Installation; Power Requirements; Installation Position - Honda Marine BF8A Owner's Manual

INSTALLATION

Correct and secure installation is essential for safe boating and good
performance. Follow the installation instructions provided in this manual.

POWER REQUIREMENTS

Before installation, check to be sure that the outboard motor does not exceed
the recommended maximum horsepower for the boat on which it is to be
installed. Refer to the boat's certification plate for recommended maximum
horsepower. If the certification plate information is not available, contact the
boat dealer or manufacturer.
For most boat applications, the outboard motor should have a horsepower
which provides 80% of the maximum recommended horsepower for the boat.

INSTALLATION POSITION

Install the outboard motor on the
center of the boat transom.
The antiventilation plate of the
outboard motor should be 0 – 2 in
(0 – 50 mm) below the bottom of the
boat. When the outboard motor is
mounted on a sailboat, the
antiventilation plate should be 6 in
(150 mm) or more below the surface
of the water. For unusual situations,
see your Honda marine dealer for
advice.
The correct dimensions differ
according to the type of boat and
the configuration of the bottom of
the boat. Follow the manufacture's
recommended installation height.
Outboard Motor
Type
Short : S
Long : L
Transom Height
16.5 in (420 mm)
22.5 in (572 mm)
BOAT
TRANSOM
HEIGHT
0 – 2 in
(0 – 50 mm)
CENTER LINE
MOTOR
TRANSOM
HEIGHT
IDLE
PORT
6 in
(150 mm)
WATER
SURFACE
ANTIVENTILATION
PLATE
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