Honda BF50D (2014) manual

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Keep this Owner ’ s Manual handy , so you ca n refer to it at any time. This Owner ’ s Manual is considered a permanent part of th e outboard motor and should remain with the outboard motor if resold. © 2013 Honda Motor Co., L td. – All Rights Reserved The information and specifications included in this publication were in effect at the time[...]

1 INTRODUCTION Congratulations on your selection of a Honda outboard motor . W e are certain you will be pleased with your purchase of one of the finest outboard motors on the market. W e 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 c[...]

2 INTRODUCTION A FEW WORDS ABOUT SAFETY Y our safety and the safety of others are very important. And using this outboard motor safely is an important responsibility . T o help you make informed decisions about safety , we have p rovided operating procedures and oth er information on labels and in this manual. This information alerts you to potenti[...]

CONTENTS 3 OUTBOARD MOTOR SAFETY ................... ................ 7 IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION .............. 7 SAFETY LABEL LOCATIONS ....................... ....... 9 CONTROLS AND FEATURES ..................... .............. 13 CONTROL AND FEATURE IDENTIFICATION CODES .............. .................. ....................... ......... 13 C[...]

CONTENTS 4 INDICATORS ..................... .................. .................. 32 Alternator (ACG) Indicator ................................. 32 Malfunction Indicator ................................. ......... 32 Oil Pressure Indicator ............................ .............. 33 Overheat Indicator ............................. .............[...]

CONTENTS 5 CRUISING ................. .................. ...................... ..... 60 TRIM TAB ................................... .................. ......... 63 SHALLOW WATER OPERATION ................. ..... 63 MOORING, BEACHING, LAUNCHING ............. 65 MULTIPLE OUTBOARD MOTORS .................... 66 SERVICING YOUR OUTBOARD MOTOR ........[...]

CONTENTS 6 TAKING CARE OF UNEXPECTED PROBLEMS ... 100 ENGINE WILL NOT START ....................... ....... 100 HARD STARTING OR STALLS AFTER STARTING ..................... .................. ................ 103 ENGINE OVERHEATS ................................ ....... 104 FUSES ................... .................. ....................... ......[...]

7 OUTBOARD MOT OR SAFETY IMPOR T ANT SAFETY INFORMA TION The Honda BF40D/BF50D out board motors are designed for use with boats that have a suitable manufacturer ’ s power recommendation. Other uses can result in injury to the operator or damage to the outboard motor and other property . Most injuries or property damage can be prevented if yo u f[...]

8 OUTBOARD MOT OR SAFETY Refuel With Car e • Gasoline is extremely flammable, and gasoline vapor can explode. Refuel outdoors, in a well-ventilated area, with the engine stopped. Never smoke near gasoline, and keep other flames and sparks away . • Refuel carefully to avoid spilling fuel. A void overfilling the fuel tank. • After refueling, ti[...]

9 OUTBOARD MOTOR SAFETY SAFETY LABEL LOCA TIONS US, Puerto Rico, and US V irgin Islands T ypes The label shown here contain s importan t safety information. Please read it ca refully . This label is considered a permanent part of your outboard motor . If the label comes off or becomes hard to read, contact an authorized Honda Marine dealer for a re[...]

10 OUTBOARD MOT OR SAFETY The label shown here contain s importan t safety information. Please read it ca refully . This label is considered a permanent part of your outboard motor . If the label comes off or becomes hard to read, contact an authorized Honda Marine dealer for a replacement. SAFETY LABEL LOCA TIONS Canadian T ypes READ OWNER’S MAN[...]

11 OUTBOARD MOTOR SAFETY POR T ABLE FUEL T ANK [standard equipment (Canadia n types)] [optional e quipment ( American types)] FUEL CAUTION 31ZZ46230.book 11 ペ ージ ２０１３年９月２７日　 金曜日　午後１０時３１分[...]

12 OUTBOARD MOT OR SAFETY Canadian T ypes • Honda outboard motor is designed to give safe and dependable service if operated according to instruct ions. Read and understand the Owner’s Manual before operating the outboard motor. Fail ure to do so could result in personal injury or equipment damage. • Gasoline is harmful or fatal if swallowed.[...]

13 CONTROLS AND FEA TURES CONTROL AND FEA TURE IDENTIFICA TION CODES *: Optional equipm ent Refer to this chart for an explanation of the T ype Codes used in this manual to identify control and feature applications. TYPE CODE (Example) Model BF40D BF50D Ty p e LHA LR T A LR TC LHTC LRT A LR TC XR T A Shaft Length L ● ● ● ● ● ● X ● T i[...]

14 CONTROLS AND FEA TURES COMPONENT AND CONTROL LOCA TIONS LH and LHT T ypes (tiller handle) ENGINE COVER LA TCH (front) SP ARK PLUG (inside the cover) ENGINE COVER ENGINE COVER LA TCH (rear) POWER TIL T SWITCH (LHT type only) IDLE POR T ANODE MET AL (each side) TRIM T AB EXHAUST PORT/ W A TER OUTLET PORT PROPELLER [standard equipment (Canadian typ[...]

15 CONTROLS AND FEA TURES INDICA TORS (Oil pressur e, Overheat, Alternator , Malfunction) EMERGENCY STOP SWITCH EMERGENCY STOP SWITCH LANY ARD IGNITION SWITCH IGNITION SWITCH KEY EMERGENCY STOP SWITCH CLIP STEERING FRICTION ADJUSTER POWER TRIM/TIL T SWITCH (LHT type only) GEARSHIFT LEVER THROTTLE FRICTION ADJUSTER THROTTLE GRIP 31ZZ46230.book 15 ?[...]

16 CONTROLS AND FEA TURES LR T and XRT T ype s (r emote contro l) ENGINE COVER LA TCH (front) FUEL LINE CONNECTOR STERN BRACKET ANODE MET AL GEAR OIL CHECK SCREW W ASH SCREW GEAR OIL DRAIN/FILL SCREW PROPELLER [standard equipment (Canadian types) ] [optional equipment (American types)] EXHAUST PORT/ W A TER OUTLET POR T TRIM T AB ANODE MET AL (each[...]

17 CONTROLS AND FEA TURES Remote Control Box Side-Mount Contr ol T ype [standard equipment (LR TC type)], [optio nal equipment (LRT A and XRT A types)] GEARSHIFT/THROTTLE CONTROL LEVER POWER TRIM/TIL T SWITCH SP ARE EMERGENCY STOP SWITCH CLIP BUZZER (inside) CONTROL LEVER FRICTION ADJUSTER EMERGENCY STOP SWITCH LANY ARD EMERGENCY STOP SWITCH CLIP E[...]

18 CONTROLS AND FEA TURES Portable Fuel T ank [standard equipment (Canadian types)] [optional equipment (American types)] VENT KNOB FUEL FILLER CAP FUEL HOSE (standard equi pment) FUEL HOSE CONNECTOR (female) PRIMING BULB POR T ABLE FUEL T ANK FUEL GAUGE 31ZZ46230.book 18 ペ ージ ２０１３年９月２７日　 金曜日　午後１０時３?[...]

19 CONTROLS AND FEA TURES Tr i m M e t e r [standard equipment (Canadian types)] [optional equipment (LR T A and XR T A types)] T achometer [standard equipment (Canadian types)] [optional equipment (LR T A and XR T A types)] T rolling Contr ol Switch Panel [optional equipment (other LHA and LHTC types)] TRL (T rolling) CONTROL SWITCH 31ZZ46230.book[...]

20 CONTROLS AND FEA TURES CONTROLS LH and LHT T ypes (tiller handle) Ignition Switch The ignition switch controls the ignition system and the starter motor . T urning the ignition switch key to the ST AR T position operates the starter motor . The key auto matically returns to the ON positio n when released from the ST AR T position. The engine wil[...]

21 CONTROLS AND FEA TURES The emergency stop switch clip must be inserted in the emer gency stop switch in order for the engine to start and run. The emergency stop switch lanyard must be attached securely to the operator or to the operator ’ s PFD (Personal Flotation Device). When used as described, the emer gency stop switch and emer gency stop[...]

22 CONTROLS AND FEA TURES Throttle Friction Adjuster The throttle friction adjuster adjusts resistance to throttle grip rotation. T urn the adjuster clockwise to increase friction fo r holding a throttle setting while cruising. T urn the adjus ter counterclockwise to decrease friction for easy throttle grip rotation. Gearshift Lever The gearshift l[...]

23 CONTROLS AND FEA TURES T ransom Angle Adjusting Rod (LH type) The transom angle adjusting rod limits the tilt angle of the outboard motor when fully lowered. Proper adjustment prevents the outboard motor from being trimmed too low (p. 60 ). There are five transom angle adjustment positions. Four are controlled by th e adjusting rod an d the fift[...]

24 CONTROLS AND FEA TURES LR T and XRT T ypes (remote contr ol/side-mount control type) [standard equipment (LR TC type)] [optional equipment (LR T A and XR T A types)] For panel-mount or top-mount remote control information, refer to the instructions provided with the remote control equipm ent. Ignition Switch The ignition switch controls the igni[...]

25 CONTROLS AND FEA TURES Emergency S top Switch Clip and Emergency S top Switch The emergency stop switch clip must be inserted in the emer gency stop switch in order for the engine to start and run. The emergency stop switch lanyard must be attached to the operator ’ s PFD (Personal Flotation Device) or to the operator securely . When used as d[...]

26 CONTROLS AND FEA TURES Gearshift/Throttle Control Lever The gearshift/throttle control lever controls eng ine speed and s elects F (forward), N (neutral), or R (reverse) gears. Moving the control lever 30° from N (neutral) selects th e gear , and further movement increases e ngine speed. The control lever automatically locks itself in the N (ne[...]

27 CONTROLS AND FEA TURES Use the fast idle le ver to accelerate engine warm-up after starting the engine. Do not use the fast idle lever when starting the engine. See page 50 for engine warm-up instructions. The fast idle lever allows you to increase the idle speed only when the control lever is in the N (neutral) position. Place the fast idle lev[...]

28 CONTROLS AND FEA TURES LHT , LR T and XRT T ypes (power trim/tilt) Power T rim/T ilt Switch The power trim/tilt sw itch is located on the control lever . It is a rocker switch with UP and DN (down) positions for changing the angle of the outboard motor . Y ou can use the power trim/tilt switch anytime whether the boat is underway , stopped, or t[...]

29 CONTROLS AND FEA TURES Manual Relief V alve The outboard motor can be tilted manually after open ing the manual relief valve. This allows the outboard motor to be tilted up or down when no battery is connected. Check that nobody is unde r the outboard motor be fore opening the manual relief valve. If the manual relief valve is loosened (turned c[...]

30 CONTROLS AND FEA TURES Common Controls T ilt Lock Lever The tilt lock lever is used to support the outboard motor in the fully-raised position. When the boat is to be moored for a long time, tilt the ou tboard motor up as far as it will go. Then move the tilt lock lever to the LOCK position, and gently lower the ou tboard motor until the lever c[...]

31 CONTROLS AND FEA TURES INSTRUMENT S T rim Meter [standard equipment (Canadian types)] [optional equipment (LR T A and XR T A types)] The trim meter indicates the relative trim angle of the outboard motor . Refer to the trim meter when using the power trim/tilt switch to achieve the best performance from the boat. T achometer [standard equipment [...]

32 CONTROLS AND FEA TURES INDICA TORS The indicator lights come on and the buzzer sounds when yo u turn the ignition switch ON, allowing you to see that they are working. If an indicator does not light during this test, it cannot alert you if that system develops a problem. Have yo ur Honda Marine dealer check for burned-out bulbs or other problems[...]

33 CONTROLS AND FEA TURES When the engine control system detects an engine control system malfunction, the malfunction indicator turns on and the buzzer sounds at one-second intervals. Oil Pressur e Indicator When the oil pressure indicator is lit, oil pressure is OK. If oil pressure becomes low , the indicator will go of f, and the engine protecti[...]

34 CONTROLS AND FEA TURES Overheat Indicator When the alert triggers, the overheat indicator comes on and the buzzer sounds a steady tone as the engine speed is reduced to 1,800 rpm. If the condition persists for another 20 seconds, the engine shuts of f. Refer to T AKING CARE OF UNEXPECTED PROBLEMS , on p. 108 . All models are equipped with a buzz[...]

35 CONTROLS AND FEA TURES The cooling sy stem indicator discharge port can also become plugged. OTHER FEA TUR ES Overrev Limiter The engine is equipped with an overrev limiter to prevent the possibility of mechanical damage from excessive engine speed. The overrev limiter may be activated during operation, limiting engine speed, if the out board mo[...]

36 CONTROLS AND FEA TURES Fuel Filler Cap V ent Knob The fuel filler cap is provided with a vent knob to seal the p ortable fuel tank for carrying it to and from the boat. Open the vent by tu rning the vent knob counterclo ckwise all the way before starting the engine. Fuel Priming Bulb A priming bulb is built into the fuel hose that connects the f[...]

37 CONTROLS AND FEA TURES The anodes are made of a sacrificial material that helps to protect the outboard motor from corrosion. There are two anodes on the gear case, one on the stern bracket and two small anodes in the water passages of the engine bloc k. ANODE (each side) Anodes ANODE (stern bracket) 31ZZ46230.book 37 ペ ージ ２０１３年?[...]

38 BEFORE OPERA TION ARE YOU READY TO GET UNDER W A Y? Y our safety is your responsibility . A little time spent in preparation will significantly reduce your risk of injury . Knowledge Read and understand this manual. Know what the controls do and how to operate them. Familiarize yourself with the outboard motor and its operation before you get un[...]

39 BEFORE OPERA TION Safety Inspec tion • Before each use, look around underneath the engine for signs of oil or gasoline leaks. • If you are using the po rtable fuel tank (standard or optional equipment), make sure it is in good condition and properly secured in the boat (p. 43 ). • Check that the fuel hose is undamaged an d properly connect[...]

40 BEFORE OPERA TIO N T iller Handle Height/Angle Adjustment (LH and LHT types) The tiller handle height and angle can be adjusted to three positions by changing the installation direction of the height adjustment block. Select a suitable height and angle for the operator and secure the block. 1. Raise the tiller handle and remove the 8 × 28 mm fl[...]

41 OPERA TION SAFE OPERA TING PRECAUTIONS T o safely realize the full potential of this outboard motor , you need a complete understanding of its operation and a certain amount of practice with its controls. Before operating the outboard motor for the first time, please review the IMPORT ANT SAFETY INFORMA TION on page 7 and the chapter titled BEFO[...]

42 OPERA TION TRANSOM ANGLE ADJUSTMENT (LH T ype) The transom angle adjusting rod limits the tilt angle of the outboard motor when fully lowered. Proper adjustment prevents the outboard motor from being trimmed too low (p. 60 ). T o adjust, first tilt the outboard motor so it is not resting on the rod. Push the rod in and turn the end of the rod up[...]

43 OPERA TION POR T ABLE FUEL T ANK [standard equipment (Canadian types)] [optional equipment (American types)] Place the portable fuel tank in a well-ventilated location, away from direct sunlight, to reduce the possibility of a gasoline vapor explosion. T o ensure that the outboard motor will be able to draw fuel from the tank, place the tank wit[...]

44 OPERA TION Connect the fuel hose to the tank and the outboard motor , as shown. Be sure both connectors snap securely into place. Always disconnec t the fuel hose when storing or transporting the outboard motor . FUEL PRIMING If you are using a portable fuel tank, turn the portable fu el tank ven t knob counterclockwise to the open position. Hol[...]

45 OPERA TION INFREQUENT OR OCCASIONAL USE If your outboard motor will be used on an infrequen t or intermittent basis, please refer to the fuel section of the STORAGE chapter (p. 94 ) for additional information regarding fuel deterioration. ST AR TING THE ENGINE Control Page Side-Mount Control T ype ........... 48 LH and LHT T ypes (tiller handle)[...]

46 OPERA TION 2. Check the position of the gearshift lever . It must be in the N (neutral) position for starting. The engine will not start if the gearshift lever is in the F (forward) or R (reverse) position. 3. Align the engine start symbol ‘‘ ’ ’ on the tiller handle with the pointer ‘ ‘ ’ ’ on the throttle grip. 4. T urn the ign[...]

47 OPERA TION If the engine fails to start within 5 seconds, release the key and wait at least 10 seconds before operating the starter again. • Using the electric starter for mor e than 5 seconds at a time will overheat the starter motor and can damage it. • T urning the ignition switch key to the ST ART position while the engine is running can[...]

48 OPERA TION LRT and XRT T ypes (remote control) Side-Mount Control T ype [standard equipment (LR TC type)] [optional equipment (LR T A and XR T A types)] 1. Put the emergency stop switch clip in the emergency stop switch, and securely to the operator or to the operator ’ s PFD (Personal Flotatio n Device). The engine will not start or run unles[...]

49 OPERA TION 3. Leave the fast idle lever in the ST AR T (fully lowered) po sition. The fast idle lever cannot be raised unless the control lever is in the N (neutral) position. The control lever cannot be moved away from the N (neutral) position unless the fast idle lever is lowered. 4. T urn the ignition switch key to the ON position; the buzzer[...]

50 OPERA TION 6. Before getting underway , allow the engine to warm-up sufficiently to ensure good performance. Above 41°F (5°C), warm-up the engine for at least 3 minutes. Below 41°F (5°C), warm-up the engine for at least 5 minutes at 2,000 rpm. Raise th e fast idle lever to achieve ap proximately 2,00 0 rpm. • If the engine is not pr operly[...]

51 OPERA TION EMERGENCY ST AR TING If the battery is discharged or the starter motor is inoperative, you can start the engine manually using the emergency starter rope supplied with the outboard motor . 1. T urn the ignition switch key to the OFF position (p. 56 ). 2. Unlatch the engine cover latches and remove the engine cover . 3. Remove the fou [...]

52 OPERA TION 5. Set the controls the same as for normal starting (p. 45 – 46 , 48 – 49 ). T urn the ignition switch key to the ON position. 6. Set the alternator pulley so the cutouts are on the right and left sides of the alternator pulley as shown. Hook the knot at the end of the starter rope (accessory) against a cutout in the alternator pu[...]

53 OPERA TION 8. If the fast idle control(s) was used to start the engine, return the control(s) to the normal operating position as the engine warms up. During the warm-up period, check the oil pressure indicator (p. 33 ), overheat indicator (p. 34 ), and cooling system indicator (p. 34 ). 9. Leave the alternator cover off, but install the engine [...]

54 OPERA TION STOPPING THE ENGINE Emergency Engine S topping LH and LHT T ypes (tiller handle) LRT and XRT T ypes (remote control) T o stop the engine in an emergency , pull the emergency stop switch clip out of the emer gency stop switch by pulling the emergency stop switch lanyard. W e suggest that you stop the engine this way occasionally to ver[...]

55 OPERA TION Normal Engine S topping LH and LHT T ypes (tiller handle) LRT and XRT T ypes (remote control) Side-Mount Control T ype 1. Move the throttle grip to the slowest speed and the gearshift lever or control lever to the N (neutral) position. After cruising at full throttle, cool down the engine by idling for a fe w minutes before stopping t[...]

56 OPERA TION LH and LHT T ypes (tiller handle) 2. T urn the ignition switch key to the OFF position to stop the engine. In the event that the engine does not stop when the ignition switch key is turned to the OFF position, pull the emergency stop switch cli p out of the emergency stop switch by pulling the emergenc y stop swi tch lanyard (p. 54 ).[...]

57 OPERA TION GEARSHIFT AND THROTTLE OPERA TION LH and LHT T ypes (tiller handle) T o shift gears, turn the throttle grip to the SLOW position; then move the gearshift lever to select the F (forward), N (neutral), or R (reverse) gears. The engine can be started with the gearshift lever in the N (neutral) position only . The throttle grip can be tur[...]

58 OPERA TION LRT and XRT T ypes (remote control) T o shift gears, move the control lever to select the F (forward), N (neutral), or R (reverse) gear . The control lever cannot be mo ved from the N (neutral) position unless the neutral release lever is squeezed. Moving the control lever beyond the gear selection range increases engine speed. Adjust[...]

59 OPERA TION STEERING LH and LHT T ypes (tiller handle) Steer by moving the tiller handle opposite the direction you want t he boat to turn. S teering Friction Adjuster Use the steering friction adjuster to help hold a steady course while cruising. Move the adjuster to the LOCK direction to increase steering friction for holding a steady course. M[...]

60 OPERA TION CRUISING Engine Speed For best fuel economy , limit the throttle opening to 80%. Use the throttle fricti on contro l (p. 57 , 58 ) to help you hold a steady speed. For rough water conditions or lar g e waves, slow down to prevent the propeller from rising ou t of the water . The engine is equipped with an overrev limiter to prevent th[...]

61 OPERA TION It is necessary to trim the angle of the outboard motor to compensate for changes in boat load, weight distribution, water conditions, or propeller selection. Under normal conditions, the boat will perform best when the antiventilation plate is level with the water surface. When cruising into a high wind, trim the outboard motor down [...]

62 OPERA TION T rolling Speed Contr ol [optional equipment (except LHA and LHTC types)] DN: Reduce engine speed UP: Increase engine speed Place the outboard motor in-gear with the throttle control in the fully closed (idle) position. Press and hold the UP or DN side of the TRL contro l switch to activate the T rolling Speed Control. The buz zer wil[...]

63 OPERA TION TRIM T AB If steering effort is not equal in both directions, adjust the trim tab to compensate for ‘ ‘torque steer ,’ ’ which is the reaction of the outboard motor to propeller rotation. Adjust the trim tab with the engine stopped. Loosen the trim tab bolt above the trim tab, turn the trim tab, and then tighten the bolt secur[...]

64 OPERA TION T o tilt the outboard motor , move the tilt lever to the FREE (TIL T) position, then raise the outboard motor to the desired position by pulling on the engine cover grip. Do not use the tiller handle as a lever to raise the outboar d motor . Applying excessive for ce to the tiller handle can damag e it. While the outboard motor is til[...]

65 OPERA TION MOORING , BEACHING , LAUNCHING Before tilting up, leave the outboard motor in the running position for one minute after stopping the engine to drain the water from inside the engine. Stop the engine and disconnect the fuel hose from th e outboard motor before tilting the outboard motor . LH T ype Use the tilt lever to raise and lower [...]

66 OPERA TION The outboard motor can also be tilted manually after open ing the manual relief valve. This feature enables the outboard motor to be tilted up or down when no batte ry is connected. For manual tilting, use a flat blade screwdriver to turn the valve counterclockwise 2 and a half turns. Close the valve firmly after positioning the engin[...]

67 SER VICING YOUR OUTBOARD MOTOR THE IMPOR T ANCE OF MAINTENANCE Proper maintenance is essential for safe, economical, and trouble-free operation. It will also help reduce air pollution. T o help you properly care for y our outboard motor , the following pages include a maintenance schedule, routine inspection procedures, and simple maintenance pr[...]

68 SER VICING YOUR OUTBOARD MOTOR MAINTENANCE SAFETY Some of the most important safety precautions follow . However , we cannot warn you of eve ry conceivable hazard that can arise in performing maintenance. Only you can decide whether or not you sho uld perform a given task. Safety Precautions • Make sure the engine is off before you begin any m[...]

69 SER VICING YOUR OUTBOARD MOTOR SP ARE SWITCH CLIP (LH and LHT T ypes) AND EMERGENCY ST AR TER ROPE Always carry the spa re switch clip and the em erge ncy starter ro pe onboard. The spare clip may either be stored in the tool bag or in an easily accessible location on the boat along with the emer gency starter rope. SP ARE SWITCH CLIP (LH and LH[...]

70 SER VICING YOUR OUTBOARD MOTOR MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE Follow the MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE table and service your outboard motor accordingly . Please note, a claim for warranty coverage will not be denied simply because the maintenance schedule for your outboard motor was not followed. However , any part(s) that fails specifically due to lack of mainte[...]

71 SER VICING YOUR OUTBOARD MOTOR (1) Lubricate more frequently wh en used in salt water . (2) These items should be servic ed by your servicing dealer , unless you have the pr oper tools and are mech anically proficient. R efer to the Honda shop manual for serv ice procedures. See “Honda Publications” on page 121 for ordering information. (3) [...]

72 SER VICING YOUR OUTBOARD MOTOR TRIM T AB ADJUSTMENT The trim tab compensates for ‘ ‘torque steer ,’ ’ which is a reaction of the outboard motor to propeller rotation. If uncompensated, torque steer would make the outboard motor tend to turn to one side. When the trim tab is correctly adjusted, steering effort is equal in either direction[...]

73 SER VICING YOUR OUTBOARD MOTOR MANUAL RELIEF V AL VE LHT , LRT and XRT T ypes The outboard motor can be tilted manually after open ing the manual relief valve. This feature enables the outboard motor to be tilted up or down when no batte ry is connected. For manual tilting, use a flat blade screwdriver to turn the valve counterclockwise 2 and a [...]

74 SER VICING YOUR OUTBOARD MOTOR Engine Oil Level Check Check the engine oil level with the engine stopped and the outboard motor in the vertical position. 1. Unlatch and remove the engine cover (p. 73 ). 2. Remove the oil level dipstick and wipe it clean. 3. Insert the dipstick all the way in, then remove it and check the oil level shown on the d[...]

75 SER VICING YOUR OUTBOARD MOTOR When you check the oil leve l with the dipstick, you might notice the engine oil appears milky or the oil level has incr eased. If you notice either condition, change the engine oil. See the followi ng table for an explanation of these conditions. Operating Method Result Effect Running the engine below 3,000 rpm fo[...]

76 SER VICING YOUR OUTBOARD MOTOR Engine Oil Change An engine oil ev acuation device may be used to remove the engine oil. Drain the used oil while the engine is warm. W a rm oil drains quickly and completely . 1. Unlatch and remove the engine cover (p. 73 ). Remove the oil filler cap (p. 74 ). 2. Loosen the drain bolt cover screw using a flat blad[...]

77 SER VICING YOUR OUTBOARD MOTOR 4. Remove the en gine oil drain bolt and sealing washer . 5. Allow the used oil to drain completely , then install a new sealing washer on the engine oil drain bolt, and tighten it securely . 6. Reinstall the drain bolt cover . Impr op er disposal of engine oil can be harmful to the envir onm ent. If you change you[...]

78 SER VICING YOUR OUTBOARD MOTOR Engine Oil Recommendations Oil is a major factor af fecting performance and service life. Use 4-stroke detergent oil. SAE 5W -30 is recommended for general use. Honda recommends that you use API service category SG, SH or SJ oil. The SAE oil viscosity and service category are in the API label on the oil container .[...]

79 SER VICING YOUR OUTBOARD MOTOR 4. Inspect the spark plugs. Replace them if the electrodes are worn, or if the insulators are cracked or chipped. 5. Measure the spark plug electrode gap with a wire-type feeler gauge. Correct the gap, if necessary , by carefully bending the side electrode. The gap should be : 0.024 – 0.02 8 in (0.6 – 0.7 mm) 6[...]

80 SER VICING YOUR OUTBOARD MOTOR Apply Honda Marine Corrosion Inh ibitor (or equivalent) to all areas under the engine cover and any exposed metal surfaces except the belts. LOWER SWIVEL CASE PROPELLER SHAFT Lubrication Points Apply Honda Marine waterproof grease to the parts shown below: Lubrication interval: After the first 20 hours or 1 month, [...]

81 SER VICING YOUR OUTBOARD MOTOR REFUELING If you do not anticipate cycling through at least one complete tank of fuel within a 30 day perio d, we recommend adding Honda Marine Fuel Stabilizer each time you refuel. Portable Fuel T ank [standard equipment (Canadian types)] [optional equipment (American types)] FUEL T A NK CAP ACITY : 6.6 US gal (25[...]

82 SER VICING YOUR OUTBOARD MOTOR Refuel in a well-ventilated area. Fill the tank to the SAFE FILL LEVEL line. After refueling, in stall the cap and tighten it until you hear it click. Close the vent by turning the vent knob clockwise all the way , and return the fuel tank to t he boat. Using the fuel tank mounted in the boat. Check the fuel level [...]

83 SER VICING YOUR OUTBOARD MOTOR FUEL RECOMMENDA TIONS Use unleaded gasoline with a pump octane rating of 86 or higher . Y our outboard motor is certified to operate on unleaded gasoline. Unleaded gasoline produces fewer engine and spark plug deposits and extends exhaust system life. Never use stale or contaminated gasoline or an oil/gasoline mixt[...]

84 SER VICING YOUR OUTBOARD MOTOR Fuel Filter/W ater Separator Inspection and Service The fuel filter is located under the engine cover between the fuel coupling and the fuel pump. W ater or sediment accumulation in the filter can cause loss of power or hard starting. T o prevent engine malfunction, insp ect the filter and replace when necessary . [...]

85 SER VICING YOUR OUTBOARD MOTOR 2. Inspect the filter for water and/or sediment accumulation. If water and/or sediment are present, clean the strainer cup and filter or replace the filter as described in the following steps. Always replace the filter at the scheduled replacement interval (p. 71 ). 3. Remove the suspension strap from the fuel filt[...]

86 SER VICING YOUR OUTBOARD MOTOR 6. Unscrew the strainer cup from the filter body . 7. Thoroughly clean the strainer cup and fuel filter . If the fuel filter is contaminated, replace it with a new one. 8. Install the fuel filter , float, O-rings and strainer cup. Use new O-rings. TIGHTENING TORQUE: 2.2 lbf ∙ ft (3 N ∙ m, 0.3 kgf ∙ m) 9. Inst[...]

87 SER VICING YOUR OUTBOARD MOTOR 1 1. Connect the fuel hoses to the fuel filter securely with the hose clamps. Remove the fuel hose clips used to close the fuel hoses. 12. Securely connect the fuel hose connector to the outboard motor (refer to page 43 ). 13. Prime the engine usin g the priming bulb (p. 44 ). Check for fuel leaks. Repair any fu el[...]

88 SER VICING YOUR OUTBOARD MOTOR Fuel T ank Filter 1. Remove the four 5 mm screws using a flat screwdriver , then remove the fu el hose co nnector and fuel tank filter from the tank. 2. Clean the filter in nonflammable solvent. Inspect the fuel tank filter and the connector gasket. Replace them if damaged. 3. Reinstall the filter and hose connecto[...]

89 SER VICING YOUR OUTBOARD MOTOR Propeller Replacement [standard equipment (Canadian types)] [optional equipment (American types)] Before replacing the propeller , remove the emergency stop switch clip from the emer gency stop switch to prevent any possibility of the engine being st arted while you are working with the propeller . The propeller bl[...]

90 SER VICING YOUR OUTBOARD MOTOR 3. Install the propeller , the special spline washer and the plain washer . 4. Lightly tighten the castle nut by hand or wrench until the propeller has no free play . 5. T ighten the castle nut using a torque wrench. CASTLE NUT TIGHTENING TORQUE: 0.7 lbf ∙ ft (1 N ∙ m, 0.1 kgf ∙ m) 6. Then, using a to rque wr[...]

91 CLEANING AND FLUSHING Cleaning and Flushing After each use in salt water or dirty water , thoroughly clean and flush the outboard motor with fresh water . T ouch up any damaged paint, and coat areas that ma y rust with Hond a Corrosion Inhibitor , or equival ent. Lubricate controls with a sil icone spray lubricant. Do not apply water or corr osi[...]

92 CLEANING AND FLUSHING 3. Cover the three wa ter intakes with duct tape as shown abov e. 4. Remove the sealing washer from the wash screw and install the sealing washer on the flush kit coupler . 5. Install the flush kit coupler into the W ASH screw hole and connect a fresh water hose to the garden hose adapter . 6. Move the gearshift lever or co[...]

93 CLEANING AND FLUSHING 8. Start the engine. Monit or the cooling system in dicator . Stop the engine if water does not come out of the cooling system indicator and check the fresh water supply . 9. Allow the engine to run at idle for at least 5 minutes to clean the inside of the outboard motor . 10. S top the engine, and disconnect the fuel hose [...]

94 ST ORAGE Fuel Depending on the r egion wher e you operate your outboar d, fuel formulations may deteriorate and oxidize rapidly . Fuel deterioration and oxidation can occur in as little as 15 days and may ca use damage to the fuel system. Please check with your servicing dealer for local storage r ecommendations. Gasoline will oxidize and deteri[...]

95 ST ORAGE Draining the Fuel System Y ou can avo id fuel deterioration problems by drain ing the fuel tank and vapor separator . Before draining and checking the fuel system, check the fuel filter for contamination and/ or water accumulation. The fuel filter must be free of any contamination before proceeding (p. 84 ). Draining the vapor separator[...]

96 STORAGE 5. T ilt the outboard motor up until gasoline flows out of the drain tube. 6. Leave it in that position until the gasoline stops flowing. 7. After thoroughly draining , tighten the drain screw securely . 8. Check the drained gasoline for the presence of water or contamination. If either is present, you will have to reassemble and run the[...]

97 ST ORAGE Engine Oil 1. Change the engin e oil (p. 76 ). 2. Remove the spa rk plugs (p. 78 ), and remove the emergency stop switch clip from the emergency stop switch. 3. Pour 1 – 2 teaspoons (5 – 10 cm 3 ) (p. 111 ) of clean engine oil into each cylinder . 4. Using the emergency starter rope (p. 52 ), rotate the flywheel a few revolutions to[...]

98 STORAGE If the outboard motor will be removed from the boat for storage, we recommend storing it vertically by mounting it on a commercially available stand. If it is necessary to store the outboard motor horizontally as show n, drain the vapor separator (p. 95 ), and drain the engine oil (p. 76 ), before removing the outb oard motor from the bo[...]

99 TRANSPOR TING WITH OUTBOARD MOTOR INST ALLED ON BOA T When trailering a boat with the outboard motor attached, always disconnect the fuel line from the portable fuel tank. LH and LHT T ypes (tiller handle) T ighten the steering friction adjuster to prevent the out board motor from moving while trailering the boat. LRT and XRT T ypes (remote cont[...]

100 T AKING CARE OF UNEXPECTED PROBLEMS ENGINE WILL NOT ST AR T Possible Cause Correction Clip not inserted in emergency stop switch. Insert clip in emergency stop switch. Gearshift lever or control lever not in neutral position. Shift to neutral (p. 45 or 48 ). Throttle grip not in ST AR T po sition (tiller handle type). T urn throttle lever or gr[...]

101 T AKING CARE OF UNEXPECTED PROBLEMS ENGINE WILL NOT ST AR T Possible Cause Correction Out of fuel. Refuel (p. 81 ). Fuel vent closed (porta ble fuel tank). Open fuel filler cap vent (p. 36 ). Fuel hose not primed. Squeeze priming bulb (p. 44 ). Fuel filter or fuel tank filter clogged. Replace fuel filters (p. 84 and 88 ). Bad fuel; outboard mot[...]

102 T AKING CARE OF UN EXPECTED PROBLEMS ENGINE WILL NOT ST AR T Possible Cause Correction Battery connections loose or corroded. Clean and tighten ba ttery connections. Battery discharged. Rechar ge battery . Fuse(s) blown. Replace fuse(s) (p. 105 ). Spark plugs faulty , fouled, or improperly gapped. Gap or replace spark plugs (p. 78 ). Spark plug[...]

103 T AKING CARE OF UNEXPECTED PROBLEMS HARD ST AR TING OR ST ALLS AFTER ST AR TING Possible Cause Correction Throttle grip not in ST AR T position (tiller handle type). T urn throttle grip to ST AR T position (p. 46 ). Fast idle le ver ra ised (remote contro l/side-mount ty pe). Leave fast idle lever in the ST AR T position (p. 49 ). Fuel vent clo[...]

104 T AKING CARE OF UN EXPECTED PROBLEMS HARD ST AR TING OR ST ALLS AFTER ST AR TING ENGINE OVERHEA TS Possible Cause Correction Spark plugs faulty , fouled, or improperly gapped. Gap or replace spark plugs (p. 78 ). Fuel system malfunction, fuel pump failure, ignition malfunction, etc. T ake outboard motor to an authorized Hond a Marine dealer , o[...]

105 T AKING CARE OF UNEXPECTED PROBLEMS FUSES Electric S tarter Will Not Operate The 10A, 15A, and 30A fuses protect the electric starter relay and rel ated circuits. The 10A (3) fuse protects the ignit ion switch and related circuits. If this fuse blows, the engine will not start or run, and the power trim/tilt switch will not activate the trim/ti[...]

106 T AKING CARE OF UN EXPECTED PROBLEMS Fuse Replacement Disconnect the battery cable at the battery negative (–) terminal befor e r eplacing the fuse. Failur e to do so may cause a short cir cuit. Main Fuse 1. Stop the engine and disconnect the battery cable. 2. Remove the en gine cover . 3. Remove the fuse case lid. 4. Use the fuse puller to r[...]

107 T AKING CARE OF UNEXPECTED PROBLEMS OIL PRESSURE INDICA TOR GOES OFF AND ENGINE SPEED IS LIMITED LH and LHT T ypes (tiller handle) LRT and XRT T ypes (remote control) (internal buzzer) (GREEN) BUZZER (GREEN) 31ZZ46230.book 107 ページ ２０１３年９月２７日　 金曜日　午後１０時３１分[...]

108 T AKING CARE OF UN EXPECTED PROBLEMS If the throttle is closed suddenly after full throttle operation, engine speed may drop below the specified idle rpm, and that could activate the engine protection system momentarily . If low oil pressure activates the engine protection system, stop the engine, check the engine oil level (p. 74 ), and add oi[...]

109 T AKING CARE OF UNEXPECTED PROBLEMS If the engine is stopped aft er running at full throttle, and then restarted soon afterward, that could activate the engine protection system momentarily . If overheating activates the engine protection system, idle the engine in neutral, and check the cooling system indicator . If water is flowing from the c[...]

110 T AKING CARE OF UN EXPECTED PROBLEMS SUBMERGED OU TBOARD MOTOR A submerged outboard mo tor must be serviced immediately after it is recovered from the water in order to minimize corrosion. If there is a Honda Marine dealership nearby , take the outboard motor to the dealer immediately . If you are far from a dealer , proceed as follows: 1. Remo[...]

111 T AKING CARE OF UNEXPECTED PROBLEMS 6. Pour 1 – 2 teaspoons (5 – 10 cm 3 ) of engine oil into each spark plug hole, and then pu ll the emer gency starter rope several times to lubricate the inside of the cylinders. 7. Reinstall the spark plugs and alternator cover , and put the emergency stop switch cl ip into the emergency stop switch. 8. [...]

112 TECHNICAL INFORMA TION Serial Number Locations Record the product identification number , the engine serial number , and the date of purchase in the space provided on this page. Y ou will need these numbers when ordering parts, and when making technical or warranty inquiries (p. 121 ). The product identification number is stamped on a plate att[...]

113 TECHNICAL INFORMA TION Battery For complete informa tion, refer to the battery manufactu rer ’ s ins tructions. Minimum Requirements 12V – 52Ah/5HR (65Ah/20HR) (CCA420A) • Be car eful to avoid connecting the battery in r e verse polarity , as this will damage the battery-char ging system in the outboar d motor . • Do not disconnect the [...]

114 TECHNICAL INFORMA TION PGM-FI System The PGM-FI system uses sequential multiport fuel injection. It has two subsystems: Engine Control, and Fuel Control. The Engine Control Module (ECM) uses various sensors to determine how much air is going into the engine. It then controls how much fuel to inject under all operating conditions. The U.S., Cali[...]

115 TECHNICAL INFORMA TION Problems That May Affect Emissions If you are aware of any of the following symptoms, h ave your engine inspected and repaired by yo ur servicing dealer . • Hard starting or stalling after starting. • Rough idle. • Misfiring or backfiring under load. • Afterburning (backfir ing). • Black exhaus t smoke or high f[...]

116 TECHNICAL INFORMA TION S tar Label US, Puerto Rico, and US V irgin Islands A Star label was applied to this outboard motor in accordance with the requirements of the California Air Resources Board. The S tar Label means Cleaner Marine Engine The Symbol for Cleaner Marine Engines: Cleaner Air and W ater - for healthier lifestyle and environment.[...]

117 TECHNICAL INFORMA TION One S tar Low Emission The one-star label identifies engines that meet the Air Resources Board’ s Personal W atercraft and Outboard marine engine 2001 exhaust emission standards. Engines meeting these stan dards have 75% lower emissions than conventional carbureted two-stroke engine s. These engines are equivalent to th[...]

118 TECHNICAL INFORMA TION Specifications MODEL BF40D Description code BBDJ Ty p e LH LRT Overall length 31.3 in (794 mm) 27.3 in (694 mm ) Overall width 14.6 in (372 mm ) Overall height 53.7 in (1,364 m m) T ransom height (when transo m angle is 12°) 20.5 in (521 mm ) Dry mass [weight]* 220 lbs (100 kg) 216 lbs (98 kg) Rated power 29.8 kW (40 HP)[...]

119 TECHNICAL INFORMA TION Specifications MODEL BF50D Description code BBEJ Ty p e LHT LRT, XRT Overall length 31.3 in (794 mm) 27.3 in (694 mm ) Overall width 14.6 in (372 mm ) Overall height 53.7 in (1,3 64 mm) LRT: 53.7 in (1,364 mm) XRT: 57.7 in (1,465 mm) T ransom height (when transo m angle is 12°) 20.5 in (521 mm) LRT: 20.5 in (521 mm) XRT:[...]

120 TECHNICAL INFORMA TION BF40D/BF50D T une-up Spark plug gap 0.024 – 0.028 in (0.6 – 0.7 mm ) See page 79 Idle speed 850 ± 50 rpm See shop manual V alve clearance Intake: 0.15 ± 0.02 mm Exhaust: 0.23 ± 0.02 mm See shop manual Other specifications No other adjustment is needed 31ZZ46230.book 120 ページ ２０１３年９月２７日　 ?[...]

121 CONSUMER INFORMA TION Honda Publications (United S tates, Puerto Rico, and U.S. V irgin Islands) These publications will give you additional information for maintaining and repairing your outboard motor . Shop Manual This manual covers complete maintenance and overhaul procedures. It is intended to be used by a skilled technician. A vailable th[...]

122 CONSUMER INFORMA TION Please include the following information in yo ur communication: • Y our name, addre ss and telephone number (complete with area code) • Model and complete serial number • Date of p urchase • Name and location of selling dealer • Name and location of servicing dealer (if different) • A detailed description of y[...]

123 CONSUMER INFORMA TION W arranty Service Please remember that recommended maintenance interval servicing is not included in your warran ty coverage. Additionally , your warranty does not apply to the normal wear of items (such as spark plug(s), water pump, etc.). As the owner of a Honda product, your servicing dealer may ask you to authorize an [...]

124 CONSUMER INFORMA TION W arranty S tatements The American Honda Distributor ’ s Limite d W arranty applies to outboards purchased in the United S tates , Puerto Rico, or the U.S. V irgin Islands. The Honda Canada Distributor ’ s W arranty applies to outboards purchase d in Canada. The product warranty is only valid in th e country where the [...]

125 CONSUMER INFORMA TION T o Qualify for This W arranty: The Honda Outboard Motor must be purchased from American Honda or a dealer authorized by American Honda to sell Honda Outboa rd Motors in the United States, Puerto Rico, or the U.S. V irgin Islands. This limited warranty applies to the first retail purchaser and each subsequent owner during [...]

126 CONSUMER INFORMA TION Exclusions: This warranty does not ex tend to the following: • Conditions caused by lack of routine maintenance or improper storage (as outlined in the Owner ’ s Manual) • Conditions caused by the use of propeller (s) that do not allow the outboard motor to run in its recommended full throttle rpm range • Operation[...]

127 CONSUMER INFORMA TION T o Qualify for This W arranty: 1. The accessories or replacement parts must be purchased from American Honda or a dealer , distributor , or distributor ’ s dealer authori zed by American Honda to sell those products in the United S tates, Puerto Rico, and the U.S. V ir gin Islands. Parts and Accessories must be purchase[...]

128 CONSUMER INFORMA TION T o Obtain W arranty Service: Y ou must, at your ex pense, take the Honda Outboard Motor product accessory or replacement part or the outboard motor or bo at on which the accessory or replacement part is installed, and proof of purchase to any Honda Marine authorized service facility or dealer in the United States, Puerto [...]

129 CONSUMER INFORMA TION Emission Control System W arranty Y our new Honda outbo ard engine complies with both the U.S. EP A and State of California emissi on regulations. American Hond a provides the same em ission warranty coverage for outboard engines sold in all 50 states. In all areas of the United States your outboard engine must be designed[...]

130 CONSUMER INFORMA TION OWNER’S W ARRANTY RESPONSIB ILITIES: As the outboard engine owner , you are responsible for the performance of the required maintenance listed in your owner ’ s manual. American Honda Motor Co., Inc. recommends that you retain all receipts covering maintenance on your outboa rd engine, but American Honda Motor Co., Inc[...]

131 CONSUMER INFORMA TION T O OBT AIN W A RRANTY SER VICE: Y ou must take your Ho nda outboard engine, along with your sales registration card or other pro of of original purchase date, at your expense, to any Honda Marine dealer that is authorized by American Honda Motor Co., Inc. to sell an d service that Honda marine product during its normal bu[...]

132 CONSUMER INFORMA TION EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM W ARRANTY P AR TS: SYSTEMS COVERED BY THIS W ARRANTY : P AR TS DESCRIPTION: Fuel Metering Carburetor assembly , Throttle body , Fuel injector , Fuel pump, Fuel pressure regulator , Throttle position sensor , Intake air temperature sensor , Engine temperature sensor , Manifold absolute pressu re sens[...]

133 CONSUMER INFORMA TION Canada Distributor’s W arranty HONDA CANADA INC., for and on behalf of Honda Motor Co. Ltd., T okyo, Japan, gives the following written warranty on each new marine product manufactured by Honda Motor Co. Ltd., Jap an, distributed in Canada by Honda Canada Inc. and sold by authorized Honda Marine dealers. Whenever used he[...]

134 CONSUMER INFORMA TION THIS W ARRANTY DOES NOT COVER a) Any repairs required as a re sult of collision, accident, striking any object, misuse or lack of required maintenance; b) Any repairs required as a result of any attachments, parts or devices installed by or rep airs done by a party other than an authorized Honda dealer; c) Any outboard tha[...]

135 CONSUMER INFORMA TION REPLACEMENT P ARTS AND ACCESSOR Y W ARRANTY New genuine Honda replace ment parts or accessories sold to a consumer or installed by an au thorized Hond a Marine dealer which are not covered by the DISTRIBUTORS W ARRANTY are warranted for a period of one year from date of purchase , provided, however , that this Replacement [...]

136 INDEX Alternator (ACG) Indicator ......................... ................. 32 Anodes ..................... .................. ...................... ............. 37 Replacement ........ ............................................. ........ 88 ARE YOU READY TO GET UNDER W A Y ? .............. 38 Battery ..................... ................[...]

137 INDEX Fast Idle Lever ............................... ....................... ........ 27 Fuel Filler Cap V ent Knob [standard equipment (Canadian types)], [optional equipment (American types)] ........... 36 Filter/W ater Separator Inspection and Service ......... 84 Gauge [standard equipment (Canadian types)], [optional equipment (American ty[...]

138 INDEX Oil Pressure Indicator .................... ....................... ........ 33 OIL PRESSURE INDICA TOR GOES OFF AND ENGINE SPEED IS LIMITED ................... ........... 107 OPERA TION ................................. ....................... ........ 41 OTHER FEA TURES ................................... ................. 35 OUTBOARD [...]

139 INDEX T achometer [standard equipment (Canadian types)], [optional equipment (LR T A and XR T A types)] ....... 31 T AKING CARE OF UNEXPECTED PROBLEMS .. 100 TECHNICAL INFORMA TION .................. ............... 1 12 THE IMPOR T ANCE OF MAINTENANCE ............... 67 Throttle Friction Adjuster (LH and LHT T ypes) ................... 22 Grip[...]

140 MEMO 31ZZ46230.book 140 ページ ２０１３年９月２７日　 金曜日　午後１０時３１分[...]

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