1-3GBEMU00918SAFETYINFORMATION Before mounting or operating the out-board motor, read this entire manual.Reading it should give you an under-standing of the motor and its operation. Before operating the boat, read anyowner’s or operator’s manuals suppliedwith it and all labels. Be sure you under-stand each item before operating. Do not overpower the boat with this out-board motor. Overpowering the boatcould result in loss of control. The ratedpower of the outboard should be equal toor less than the rated horsepower capac-ity of the boat. If the rated horsepowercapacity of the boat is unknown, consultthe dealer or boat manufacturer. Do not modify the outboard. Modificationscould make the motor unfit or unsafe touse. Never operate after drinking alcohol ortaking drugs. About 50% of all boatingfatalities involve intoxication. Have an approved personal flotationdevice (PFD) on board for every occu-pant. It is a good idea to wear a PFDwhenever boating. At a minimum, childrenand non-swimmers should always wearPFDs, and everyone should wear PFDswhen there are potentially hazardousboating conditions. Gasoline (Petrol) is highly flammable, andits vapors are flammable and explosive.Handle and store gasoline (Petrol) care-fully. Make sure there are no gas fumes orleaking fuel before starting the engine.