Patent ID: 6923047
Filing Date: 2005-08-02
Classification: F02B,F02D

Abstract:
1. A reset system for an outboard engine, comprising: a time summating means for summating cumulative operation time of the engine for control of a predetermined factor; a memory means for storing the cumulative operation time while the engine remains off; a determining means which compares the stored cumulative operation time with a set value and which determines whether the cumulative operation time exceeds the set value; a warning means for providing a warning when the cumulative operation time exceeds the set value, based on a comparison result; and a reset information entry means for permitting entry of reset information which initializes the cumulative operation time stored in the memory means, wherein the reset information entry means comprises an existing switch of the outboard engine, the existing switch also having employment for a function other than for permitting the entry of the reset information; wherein the outboard engine is controlled based on the cumulative operation time.