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All information in this publication is based on the latest product information available at the time of approval for printing.  \nHonda Motor Co., Ltd. reserves the right to make changes at any time without notice and without incurring any obligation.  \nNo part of this publication may be reproduced without written permission.  \nThis manual should be considered a permanent part of the Outboard Motor and should remain with it ifit is resold.  \nThroughout this manual, you will see safety messages proceeded by the following words and symbols. Here’s what they mean:  \nIndicates serious injury or death WILL result if instructions are not followed.  \nIndicates a strong possibility that serious personal injury or death may result if instructions are not followed.  \nIndicates a possibility that personal injury or equipment damage could result if instructions are not followed.  \nIndicates that equipment or property damage could result if instructions are not followed.  \n Gives helpful information.  \nIf a problem should arise, or if you have any questions about the Outboard Motor, consult an authorized Honda Outboard Motor dealer.  \nHonda Outboard Motors are designed to give safe and dependable service if operated according to instructions. Read and  \nunderstand the Owner’s Manual before operating the Outboard  \nMotor. Failure to do so could result in personal injury or equipment damage.  \n• The illustration may vary according to the type.  \nHonda Motor Co., Ltd. 2016, All Rights Reserved  \nBF4A/BF5D/BF6A are provided with the following types according to the shaft length, control system, and charging system.  \n• According to Shaft Length  \nS: Short Shaft  \nL: Long Shaft  \n• According to Control System  \nH: Tiller Handle Type  \n• According to Charging System  \nN: Without System  \nTYPE CODE (Example)  \nS H N U  \nDestination  \nU=Europe D=General export Charging System N=Without System Throttle type  \nH: Tiller Handle Type Shaft Length S=Short Shaft L=Long Shaft  \nModel Type  \nShaft Length SL  \nFuel Tank Internal fuel tank Portable fuel tank  \nCharging System  \nBF4A  \nSHND  \nSHNU  \n●  \n●  \n*  \nLHND  \nLHNU  \n●●  \n*  \nBF5D BF6A  \nSHND  \nSHNU  \n●  \n●  \n*  \n*  \nSHD  \nSHU  \n●  \n●  \n*  \n●  \nLHND  \nLHNU  \n●●  \n*  \n*  \nLHD  \nLHU  \n●●  \n*  \n●  \nSHND  \nSHNU  \n●  \n●  \n*  \n*  \nSHD  \nSHU  \n●  \n●  \n*  \n●  \nLHND  \nLHNU  \n●●  \n*  \n*  \nLHD  \nLHU  \n●●  \n*  \n●  \n*: Optional equipment  \n  Note that the types of the outboard motor differ according to the countries where they are sold.  \nCheck the type of your outboard motor and read this Owner’s Manual thoroughly before operation.  \nTexts with no type indication are the information and/or procedures common to all types.  \nENGINE SERIAL NUMBER  \nFRAME SERIAL NUMBER  \nRecord the frame and engine serial numbers for your reference. Refer to the serial numbers when ordering parts, and when making technical or warranty inquiries.  \nThe frame serial number is stamped on a plate attached on the left side of the stern bracket.  \nThe engine serial number is located on the cylinder block.  \nFrame serial number:  \nEngine serial number:  \n1. SAFETY ...................................................................... 6  \nSAFETY INFORMATION ....................................... 6  \n2. SAFETY LABEL LOCATIONS ................................ 9  \nCE mark location ..................................................... 11  \n3. COMPONENT IDENTIFICATION ......................... 12  \n4. CONTROLS .............................................................. 14  \nStarter Grip .............................................................. 14  \nShift Lever ............................................................... 14  \nFuel Valve Lever ..................................................... 15  \nHandle Stopper ........................................................ 16  \nChoke Knob .........","cbCait1QrFUWAkae","https://ap.wps.com/l/cbCait1QrFUWAkae","pdf",19283845,112,"English","# SAFETY\n## SAFETY INFORMATION\n# SAFETY LABEL LOCATIONS\n## CE mark location\n# COMPONENT IDENTIFICATION\n# CONTROLS\n## Starter Grip\n## Shift Lever\n## Fuel Valve Lever\n## Handle Stopper\n## Choke Knob\n## Throttle Grip\n## Throttle Friction Knob\n## Fuel Primer Bulb\n## Emergency Stop Switch\n## Emergency Stop Switch Lanyard/Clip\n## Oil Pressure Indicator Light\n## Tilt Lever\n## Anode Metal\n## Cooling Water Check Hole\n## Cooling Water Intake Port\n## Engine Cover Latch\n## Steering Friction Bolt\n## Transom Angle Adjusting Rod\n## Fuel Filler Cap Vent Knob/Fuel Gauge\n## Fuel Filler Cap Vent Knob\n## Clamp Screws\n## Fuel Inlet Cap and Fuel Inlet (BF5D and BF6A)\n## Fuel Line Connector\n# INSTALLATION\n## Transom Height\n## Location\n## Installation Height\n## Outboard Motor Attachment\n## Outboard Motor Angle (Cruising)\n## Battery Connections\n## Battery Charge Cable\n# PRE-OPERATION CHECKS","[{\"question\":\"What safety information does the manual emphasize before operation?\",\"answer\":\"The manual explains safety messages using symbols and words indicating serious injury or death, strong possibility of serious injury or death, and the possibility of personal injury or equipment damage. It also stresses reading and understanding the Owner’s Manual before operating the outboard motor.\"},{\"question\":\"How can I identify the correct type of my outboard motor?\",\"answer\":\"The manual provides a TYPE CODE system based on shaft length, control system, and charging system, and notes that types differ by country. It instructs readers to check the type of the outboard motor and read the Owner’s Manual thoroughly before operation.\"},{\"question\":\"Where are the frame and engine serial numbers located, and why record them?\",\"answer\":\"The frame serial number is stamped on a plate attached on the left side of the stern bracket, and the engine serial number is located on the cylinder block. Recording them supports ordering parts and making technical or warranty inquiries.\"}]","Honda Outboard Motor Owner’s Manual - BF4A/BF5D/BF6A - Operation and Maintenance | PDF",1792791055,282]