Mounting The Outboard Motor - Yamaha F2.5A Owner's Manual

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MOUNTING THE OUTBOARD MOTOR

WARNING
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G Overpowering
severe instability. Do not install an out-
board motor with more horsepower
than the maximum rating on the capac-
ity plate of the boat. If the boat does
not have a capacity plate, consult the
boat manufacturer.
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The information presented in this sec-
tion is intended as reference only. It is
not possible to provide complete
instructions for
boat/motor combination.
mounting depends in part on experi-
ence and the specific boat/motor com-
bination.
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WARNING
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Improper mounting of the outboard
motor could result in hazardous condi-
tions such as poor handling, loss of con-
trol, or fire hazards.
following:
G For portable models, your dealer or
other person experienced in proper
outboard motor
show you how to mount your motor.
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Mount the outboard motor on the center line
(keel line) of the boat, and ensure that the
boat itself is well balanced. Otherwise, the
boat will be hard to steer. For boats without
a keel or which are asymmetrical, consult
your dealer.
1 Center line (keel line)
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a boat may cause
every possible
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mounting should
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