1977 Johnson 2HP Outboards Service Manual, Page 2Get this manual
SAFETY WARNING Proper service and repair is important for the safe, reliabIe operation of all mechanical productsThe service procedures we recommend and describe in this service manual are effective methods for performing service operationsSome of these service operations require the use of tools specially designed for the purposeThese special tools should used when and as recommendedIt is important to note that some warnings against the use of specific service methods that damage the engine or render it unsafe are stated in this service manualHowever, please remember that these warnings are not all inclusiveSince Johnson Motors could not possibIy know, evaluate and advise the service trade of possibIe ways in which service might done of the possibIe hazardous consequences of each way, we have not undertaken such broad evaluationAccordingly, who uses service procedure or tool which is not recommended Johnson Motors must first thoroughly satisfy himself that neither his nor the engine's safety will jeopardized the service methods selectedHousings and covers around the power head are machinery guardsOperation of the motor with these guards removed exposes the operator to additional hazardsWhen replacing components having safety warnings attached, the safety warnings must attached to the replacement partsSAFETY The purpose of the safety symbols is to attract your attention to possibIe dangersThe symbols, and the explanations with them, deserve your careful attention and understandingSafety warnings do not themselves eliminate dangerThe instructions or warnings they give are not substitutes for proper accident prevention measuresSAFETY WARNING Failure to safety warning to your or to othersresult in injury