Installation; Mounting The Outboard Motor On Boat - TOHATSU M 40D2 Owner's Manual

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INSTALLATION

1. Mounting the outboard motor on boat

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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
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your dealer.
Do not operate the outboard motor until
it has been securely mounted on the
boat in accordance with the instructions
below.
Note
Consult your authorized dealer to
receive the proper instructions or ask
your dealer to mount the motor as
necessary.
Installation
■ Single-engine Installation
Position the outboard engine at the
exact center of the stern, and mount it
using a cushioning pad or plate.
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■ Twin-engine Installation
W h e n i n s t a l l i n g t w o o u t b o a r d
engines, be sure to keep an interval of
approximately 470 - 660 mm (18.5 - 26
in) between the two.
470 - 660 mm
(18.5 - 26.1 in)
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● Before beginning the running test,
check that the boat with maximum
capacity loading floats on the
water in a proper attitude. Check
the position of water surface on
the driveshaft housing. If the water
surface is near the bottom cowling,
in high waves, water may enter the
engine cylinders.
● Incorrect outboard motor mounting
height or existence of underwater
object(s), such as hull bottom
design, bottom surface conditions
or underwater accessories,
can cause water spray possibly
reaching the engine through an
opening of the bottom cowling
during cruising. Exposing engine
to such conditions for extended
periods can lead to severe engine
damage.