TOHATSU MFS 25C Owner's Manual page 24

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INSTALLATION
ENOM00026-0
Transom matching
Be sure that the anti ventilation plate of
the outboard motor is 5–25 mm (0.2–1
in) below the bottom of hull.
If the above condition cannot be met due
to the shape of the bottom of your boat,
please consult your authorized dealer.
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1. Bottom of hull
2. Anti ventilation plate
ENOW00007-0
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 sur-
face on the driveshaft housing. If the
water surface is near the bottom cowling,
in high waves, water may enter the engine
cylinders.
Incorrect
h e i g h t or e x i s t e n c e o f un d e r wa t e r
object(s), such as hull bottom design,
bottom surface conditions or underwater
accessories, can cause water spray possi-
bly reaching the engine through an open-
ing of the bottom cowling during cruising.
Exposing the engine to such conditions for
extended periods can lead to severe
engine damage.
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5−25 mm
(0.2−1 in)
2
ENOF01142-0
CAUTION
outboard motor mounting
ENOM00832-A
Mounting the outboard motor
Manual tilt type
1. Set the outboard motor to appropri-
ate position.
2. Tighten the clamp screws by turning
their handles.
3. Secure the clamp brackets to the
transom board using bolts, flat wash-
ers and nuts.
4. Secure the outboard motor to the
boat with a rope to prevent acciden-
tal loss of the outboard motor over-
board.
ENON00930-0
Note
Do not use tools to tighten clamp screws.
Over tightening could result in damage to
the clamp screws and clamp brackets.
ENON00002-0
Note
A rope is not included in the standard
accessories.
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3
1. Bolt (8 × 85)
2. Nylon locking nut
3. Washer
4. Clamp screw
ENOW00945-0
CAUTION
Please inspect whether there is a loosen-
ing of the clamp screw or mounting bolts
before departure.
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3
4
ENOF00016-2