Clamping The Outboard Motor - Yamaha 15F Owner's Manual

Installation
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NOTICE
 Make sure that the idle hole is high
enough to prevent water from entering
the engine even if the boat is stationary
with the maximum load.
 Incorrect engine height or obstructions
to the smooth flow of water (such as the
design or condition of the boat, or ac-
cessories, such as transom ladders or
depth finder transducers) can create air-
borne water spray while the boat is
cruising. If the outboard motor is oper-
ated continuously in the presence of air-
borne water spray, enough water could
enter the engine through the air intake
opening in the top cowling to cause se-
vere engine damage. Remove the cause
of the airborne water spray.
TIP:
 The optimum mounting height of the out-
board motor is affected by the boat and
motor combination and the desired use.
Test runs at different heights can help de-
termine the optimum mounting height.
Consult your Yamaha dealer or boat man-
ufacturer for further information on deter-
mining the proper mounting height.
 For instructions on setting the trim angle of
the outboard motor, see page 31.
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Clamping the outboard motor

1. Place the outboard motor on the tran-
som so that it is positioned as close to
the center as possible. Tighten the tran-
som clamp screws evenly and securely.
Occasionally check the clamp screws for
tightness during operation of the out-
board motor because they could be-
come loose due to engine vibration.
WARNING! Loose clamp screws could
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allow the outboard motor to fall off or
move on the transom. This could cau-
se loss of control and serious injury.
Make sure the clamp screws are tight-
ened securely. Occasionally check the
screws for tightness during operation.
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2. If the restraint cable attachment is
equipped on your engine, a restraint ca-
ble or chain should be used. Attach one
end to the restraint cable attachment and
the other to a secure mounting point on
the boat. Otherwise the engine could be
completely lost if it accidentally falls off
the transom.
3. Secure the clamp bracket to the transom
using the bolts provided with the out-
board (if packed). For details, consult
your Yamaha dealer. WARNING! Avoid
using bolts, nuts or washers other
than those contained in the engine
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