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2004 Operator’s Guide 8 HORSEPOWER R4, RL4 Our First Words to the Owner/Operator This Operator’s Guide is an essential part of your Johnson outboard. It contains pertinent information which, if followed, will provide you with a thorough understanding needed for proper operation, maintenance, care and above all safety! The safety section of this Guide comes first because it is our first priority and it should be yours too.

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It is strongly recommended that you read this Guide from front cover to rear cover. Following this recommendation will assure the completeness of the information that is essential to your safety, the safety of any passengers and other boaters. An Operator’s Readiness Test has been prepared on the last page of this Guide. Be safe! All passengers should be familiar with the proper operation of your boat and Johnson outboard. Be certain they fully understand and respect the controls and operation. Each operator is responsible for the safety of all passengers and other boaters. Please make safety your first priority and complete a boating safety course through your local Coast Guard, Power Squadron, Red Cross or State Boating Law Agency. The pleasures of owning and operating a Johnson outboard can be significant. We strongly believe the rewards for following our recommendations will be worthwhile. Remember that YOU are the key to safety. Good safety practices not only protect you but also protect the people around you. Having fun is what it’s all about and, with your cooperation, the pertinent information in this Guide can ensure a safe and enjoyable experience. Enjoy the great outdoors on the water. WARNING Be careful! Human error is caused by many factors: carelessness, fatigue, overload, preoccupation, unfamiliarity of operator with the product, drugs and alcohol to name a few. Damage to your boat and outboard can be fixed in a short period of time, but injury or death has a lasting effect. For your safety and the safety of others, read this Guide from cover to cover and follow all safety warnings and recommendations. Do not disregard any of the safety precautions and instructions. Anyone operating your boat should first read and understand this Guide before they operate your boat and motor. The following trademarks are the property of Bombardier Motor Corporation of America or its affiliates: Evinrude® Evinrude®/Johnson® Genuine Parts Evinrude®/Johnson® 4-Stroke outboard oil Evinrude®/Johnson® ultra 4-Stroke synthetic blend oil Evinrude®/Johnson® anti-corrosion spray Johnson® 2+4® fuel conditioner Hi-Vis® gearcase lubricant Triple-Guard® grease Twist-GripTM Ultra-HPFTM gearcase lubricant Contents GENERAL INFORMATION . 2 SAFETY — THE RIGHT PLACE TO GET STARTED 2 PRODUCT REFERENCES, ILLUSTRATIONS AND SPECIFICATIONS . 4 BOMBARDIER LIMITED WARRANTY FOR JOHNSON 4-STROKE OUTBOARD ENGINES SOLD IN THE UNITED STATES AND CANADA 5 BOMBARDIER LIMITED WARRANTY FOR 4-STROKE JOHNSON OUTBOARD ENGINES SOLD OUTSIDE THE UNITED STATES AND CANADA 8 CALIFORNIA EMISSION CONTROL WARRANTY STATEMENT 9 FEATURES . 12 ENGINE SPECIFICATIONS 14 EMERGENCY STOP SWITCH 15 WARNING SIGNAL . 15 FUEL AND OIL . 16 FUEL . OIL . ADDITIVES FUEL SYSTEMS . BREAK-IN (10 HOURS) BEFORE START-UP . START-UP . ENGINE STOPPING . SHIFTING AND SPEED CONTROL . EMERGENCY STARTING FUEL ECONOMY MOTOR ANGLE ADJUSTMENT TRAILERING . TILTING AND TILT SUPPORT . SHALLOW-WATER DRIVE PROPELLER SELECTION . MOORING . FLUSHING ENGINE OVERHEATING IMPACT DAMAGE LOW OIL PRESSURE WARNING STORING CARRYING AND TRANSPORTING . SPECIAL OPERATING CONDITIONS . ENGINE EMISSIONS INFORMATION 10-HOUR INSPECTION OFF-SEASON STORAGE PRE-SEASON SERVICE CRANKCASE OIL AND FILTER ADJUSTMENTS LUBRICATION SPARK PLUGS . PROPELLER . ANTICORROSION ANODES BATTERY TROUBLE CHECK CHART ENGINE MAINTENANCE AND INSPECTION SCHEDULE . INSTALLATION 16 17 17 17 18 19 21 23 23 24 25 26 26 26 28 28 28 29 30 31 31 32 32 33 34 35 35 36 37 39 40 42 42 43 44 46 48 50 ENGINE STARTING . 19 OPERATION . 26 MAINTENANCE 34 2003 Bombardier Motor Corporation of America. TM, ® Trademarks and registered trademarks of Bombardier Motor Corporation of America or its affiliates. 1 GENERAL INFORMATION SAFETY — THE RIGHT PLACE TO GET STARTED This Operator’s Guide contains essential information to help prevent personal injury and damage to equipment. It will acquaint the operator and passengers with the Evinrude/Johnson outboard and its controls, operation, maintenance and boating safety measures. Make sure all operators read, understand and follow the contents. This Guide should be kept in a w ….. …

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