TOHATSU BFT 150A User manual

BFT 115A
150A
OWNER’S MANUAL
000000000
Printed in Japan
31ZX1T00
00X31-ZX1-T000
BFT 115A
150A
TOHATSU CORPORATION
Address : 5-4,AZUSAWA 3-CHOME ITABASHI-KU,
TOKYO 174-0051
Phone : [phone]
FAX : [phone]
URL : www.tohatsu.co.jp

Keep this Owner’s Manual handy, so you can refer to it at any time. This Owner’s
Manual is considered a permanent part of the outboard motor and should remain with
the outboard motor if resold.
The information and specifications included in this publication were in effect at the time of approval for printing. Honda Motor Co., Ltd. reserves the right, however, to discontinue or change
specifications or design at any time without notice and without incurring any obligation whatever. No part of this publication may be reproduced without written permission.
The engine exhaust from this product
contains chemicals known to the State of
California to cause cancer, birth defects,
or other reproductive harm.
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1
INTRODUCTION
Congratulations on your selection of
a TOHATSU 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 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 motor, other
property, or the environment.
We suggest you read the warranty
policy to fully understand its
coverage and your responsibilities of
ownership.
When your outboard motor needs
scheduled maintenance, keep in mind
that your TOHATSU dealer is
specially trained in servicing
TOHATSU outboard motors. Your
TOHATSU dealer is dedicated to
your satisfaction and will be pleased
to answer your questions and
concerns.
Best Wishes,
Tohatsu Corporation
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2
INTRODUCTION
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. You
must use your own good judgment.
You will find important safety information in a variety of forms, including:
•Safety Labels – on the outboard motor.
•Safety Messages – preceded by a safety alert symbol and one of three
signal words, DANGER, WARNING, or CAUTION.
These signal words mean:
•Safety Headings – such as IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION.
•Safety Section – such as OUTBOARD MOTOR SAFETY.
•Instructions – how to use this outboard motor correctly and safely.
This entire book is filled with important safety information – please read it
carefully.
You WILL be KILLED or SERIOUSLY
HURT if you don’t follow instructions.
You CAN be KILLED or SERIOUSLY
HURT if you don’t follow instructions.
You CAN be HURT if you don’t follow
instructions.
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CONTENTS
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OUTBOARD MOTOR SAFETY ................................... 7
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION .............. 7
SAFETY LABEL LOCATION ................................ 9
CONTROLS AND FEATURES ................................... 10
CONTROL AND FEATURE IDENTIFICATION
CODES ................................................................ 10
COMPONENT AND CONTROL LOCATIONS ... 11
CONTROLS ............................................................ 15
Side-Mount Type
Ignition Switch .................................................... 15
Emergency Stop Switch Clip and Emergency 
Stop Switch ..................................................... 15
Gearshift/Throttle Control Lever ........................ 16
Fast Idle Lever ..................................................... 17
Panel-Mount Type
Ignition Switch .................................................... 18
Emergency Stop Switch Clip and Emergency 
Stop Switch ..................................................... 19
Gearshift/Throttle Control Lever ........................ 20
Fast Idle Button ................................................... 21
Top-Mount Type
Ignition Switch ....................................................22
Emergency Stop Switch Clip and Emergency 
Stop Switch ......................................................22
Gearshift/Throttle Control Lever .........................23
Fast Idle Button ...................................................25
Common Controls
Power Trim/Tilt Switch .......................................26
Power Tilt Switch ................................................27
Manual Relief Valve ............................................27
Tilt Lock Lever ....................................................27
TRL (Trolling) Control Switch
(optional equipment) .......................................28
Engine Cover Latch .............................................28
Trim Tab ..............................................................28
INSTRUMENTS .....................................................29
Trim Meter (optional equipment) ........................29
Tachometer (optional equipment) .......................29
NMEA Interface Coupler ....................................29
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