARKED A .
This manual is dedicated as a mariner's companion to help more
fully enjoy the sport in comfort and safety. For quick reference,
keep it handy when operating
your outboard .
HAPPY BOATING
EVInRUDE E MoToRs
TABLE OF CONTENTS
PAGE
ADJUSTMENTS . ... . .... . ... . .. 40
Trim Tab Adjustment .. . ........ 40
Throttle Friction Adjusting Knob .. 40-41
Idle Speed Adjustment . . ... 41
Carburetor Adjustment . • . . . . .. 41
EVINRUDE DEALER SERVICE • .
20 Hour Check . . . o . . o 0 •••
Repair Service . .... 0 ••
Replacement Parts 0 • 0 • • • 0
Model and Serial Number 0 0 • 0 •
... 54
. . 54
. . 54
.. 54
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FEATURES. o o o o o
Manual
Tilt o o o o
Starboard View .
P
ort View o 0 • o o o o o
P
ower T ri m and Tilt o o
S tarb oard View o o . 0
P ort View 0 o o o o o . 0 o .
FU EL AND LUBRICANT o 0 0 0 0
Recommended Lubr i can t 0 0 • 0
Recommended Gasoline 0
Fuel Mixture . o 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
Fuel Mixing Instructions 0 0 0 0
Break-in Procedure 0 • 0 0 0 0 0
I NSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
Transom Height o 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
Curved Transom . 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
Motor Installation 0 0 • 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
Adjustable Stern Brackets
Power Trim and Tilt I nstalla o ti~~
0 0
and Operation 0 0 0 •• 0 0 • ••
0
Electrical and Evinrude Power Pilot ·
Remote Control Installation
Remote Control Cables
(not supplied with motor) .
El
ec trical Inst a llation . ...
Ba ttery and Battery Box
(not supplied with motor) .
Remo
te Steering Systems ..•.•. .
Ti lting - Pow r T r im nd Tilt Model
Tr immin g· Pow r Trim nd ·
Tilt Mod el ...
Mini mum Trim A~ g l · Po ~ lti
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Pow r Trim nd Tilt M d 1 ••
llt ln • M nu I Tilt Mod I
M t rAn I Adju tm nt . M ' n~ '1'
T lltM d I .
t rlm 0 • : : : : : :
0
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P1 p II r I tlon 0 0 •
r II rln P w r Trim nd
Tilt Mod I . . , . , , , .. 0 ••
Mmu I p r tlon P w r Tr im nd
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Tilt Mod I ....... , .... . . .
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T1 II rln 1 M nu I II t M <1 I 0 • , •
ITEMS OF SPECIAL
IMPORTANCE
Boating Respo on;ibiiitie os. 0 0 • • 0 • 0 • • 10
Owner's Registration Ca;d· · · · 0
• • • •
~g
Changes in Address and/or 6~~e~ship o · ·
10
Insurance o
Sto len Moto;;
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0 0 0 0
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0 0
•••• 0 0 • 0 0 0 • •• 10
MAI NTENANCE
Lub r icatio n • 0
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0
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0
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0
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0 • 0 • 42-45
Spark Plug Inspection and . 0 • 0 0 •
Repl ace men t . •
Propeller
Replac e m~~ t· · 0
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0
46
Pr opelle r In st alla ti on . : : : · 0 0
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Pr opeller Care · · · 0
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Clean ing Fuel P~,.;,P Fi it~ r' : : : : 0
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Re placement Keys . 0 • 0 0 0 0 0 ° •
0 0 47
External Finish . .. . 0 0 0 • 0 •
0 0 0
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48
Conditi o on of Boat B-o t tom • 0 0 : · 0 °0 •0 °0 48
Removmg Motor From Boa t 48
Off Season Storage ..... : : : : ·0 4B -50
Af t er Storing · Before Using 0 • 0 •• •• 50
SAFETY ,0 • • •• 0 ••
0 • 0 • • •
•• • • •• 10
SPECIFICATIONS
Manual Tilt Modeis ' : : : : :
Power Trim and Tilt Models
STARTING AND OPERATION WITH
EVINRUDE POWER PILOT
8
8
9
REMOTE CONTROL . .. . 0 ••• •• •• 31
Fuel :rank .. .. .. 0 0 • •••• • •• • • 31
Startmg ..• 0 ••• • 0 • 0 0 • • •• • 31 -33
How to Shift and Control Speed .. . . 0 33
Stopping Motor . . 0 0 • 0 • 0 0 • 0 • 0 • 34
Removing Motor Cover ...... .• .. 34
Emergency Starting 0 0 • 34-35
Trou?le Check Chart . . . 36 ·37
Coolmg System . . 0 • • • • • 37 -38
Fuel Economy . . . . . . . . • . . 38
Dual Motor Maneuvering . . . •. 38
Shallo~ Water Operation . . . • • 38·39
Operatmg in Weedy Water • • • . • . 39
Operating in Freezing Weather . . .. 39
Sa lt _ Water Operation . . . . 39
Ant1· Corroslon Protection . . 39
SUBMMERG ED MOTOR . . • . . •. 50
otor Dropped Overboard
(not running) • • . • . . • . 50· 51
M tor Dropp d Ov rbo rd
(running) •.•••••.•
M tor Dropp d Ov r o rd
(In ltwtrl •••..••••••
Pr I nil d ubm r1 lon
(f sh rs It w r) .....•...•.
W R ANY
WA RAN Y VI
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FEATURES . MANUAL TILT MODELS 85895 8 40883
1
MODEL 85895
ILLUSTRATED
4
16 15
STARBOARD VIEW
1. Tilt Grip
2. Cover Lock Levers, Aft (2)
3. Exhaust Relief
4. Anti-Cavitation Plate
5. Steering Trim Tab
6. Underwater Exhaust Outlet
7. Skeg
8. Oil Drain/Fill Plug
9. Water Intake (Port and
Starboard)
10 . Water Discharge (Port and
Starboard)
4
11. Oil Level Plug
12 . Angle Adjusting Rod Retainer
13. Ti/t/Trai/ Lock
14. Thru Tift Pin Steering
15. Fuel Tank
16 . Priming Bulb
17 . Filler Cap
18 . Handle
19 . Fuel Line
20 . Fuel Gauge
21 . Drain Screw
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MODEL 85895 ILLUSTRATED
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22. Throttle Friction
Adjustment
23 . EVINRUDE POWER
PI LOT Remote Control
and Electric Cable
Assembly
24 . Shift/Throttle Lever
25. Starter/Choke Switch and Key
26 . Warm-up Lever
27. Cover Lock Lever, Front
28. Remote Steering Arm
29. Tilt-Assist Shock
PORT VIEW
30. Stern Brackets
31. Gearcase
32. Propeller
33. Angle Adjusting Rod
34. Model and Serial Number
Plate
35. Tilt/Run Lever
36. Fuel Line Retainer
37. Fuel Connector
38. Motor Cover
39. Overboard Pump Indicator
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F ATURE . POW R TRIM AND TILT MOD L
MOD L 85899 .. 1158
• 140843
MODELS 115899
AND 85899
ILLUSTRATED
STARBOARD VIEW
1. Tilt Grip
2. Cover Lock L evers ,
Aft (2)
3. Exhaust R el ief
4. Anti-Cavitati on Plate
5. Steering Tr
im Tab
6. Underw at er Exhaust
Outlet
7. Oil Drain/Fill Pl ug
8. Gea rc ase
9. Wa t er Intake
(P ort and Starboard)
10. Wate r Discharge
(Port and Starboard)
11 . Oil Level Plug
12. Angle Adjusting Rod Retainer
13. Tilt/Trail Lock
14. Thru Tilt Pin Steering
15 . Motor Cover
16 . EVINRUDE POWER
PILOT Remote Control
and Electric Cable
Assembly
17. ShifVThrottle Lever
18. Starter/Choke Switch and Key
19 . Warm-up Lever
20 . Throttle Friction
Adjustment
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MOD L 8 8 890 · 118890 · 140 40
MODEL 140840 ILLUSTRATED
PORT VIEW
21. Trim Gauge
22. Trim/Tilt Switch
23 . Junction Box and Cable
Assembly
24. Fuel Gauge
25. Fuel Line
26. Handle
27. Filler Cap
28 . Priming Bulb
29. Fuel Tank
30. Drain Screw
31 . Cover Lock Lever,
Front
7
32. Remote Steering Arm
33. Power Tilt and Trim
Assembly
34. Stern Brackets
35. Skeg
36. Propeller
37. Angle Adiusting Rod
38. Model and Serial
Number Plate
39. Fuel Line Retainer
40. Fuel Connector
41. Overboard Pump Indicator

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIO NS
POWER TRIM AND TILT INSTALLATION A ND OPE RATION
HORN DUAL TERMINAL
ASSEMBLY ADAPTER
I
GROMMET"
t
-PURPLE LEAD
..,...._.,_,~ TO IGNITION
SWITCH
"A" TERMINAL
FIG. 3 REMOTE
CONTROL
BOX
12. Mount junction box in a protect ed area, su ch as i ns i de of drywall or gunnel f
boat,
as. far fro_m fuel tank, b a tt~ry (be sur e ca bles will reach battery) and bil;e
as possible usmg screws provid ed.
13. Attach cover to junction box.
14. Connect red lead from juncti on box to ba tt ery positive (+) terminal. Connect
black lead from junction box to ba tte ry negative (-) terminal. Reconnect bat-
tery cables after att a ching two leads fr om j unction box.
BLUE GREEN BL
AC K TAN
TAN
SLEEVES
ON
BLACK
LEADS
CLAMP
F ROM
SENDING
UNIT
......____ FROM
---TILT
FIG. 4
JUNCTION BOX MOTOR
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15 . To insure satisfactory operation of trim unit, operate trim unit through several
cycles using trim/tilt switch.
16. In some cases, it may be necessary to adjust the trim sending unit to coincide
with the trim gauge at full up trim position. To do this, turn ignition key to ON
position and raise the lower unit to full tilt position. Loosen the two sending
unit mounting screws (leaving screws snug). Lower the lower unit until swivel
bracket just touches the trim rods. Rotate sending unit
so that the arm rests on
the swivel bracket and the needle on gauge slightly moves off the upper line
(with keyswitch in ON position).
Tilt lower unit up and tighten sending unit
mounting screws. After adjustment is completed turn ignition key to O
FF
position.
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IN T LLATION INSTRUCTIONS
MINIMUM TRIM AN
(CONT) GLE POSITION • POWER TRIM AND
TILT IIIIOb~
For best boat and t L
parallel to the wate mo or Pe:rtormance, the boat should be d .
distributed in the boa( tha:t iffss~~~~~ · ly ~~~~~~~~r~o~n1ro~{~~ment r~vheo~l~s ~=arly
rear and Side t . so
Bow Down
Best Acceleration
Best Towing Power
Mid Trim
----oo
Smoothest Ride
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'l_70
o Side
Best compromise of riding comfort, fuel economy speed & power for
average conditions.
Bow Up
Highest Full Speed
Best Fuel Economy {Normally)
2
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L15°
Driest Aide
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TILTING - MANUAL TILT MODEL
A tilt/trail lock is provided for launching, loading, beaching or trallerlng your
boat. The Tilt/Run Lever is located on the port stern bracket. This lever releases
the reverse lock for full tilt engagement.
This model
is equipped with a shock absorber designed to assist in tilting the
motor. To tilt motor, raise Tilt/Run Lever to TILT (up) position. Grasp
tilt grip and
tilt motor up until lock engages automatically.
To lower motor, move Tilt/Run Lever to RUN (down) position. Raise motor
slightly to release lock, then lower motor completely. The reverse lock must
engage
as motor is lowered to run position. To be sure that the reverse lock is
engaged grasp tilt grip and attempt to tilt motor.
1. Tilt Position
2. Run Position
3. Tilt Grip
An electric Power Trim and Tilt or Electric Power Tilt are available as
accessory
for your motor. See your DEALER .
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ABOVE 32° F. (0° C)
Portable Tank -Pour lubricant into tank, add gasoline. Replace filler cap secu 1
To mix fuel, tip tank on side as shown and back to upright position. re Y.
Built-in Tank -Use large funnel with a fine mesh strainer (1 00 mesh or fin )
Pour lubricant slowly with the gasoline as tank is filled. er ·
BELOW 32° F. (0°C)
Port _able Tank - Pou_r approximately one gallon gasoli~e into tank, add required
lubncant. Replace f11ler cap securely. Thoroughly m1x by shaking tank. Add
balance of gasoline.
Built-in Tank -In separate container mix all lubricant needed with one gallon 0
more of gasoline . Use large funnel with a fine mesh strainer (100 mesh or finer{
Pour this mixture slowly with gasoline as tank is filled. ·
. FUEL NOZZLE
,.__MUST CONTACT
METAL FUNNEL
BUILT-IN~
TANK ~
NOTE: Fuel systems with built-in tanks particularly those that include anti-
syphon valves,
primer /filter etc, may have restrictions that will not allow the
engine fuel
pump to deliver the proper amount of fuel under all conditions.
This can result in a loss
of performance and possible engine damage. Your
dealer can help
you determine if your boat's fuel system is restrictive and
can advise
you how to correct it.
BREAK-IN PROCEDURE
The 50:1 mixture is used during break-in. Use only EVINRUDE LUBRICANT or
other BIA certified TC-W lubricants.
OPERATION (FIRST HOUR): For the first 5-10 minutes, operate engine at a
fast idle. Check to see that a steady
discharge of water is coming out of the water
pump indicator to assure proper water pump operation.
~ NOTE: With easy planing boats, bring the boat into planing position with
~ full power and then immediately reduce the throttle setting to
approximately 3000 rpm (one-half throttle) . BE SURE boat maintains
planing attitude at this throttle setting.
OPERATION (SECOND HOUR): Bring boat into planing attitude and reduce
power to 4000 RPM or three-quarter throttle (approximate) while maintaining
planing attitude . At intervals during the second hour, apply full power for periods
of one to two minutes, returning throttle to original setting (4000 RPM three-
q
uarter throttle) for a cooling period.
Avoid continuous full throttle operation for extended periods during the next
ei ght hours .
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STARTING AND OPERATION
WITH EVINRUDE POWER PILOT REMOTE CONTROL
FU~ILc!~!~tank in boat so tank will not shift around. Be sure fuel line is not
d ad or under tank Allow fuel line slack to permit steering.
we ge · . .
SAFETY WARNINO: DO NOT OPERATE MOTOR OUT OF WATeR
WtTHOUT n-!E USE Ol= . KIT.
00 NOT OPERATE: .
:;r EST WHEE L£.
OVERHEATtWG ~
~O t' OR PART$' ,
STARTING
0 POWER TRIM AND TILT MODELS -Be sure motor is in normal running
position.
MANUAL TILT MODELS -Be sure . ':lotor is in normal run position and
Tilt/Run Lever is in RUN {down) pos1t1on .
0 TRIM
GAUGE
TRIM/TILT
SWITCH
POWER TRIM
~------~~-----------=.-~
0 Slide fuel line connectors onto motor and tank couplings ~ntil lockin_g lever
snaps into position (PRIMER
BULB AT TANK). Secure fuel lme to retamer on
lower motor cover to avoid interference with steering system.
To disconnect fuel line depress
locking lever on fuel line connector and pull
off at motor or tank.
0 Squeeze fuel line primer bulb several times until resistance is felt.
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STARTING AND OPERATION
STARTING (CONT)
•MANUAL CHOKE
LEVER
The choke lever under the motor cover, (See REMOVING MOTOR COVER and
SAFETY WARNING) can be set at CHOKE ON or CHOKE OFF positions. It
will stay
in any position it is set. Al~ays set the choke lever at CHOKE <?FF
position for all normal operation. This allows motor to be choked as required
at
the remote control. The choke may also be operated at the motor if
necessary.
0 Move EVINRUDE POWER PILOT shift/throttle lever to NEUTRAL position.
Neutral start switch
in control box prevents starting engine when shift/throttle
lever Is in gear. Move warm-up lever all the way up to START position.
0 STARBOARD INSTALLATION
IGNITION
STARTER/CHOKE
SWITCH
TRIM/TILT CONTROL ILLUSTRATED
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OCOLD MOTOR -Starting a cold motor normally requires use of the choke
Turn starter key clockwise to
ON position and push key in for full choke. Hold
key in and continue to turn key to START position. Release key as soon as
motor starts. If motor does not start, do not hold starter and choke on for over
10 seconds. Let go momentarily and then try again. After starting reduce
throttle (IF NECESSARY TO AVOID EXCESSIVE HIGH
SPEED IDLE) by
moving warm-up lever toward RUN position. Additional choking (push key in
to choke) may be required until motor warms up, then reduce speed by
moving warm-up lever back to RUN position.
Check to
see that a steady discharge of water Is coming out of the water pump
indicator to assure proper water pump operation.
See COOLING SYSTEM .
If motor does not start,
see TROUBLE CHECK CHART.
WARM MOTOR
Follow cold motor procedure except warm motor does not normally require
choke switch operation.
liilNOT :
NEVER TURN KEY TO START POSITION WHEN MOTOR IS
RUNNING.
For special starting problems such as starting after tong periods of shut-
down or after running out of fuel, etc., use primer bulb (fuel to engine),
push starter key
In and hold for full choking action.
HOW TO SHIFT AND CONTROL SP D
8Move warm-up lever down to RUN position.
CJ NOTE: Do not shift Into FORWARD or REVERSe unless motor Is running.
ATo shift Into either gear, depress lock-out button and move shift/throttle lev r
Vbrlskly In the desired direction to the fully shifted position, which requir s 45°
of lever motion. A shift/throttle lever detent provides a ''feel" at the forw rd
and reverse positions.
After shifting
Is completed, continue to move the shift/throttle ~ev r slowly In
the desired direction to Increase speed.
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A temperature WARNING HORN
located In the EVINRUDE POWER
PILOT control will sound If engine
overheats. If horn sounds, stop engine
immediately. Check water Intake. See
your DEALER if engine continues to
overheat.
lEI NOTE: When shifting from
~ FORWARD to REVERSE or RE-
VERSE to FORWARD, a/ways
pause at NEUTRAL until motor
is at idle speed and boat has
slowed, then depress lockout
button and shift into gear.
TRIM/TILT
CONTROL ILLUSTRATED
r;;;a NOTE: When operating in REVERSE additional care should be exercised
1!/111 as the motor has no automatic tilt protection if an underwater obstruction
is hit.
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FRONT
EMERGENCY STARTING
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1.
2.
3.
MANUAL
CHOKE
LEVER
A IANTY W
/ia.. PARTS, DO
0
4. Turn starter key right to ON position.
JA IAPITY WAMINCb 00 NOT
1/;;;l., COILS OA SPAAK PLUG L.EAD8
V~NT ELEC'I'AlCAL. SHOCK.
-- ~ ...,..~~
5. Pull forcibly on the emergency starting cord to start the motor. If motor Is cold
place
manual choke lever In CHOKE ON position. Return to CHOKE OFF
position as soon as motor starts.
After starting allow cold motor to run 2 minutes (warm-up). Reduce motor
speed by moving warm"up lever down to RUN position.
If your electrical system Is In operating order, the alternator hould rech rge
your battery. If not,
have the electrical system checked by your DEALER.
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STARTING AND OPERATION
TROUBLE CHECK CHART
MOTOR WILL NOT STAAT, check for:
1. ShifVThrottle lever in NEUTRAL
and warm-up lever in STAAT
position.
2. Fuel in tank
3. Fuel
line connector properly
attached
4. Fuel line primer bulb at tank end
5. Carburetor primed (squeeze primer
bulb)
6.
Fu el tank re sting on fuel line
7. Fuel li ne clear and not kinked
8. Cold motor: Engine not choked
sufficiently
9. Wa rm motor: .Engine over-choked
or flooded. (Do not choke motor ,
disconnect fuel line at
motor , and
crank until cleared.)
10 . Fuel pu mp filter obstructed
11 . Water in fuel system
12 . Check battery and electrical
connections
Q» Check fuse at terminal strip on
port side
of motor. Always carry
spare fuses . See SPECIFI -
CATIONS
G)No spark:
A Loose spark plug leads
B. Spark plugs carboned, burned
or wet
C. Incorrect spark plug gap (85
and
115 HP, see SPECIFICA-
TIONS)
D. Ignition system (see your
DEALER)
E. Two ignition electrical connec-
tors disconnected. Match con-
nectors (with 2 wires, brown
and brown with yellow stripe)
and push together.
15. Loose spark plugs, causing poor
compression (see SPECIFICA-
TIONS for recommended torque)
16 . Recheck starting instructions
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ST A RT IN G AND OPERATI ON
TROUBLE CHECK CHART (CONT)
POW R TR IM/TIL IN OPERAT I VE,
ch ck for :
1. Hydr LJIIc flltid I v I (S LUBR I-
CATION)
2. M nu 1 r I s cr w ti hl n d
cur ly
A Ch ck fu in junction box. S
V SPECIFICATIONS.
MOTOR WILL N OT I DLE PROPERLY,
check for.
1 Defective
sp rk plugs
2. Improper fu I mi ture
MOTOR LOSES PO W ER, check for:
1.
Defec t ive spark plugs
2. Fu el pu mp filter partl lly restricted
or fu el contaminated
3.
Obstruction at wa ter Intake.
Cooling system not operating
properly
COOLING SYSTEM
-
0
MOTOR VI B RA TE S EX CE SS I VELY
ch ck for: '
1. Bent or broken prop
II r
2. We e ds on propell er
MOTOR RUNS, BUT MAKES LITTLE
OR NO PROGRESS, check for:
1. Bent or broken propeller
2. Weeds on propeller
If this does not solve problem, then
contact your DEALER.
~ NOTE: Never start motor out of water as permanent damage can occur to
~ water pump and powerhead.
WATER
INTAKE
The motor has a pressure and thermostatically controlled water cooling sys-
tem. The water temperature is accurately controlled for best performance and
long motor life. The water pump operates
as a centrifugal pump at high speeds
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STARTING AND OPERATION
COOUNG SYSTEM (CONT)
nd s a positive displacement pump at low speeds. Water is taken in thr
inl ts located on the port and starboard side of the gearcase. A steady dischough
from the water pump indicator will assure that the water pump is operaarge
properly. After
motor Is warmed up, the water is expelled through the wa ter ~~g
charge. The temperature warning horn in the remote control will alert the operat s-
should the motor overheat. When horn sounds, stop the motor and check tor
water inlet. Remove any weeds
or debris that may be clogging up the Inlet a ~ ~
restart the motor. If horn sounds, stop motor immediately. Running an ove
heated motor may cause serious damage.
See your DEALER for service. r-
~ NOTE: For continuous operation in waters containing excessive amount
~of salt, sand or silt, we recommend an OMC accessory chrome pla t e~
water pump kit. See your DEALER.
FUEL ECONOMY
The economy throttle position can affect fuel savings depending on boat load
and hull design. ~~en bo~t r~aches top speed, slig.htly ~ack off on thr ottle from
FULL SPEED posrtron.
Th1s w1ll result rn a fuel savrng wrthout noticeable loss in
speed.
DUAL MOTOR MAN EUVERING
When leaving or approaching the dock, or for any other close maneuvering at
slow speed, start both engines. Leave the stand-by engine idling in NEUTRAL and
use the engine with the control nearest the operator. The use
of one control is
very effective and more convenient.
In the event that this engine stops, you can immediat ely go to the other engine
which has been
on stand-by.
~ NOTE: Stand-by engine must be running wh en maneuver i ng or water may
~ be forced back through the underwat er e xh aust ou tlet and cause serious
damage to the powerhead.
SHALLOW WATER OPERATION
When operating in shallow water s, proceed at slow speeds until deeper water
is reached.
If an obstruction is hit, retard the throttl e immediately and stop motor. Check
propeller, lower unit and angle adjusting rod
for possible damage.
If motor vibrates excessively aft er striking an underwater obstruction , it may
indicate a bent
or dam ag ed propelle r. Operate at s low speed. Your DEALER is
equipped to check for propeller damage.
~ NOTE: Operating motor w ith lower unit dr a gg i ng on bottom will result in
~propeller wear, and cause sand to be forc ed into wa ter pump and may
cause damage to the pump.
POWER TRIM AND TILT MODEL
When oper~ting in ve ry shallow waters, the motor may be tilted slightly higher
than n?rmal t~rm. range and operated at slow speeds. (Be sure the engine's water
pump rntake
rs rn the water at all times.) The motor should be lowered imme-
diately upon reaching deeper water.
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MANUAL TI LT MODEL
With tilt/run lever In RUN position the motor will automatically tilt up If an
uctlon Is hit while going forward at normal running speed. The motor may
ob~t~ l ease w hen running In shallow wa ter at slow speeds. When tilt/run lever Is in
~~N position the reverse lock Is automatically engaged. W he n running In shallow
t place the tilt/run lever In TI LT (up) position which allows the mo tor to
~~cr~up" more easily If an obstruction Is hit. Before resuming normal running
speed In deeper water, be sure to re turn tilt/run lever to R UN (down) position.
r=1 NOTE: If angle adjusting rod is bent it will IN CRE~SE. the br ea kaway
~ force required to release the reverse l ock when operatmg m forward gear,
resulting in possible damage to stern brackets. It will al so. REf?UCE the
force required to
re lease the reverse lock when operat tnQ m. re ver se
causing motor to tilt out of the water. Replace bent angle adJus ting rod.
OPERATING IN WEEDY WATER .
weeds on the propeller will cause mot or to vrbrate. Run at reduced throttle
when weeds
are thick. Reverse motor periodically to clear weeds from propel~er .
Stop motor, clear propeller and water intake completely of weeds before resumrng
speed
in clear water.
OPERATING IN FREEZING WEATHER
In freezing temperatures, keep the lower unit submerged in the water at all
times. This will avoid freezing and possible damage to the water pump or oth~r
parts of the motor. When removing the motor from the water, keep ~he motor rn
an upright position until water is completely drained from the coolrng system.
SALT WATER OPERATION
Your motor is built for operation in either fresh or salt water. Fresh water
internal flushing is not normally required, however, it may be desirable after use in
especially polluted or brackish water. Your local dealer will assist you in securing
the appropriate flushing device.
If motor is to remain on boat during long periods of inoperation, tilt gearcase
out
of the water (except during freezing temperatures). When removing motor
from water, allow cooling system to drain thoroughly , by placing motor in upright
position. We recommend that motor exterior be rinsed with fresh water and wiped
off with a lightly oiled rag.
ANTI-CORROSION PROTECTION
It is important , especially in salt water areas, to protect the lower unit and pro-
peller from galvanic corrosion. Your DEALER has accessory kits available which
provide additional protection under adverse conditions .
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THAOnLI FRICTION ADJUSTING KNOB 0
This knob may be adjusted so that throttle setting will not wander whffe you
are underway.
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ADJUSTMENTS
THROTTLE FRICTION ADJU TINQ KNOB (CONT)
0 dju
t, t rt ngln mov hlft/throttl I v r Into throttl rang and whll
you r und rw y turn adju tm nt knob e r qulr d for prop r friction
djus
trn nt.
h friction d vic I only ff ctlv In th throttl rang portion.
IDL p D ADJU TM NTO
Stop motor nd r mov motor cover. (See REMOVING MOTOR COVER.) Start
motor.
he motor hould be at normal operating temperature with th shlttlthrottle
1 v r In NEUTRAL and warm-up lever In RUN (down) position, befo re making Idle
sp ed adjustment. Turn the screw clockwise to Increase Idle speed or turn
counterclockwise to decrease Idle speed. Stop motor. Replace motor cover.
8AFITV WARNING: THE MOTOR COVER IS A MACHINERY GUARD
ITS REMOVAL EXPOSES THE OPERATOR TO MOVING PARTS . KEEP
HANDS, HAIR AND CLOTHING AWAY FROM FLYWHEEL, STARTER ANO
AIR INTAKE.
CARBURETOR ADJUSTMENT
HI GH SPEED AND LOW SPEED
Fue l ratio calibration Is maintained through use of fix ed high and low speed
jets.
No ad justment Is r eq uir ed.
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MAINTENANCE LUBRICATION
OMC
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OMC HI -VIS OMC
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AND E ROL POWER
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