Horsepower Selection - Suzuki DF250 2006 Rigging Manual

3-2 MOTOR INSTALLATION

HORSEPOWER SELECTION

• States the maximum horsepower of outboard motor that can be safely used on that boat.
There is severe product liability potential connected with rigging and selling a boat with an outboard motor
exceeding the horsepower capacity limitation.
• The rig should not be underpowered, as this will not allow the performance balance you are trying to
achieve.
Determine the customer's needs, application and use of the perspective rig to make the best overall
horsepower recommendation.
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Do not overpower your boat. Never install an outboard motor with horsepower exceeding the
boat manufacturer's recommended maximum. Excessive horsepower will have an adverse
effect on hull safety and may cause operating/handling difficulties.
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To ensure a water-tight motor installation, water-proof sealer must be used on all motor mount-
ing bolts.
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The lock-nut and C-ring must be replaced with new ones, if removed.
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