8 GENERAL SAFETY INFORMATION
GENERAL SAFETY INFORMATION NOTICE : DANGER/WARNING/CAUTION/Note Before installing, operating or otherwise handling your outboard motor, be sure to thoroughly read and understand this Owner's Manual and carefully follow all of the instructions. Of particular importance is information preceded by the words "DANGER," "WARNING," "CAUTION," and "Note." Always pay special attention to such information to ensure safe operation of the outboard motor at all times.
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DANGER
Failure to observe will result in severe personal injury or death, and possibly property damage.
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WARNING
Failure to observe could result in severe personal injury or death, or property damage.
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CAUTION
Failure to observe could result in personal injury or property damage.
Note This instruction provides special information to facilitate the use or maintenance of the outboard motor or to clarify important points.
EMERGENCY STOP SWITCH The Emergency Stop Switch will stall the outboard motor when the stop switch tether is pulled off. This stop switch tether can be attached to the operator of the outboard motor to minimize or prevent injuries from the propeller in case the operator falls overboard. We highly recommend use of the Emergency Stop Switch tether.
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WARNING
Accidental activation of the Emergency Stop Switch (such as the tether being pulled out in heavy seas) could cause passengers to lose their balance and even fall overboard, or it could result in loss of power in heavy seas, strong currents, or high winds. Loss of control while mooring is another potential hazard. To minimize accidental activation of the Emergency Stop Switch, the 500 mm (20 inch.) stop switch tether is coiled and can extended to a full 1,300 mm (51 inch.).
