Installation; Mounting The Outboard Motor On Boat - TOHATSU MFS 40A Manuel De L'utilisateur

INSTALLATION

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1. Mounting the outboard motor on
boat
Outboard motor mounting must be per-
formed by trained service person(s) using
lift or hoist with sufficient capacity.
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Gas assist type
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WARNING
When taking outboad motor from pack-
age or removing outboad motor from the
boat, never release the lock lever. If the
lock lever is released, it will very easy for
the clamp bracket to spring up to the
tilting direction because it is not fixed.
Before installing the outboard motor on
the boat, hang the outboard motor with
the hoist or equivalent device by attach-
ing the engine hanger to the outboard.
Use the hoist with allowable load is 250
kg (550 lbs) or above.
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Most boats are rated and certified in terms
of their maximum allowable horsepower,
as shown on the boat's certification plate.
Do not equip your boat with an outboard
motor that exceeds this limit. If in doubt,
contact your dealer.
Do not operate the outboard motor until it
has been securely mounted on the boat in
accordance with the instructions below.
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Position ... Above keel line
Set engine at center of boat.
1. Center of boat
2. Boat transom
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Transom matching
Be sure that the anti ventilation plate of the
outboard motor is 10–30 mm (0.4–1.2 in)
below the bottom of hull.
If the above condition cannot be met due
to the shape of the bottom of your boat,
please consult your authorized dealer.
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WARNING
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