Owner’ s Man ual Owner’s Manual Model Numbers: TOB-120,TOB-300 P/N 25153 Date 05-19-01 OUTBO ARD MO TORS OUTBOARD MOT TOB-120 TOB-300 Supplier To The Outdoor Power Equipment Industry ISM, Inc. • 1028 4th Street SW • Auburn, WA 98001 • Phone: (253) 333-1200 • Fax: (253) 333-1212 www.tanakapowerequipment.com custsvc@tanaka-ism.
TOB-120,TOB-300 Owner’s Manual A Message to Tanaka Customers Welcome to the world of Tanaka equipment. We are pleased that you have purchased the best equipment available. The care you give your Tanaka equipment will determine the satisfaction and service life you will obtain from it. Use this manual as your guide. By observing the instructions and suggestions in this manual, your Tanaka equipment will serve you well for many years.
TOB-120,TOB-300 Owner’s Manual Instructions contained in this manual apply to models listed on this page. Use the instructions that apply to your unit. Models Model………… TOB 120 Outboard Motor Model………… TOB 300 Outboard Motor Specific Model Number and Serial Number of your equipment are on a label on the unit. Record numbers below and use them whenever parts or service are required.
TOB-120,TOB-300 Owner’s Manual Safety Precautions cont. Preparation NEVER allow smoking materials, sparks or flame (match, pilot light, etc.) near unit or gasoline container. Thoroughly inspect Outboard Motor for damage, chipped propellers, fuel leaks, etc. before operating this unit. Check fuel supply before starting motor. Always start boating trips with a full tank. NEVER attempt to make any adjustments to unit while motor is running (except where specifically recommended).
TOB-120,TOB-300 Owner’s Manual Safety Precautions cont. Boating, Trailering and Auxiliary Use Tips When trailering this unit, secure motor in an upright (vertical) position against boat transom. Do not trailer with unit tilted up. If unit must be transported while tilted up, place a suitable brace, such as a 2 x 4, between motor bracket and motor leg. Tie down motor leg against brace to prevent damage to motor leg.
TOB-120,TOB-300 Owner’s Manual Preparation for Operation WARNING: Failure to follow all instructions could result in personal injury and/or damage to unit. Remove wire from spark plug before attempting any adjustment or assembly procedures. Instructions contained in this manual apply to several models. Use the instructions that apply to your unit. Fuel Mixture IMPORTANT: 2-cycle engines require that oil be mixed with fuel. Refer to Fuel in Operation section of this manual for recommended mixture.
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TOB-120,TOB-300 Owner’s Manual Operation PRE-STARTING IMPORTANT: 2-cycle engines require that oil be mixed with gasoline (refer to Fuel section below for proper mixture). CAUTION: Make sure all hardware is tight, all safety devices are in place and operating, all adjustments are made correctly, that Stop Switch on models equipped with them, stops motor and that Throttle Lever moves freely. Fuel IMPORTANT: Failure to mix oil with gasoline will result in seizure and severe damage to motor.
TOB-120,TOB-300 Owner’s Manual Tilt Adjustment Motor tilt must be adjusted to propel boat through the water with an even keel. If the motor is tilted too far outward, bow of the boat would ride too high in the water obscuring the operator's view and be susceptible to sudden movement by high winds and waves. If the motor is tilted too far inward, the bow may dig into high waves or wakes. A 12 to 15 degree tilt is recommended.
TOB-120,TOB-300 Owner’s Manual STARTING CAUTION: DO NOT attempt to start motor at this time. Familiarize yourself with controls to see what they do, how they work and thoroughly read and understand entire Owner's manual first. WARNING: Insure all guards and safety devices are installed and working properly before starting. WARNING: Rotating propeller can cause serious Injury.
TOB-120,TOB-300 Owner’s Manual Rewind Starter Grasp Rewind Starter handle and pull rope slowly until you feel some resistance, then pull rope with a rapid stroke and allow rope to rewind slowly. Repeat above instructions until motor starts. CAUTION: Never start motor at full throttle or stand up while starting motor. WARNING: When motor starts, propeller may start to rotate at a high rate of speed. Reduce Throttle speed Immediately.
TOB-120,TOB-300 Owner’s Manual Lubrication and Maintenance Maintenance, replacement, or repair of the emission control devices and systems may be performed by any non-road engine repair establishment or individual. Your Tanaka Dealer will be happy to provide any service required to keep your Outboard Motor operating at peak efficiency. CAUTION: Stop motor, wait for moving parts to stop and disconnect spark plug wire before attempting any lubrication or maintenance procedures.
TOB-120,TOB-300 Owner’s Manual Motor Cooling The motor is air cooled, and air must circulate freely around motor and over cooling fins on cylinder head to prevent overheating. Once a year or every one hundred (100) operating hours, more often if conditions require) clean fins and external surfaces of motor of dust, dirt and oil deposits which can contribute to improper cooling. IMPORTANT: DO NOT operate motor with motor shroud or muffler guard removed as this will cause overheating and motor damage.
TOB-120,TOB-300 Owner’s Manual Adjustments Carburetor IMPORTANT: To prevent damage to carburetor, have idle adjustment performed by an trained professional. Tanaka company recommends that you take your unit to your Tanaka dealer when these adjustment are necessary. Model 120 Carburetor has a fixed high speed jet screw which is preset at factory and does not need adjustment. Model 300 Carburetor is preset at the factory, however, due to weather changes or after extended use it may require idle adjustment.
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