60-70HP
85Pages

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Read this owner’s manual carefully before you start using your outboard motor. Whenever you sail, take this manual on board, inside a waterproof cover. This manual should be given with the outboard motor if it is sold.

To the owner Powertec motor. This Owner’s Manual contains the necessary information for its proper functioning, maintenance and care. A thorough understanding of these simple instructions will help you enjoy you new motor fully. If you have any doubts about the Powertec motor, consult your dealer. In this Owner’s Manual you can distinguish important information in the following way: fi\ This is the symbol of safety alert. It is used to warn you about possible risk of injury. Comply with all the safety messages followed by this symbol to avoid possible injuries or death. ndicates a dangerous...

Contents Table Safety Information Outboard motor safety Propeller Revolving Parts Hot Parts Electric Shock Motor Raising and Trimming Lanyard Stop Switch (Cord) Gasoline Gasoline Spillage Carbon Monoxide Modifications Sailing Safety Alcohol and drugs Life Jackets People in the water Passengers Excess Load Avoiding Collision Weather Conditions Passenger Training Documentation on Sailing Safety Legislation and Regulations General Information Identification Numbers Registration Outboard Motor Serial Number CE Mark Read the manuals and the labels Warning Labels Specifications and Requirements...

Raising Block Mechanism 22 Raised Motor support for elevation and trimming motor models or hydraulic raising 23 Cowl Lock(s) (rotating type) 23 Motor Control System 25 Outboard Motor Assembly 26 First Time Usage 28 Getting to know your boat 29 Verifications before starting the engine 29 Fuel Level 29 Lanyard Stop Switch (cord) 30 Oil 30 Functioning after a long storage period 31 Install the cowl 31 Raising and trimming motor system checking Battery Fuel and Motor Oil Filling Fueling for mobile tank Oil Filling for electric start models Motor Starting Verifications after starting the engine...

Lowering Procedure (Motor raising and trimming models) 49 Hydraulic elevation models 49 Motor raising and trimming models 51 Sailing in other conditions 52 Outboard Motor transport and storage 53 Outboard Motor Storage 53 Lubrication (Oil Injection Models) 55 Outboard Motor Cleaning 55 Verification of Painted Motor Surface 55 Severe Functioning Conditions Maintenance Table 1 57 Spark Plugs Cleaning and Adjustment 60 Gasoline Filter Verification 61 Ralent Speed Inspection 61 Verification for water inside the motor oil tank 62 Verification of Cables and Connectors 62 Fuel Tank Cleaning 65...

Powertec Motor Safety Follow these CAUTIONS at all times. Propeller There is danger of injuries or even death if people have any contact with the propeller. The propeller may keep rotating even with the engine on neutral, and the sharp edges of the propeller can cut even when it is still. Stop the engine if there is a person in the water near the boat. Keep the people far from the propeller, even with the engine off. Rotating Pieces Hands, feet, hair, jewelery, clothes, life jacket straps, etc. might get tangled with the rotating inner pieces of the motor. This would cause severe injuries...

Do not cross the cord over a place from which it may unhook accidentally. If the cord is unhooked during functioning, the motor will stop and you will practically lose directional control. The boat may decelerate quickly and cause people and objects to fall into the water. Gasoline Gasoline and its vapors are highly flammable and explosive. Refuel always according to the procedure on page 39 to reduce the risk of fire or explosion. Gasoline Spillage Be careful not to spill gasoline. If gasoline is spilled, clean it immediately with dry cloth. Get rid of the cloth in an appropriate way. If...

Passengers Consult your boat’s manufacturer's instructions in order to obtain details on the appropriate place where passengers should be placed on the boat and make sure that these are placed correctly before accelerating and when you sail over the ralenti speed. If passengers are standing or sitting on improper places they may fall into the water or inside the boat due to the waves, wakes or sudden speed or direction changes. Even when passengers are correctly positioned, warn them if you have to perform any unusual maneuver. Always avoid jumping over waves or wakes. Excess Load Do not...

Passenger Training Make sure that at least one every two passengers knows how to operate the boat in case of an emergency. Documentation on Sailing Safety Be informed on Sailing Safety. You can obtain additional documentation and information from many sailing organizations. Legislation and Regulations Be familiar with the marine laws and dispositions applicable on the place you are sailing and obey them. On the different geographical locations there exist diverse rules, but they all basically coincide with the International Course Rules.

Identification Numbers Registration Powertec Motor Serial Number The Powertec Motor Serial Numbe r is printed on the fixed label next to port binding support. Register your outboard motor serial number on the given spaces to facilitate when you have to ask your dealer for respects or for reference in case your Powertec motor is stolen.

General Information

Read the manuals and the labels Before using or handling this motor: Read this manual Read all the manuals provided with the boat Powertec If you need additional information, contact your Powertec dealer. Warning Labels If this labels are damaged or missing, contact your dealer to get a replacement. 60

A WARNING Emergency starting does not have start-ingear pratecdon. Ensure shift contral is in neutral before starting engine. Label Content The previous warning labels have the following meanings: Emergency start does not provide protection against starting in gear. Check that gear control is neutral before starting the engine. Keep hands, hair and clothes away from rotating components while the motor is working. Do not touch or remove the electric components when you are starting the engine or while it is working. Read the owner’s manuals and the labels. Use an approved personal floating...