Mounting The Outboard Motor - Yamaha F80A Owner's Manual

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MOUNTING THE OUTBOARD
MOTOR
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Improper mounting of the outboard
motor could result in hazardous condi-
tions such as poor handling, loss of con-
trol, or fire hazards. Observe the follow-
ing:
8 The information presented in this sec-
tion is intended as reference only. It is
not possible
instructions
boat/motor
mounting depends in part on experi-
ence and the specific boat/motor com-
bination.
8 Your dealer or other person experi-
enced in proper rigging should mount
the motor. If you are mounting the
motor yourself, you should be trained
by an experienced person. [permanent
mounted type]
8 Your dealer or other person experi-
enced
mounting should show you how to
mount your motor. [portable type]
Mount the outboard motor on the center
line (keel line) of the boat, and ensure that
the boat itself is well balanced. Otherwise,
the boat will be hard to steer. For boats
without a keel or which are asymmetrical,
consult your dealer.
1 Center line (keel line)
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3-2
to provide
for every
combination.
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motor