Understanding the Outboard Motor (2nd Edition) - Hardcover

Stagner, Eugene (Author)

9780138619800: Understanding the Outboard Motor (2nd Edition)

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0138619808 ISBN 13: 9780138619800

Publisher: Prentice Hall College Div, 1998

A must-have guide for small engine repair journeymen, this practical manual on outboard mechanics (ideal for use in conjunction with a factory service manual) explains the technical theory of operation necessary to prepare for certification or recertification tests, empowering readers with a basic understanding that will help them troubleshoot and repair quickly and with confidence. Reflecting today's latest advances, it presents the fundamentals of two- and four-cycle outboards, with thorough coverage of theory, diagnostics, service, and major repairs, and thoroughly examines such present-day technology as oil injection, fuel injection, and electronic ignition systems. Adds new material on four-stroke outboard, powerhead engines, and more. Various boating performance problems are considered, and precautionary sections are included ("Safety: You Are In Charge" - a safety presentation on school shop tools and situations - plus "Coast Guard Rules For The Road.")

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From the Publisher:

For the journeyman outboard mechanic, this manual explains the technical theory of operation necessary to prepare for that certification or recertification test in the future. It will be profitable for the reader because of the basic understanding which will be gained.

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Reflecting the latest advances, this practical manual on outboard mechanics explains the technical theory of operation necessary to prepare for certification or re-certification tests. It empowers users with a basic understanding that will help them troubleshoot and repair quickly and with confidence.Chapter topics include the general use and maintenance of outboard motors, two-stroke and four-stroke operation, two-stroke and four-stroke powerhead, electricity /electronics for the technician, the marine battery, starter system, alternator charging system, ignition systems, fuel system operation, tune-up, midsection/lower unit, trim and tilt system, propeller performance, and boat performance problems.For outboard mechanics, boat owners, and marine dealerships.

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