LEHR 9.9 HP 4-STROKE - Manual (Page 4)

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GENERAL INFORMATION
• efore mounting or operating the outboard motor, completely read the operator s manual and labels.
Reading them will gi e you a good understanding of the motor and its operation.
• efore operating the boat, read any owner s or operator s manuals supplied with it and all labels. e sure
you understand all items from the boat manual as well as this engine manual before operating.
• o not o er power the boat with this outboard motor. erpowering the boat could result in damage to
the boat and in ury to all occupants. he rated power of the outboard should be e ual to or less than the
rated horsepower capacity of the boat. If the rated horsepower capacity of the boat is un nown, consult
the dealer or boat manufacturer.
• o not attempt to modify the outboard. odifications could ma e the motor unsafe to use and will oid the
warranty. Incorrect propeller selection and incorrect use may not only cause engine damage, but also
ad ersely affect fuel consumption. onsult your dealer for correct use.
• e er operate after drin ing alcohol or ta ing drugs. bout 5 of all boating fatalities in ol e into ication.
• Ha e an appro ed personal flotation de ice ( ) on board for e ery occupant. It is a good idea to wear a
whene er boating. hildren and non-swimmers should always wear s, and e ery one should wear
s when there are potentially ha ardous boating conditions.
• ropane is highly flammable, and its apors are flammable and e plosi e. Handle and store propane
carefully. a e sure there are no fumes or lea ing fuel before starting the engine.
• his product emits e haust gases which contain carbon mono ide, a colorless, odorless gas which may
cause brain damage or death when inhaled. ymptoms include nausea, di
iness, and drowsiness. eep
coc pit and cabin areas well entilated. oid bloc ing e haust outlets.
• hec throttle, shift, and steering for proper operation before starting the engine.
• ttach the engine stop switch lanyard cord to a secure place on your clothing, or your arm or leg while
operating. If you accidentally lea e the helm, the cord will pull from the switch, stopping the engine.
• now the marine laws and regulations where you will be boating and obey them.
• now about the weather forecast. hec weather before boating. oid boating in ha ardous
weather.
• ell some one where you are going. Lea e a loat lan with a responsible person. e sure to cancel the
loat lan when you return.
• e aware, alert, and use good udgment when boating. now your abilities, and be familiar with how your
boat handles under the different boating conditions you may encounter. perate within your limits,
and the limits of your boat. lways operate at safe speeds, and watch carefully for obstacles and other
traffic.
• lways watch carefully for swimmers.
• tay away from swimming areas.
• hen a swimmer is in the water near you shift into neutral and shut off the engine.
• o not illegally discard empty containers used to replace or replenish oil. or the correct processing of
empty containers ,consult the dealer where you purchased the oil.
• hen replacing oils used to lubricate the product (engine or gear oil), be sure to wipe away any spilled oil.
e er pour oil without using a funnel or similar de ice. If necessary, erify the necessary replacement
procedure with the dealer.
• e er illegally discard (dump) propane tan s. onsult your local city recycling center on discarding empty
propane tan s.