Installation; Mounting The Outboard Motor On Boat - TOHATSU MFS 40A Owner's Manual

INSTALLATION

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1. Mounting the outboard
motor on boat
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WARNING
Gas assist type:
When taking outboard motor from pack-
age or removing outbid motor from the
boat, never release the lock lever. If the
lock lever is released, it will very easy for
the clamp bracket to spring up to the tilt-
ing direction because it is not fixed.
Before installing the outboard motor on
the boat, hang the outboard motor with
the hoist or equivalent device by attaching
the engine hanger to the outboard. Use
the hoist with allowable load is 250 kg
(550 lbs) or above.
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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
your dealer.
Do not operate the outboard motor until it
has been securely mounted on the boat in
accordance with the instructions below.
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Outboard motor mounting must be per-
formed by trained service person(s) using
lift or hoist with sufficient capacity.
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WARNING
WARNING
Mounting the outboard motor without
following this manual can lead to unsafe
conditions such as poor maneuverability,
lack of control or fire.
Loose clamp screws and/or mounting
bolts can lead to the release or displace-
ment of the outboard motor, possibly
resulting in lost of control and/or serious
personal injury. Be sure that fasteners are
tightened to the specified torque (30 Nm
(3.0 kgf) 13 ft-lb). Check the fasteners for
tightness from time to time.
Be sure to use outboard mounting fasten-
ers included in the outboard motor pack-
age or their equivalents in terms of size,
material, quality and strength.
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