Clamping The Outboard Motor - Yamaha F9.9F Owner's Manual

runs at different heights can help determine
the optimum mounting height. Consult your
Yamaha dealer or boat manufacturer for
further information on determining the prop-
er mounting height.
For instructions on setting the trim angle of
G
the outboard motor, see page 44.
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Clamping the outboard motor

1. Place the outboard motor on the transom
so that it is positioned as close to the cen-
ter as possible. Tighten the transom
clamp screws evenly and securely. Oc-
casionally check the clamp screws for
tightness during operation of the out-
board motor because they could become
loose due
WARNING! Loose clamp screws could
allow the outboard motor to fall off or
move on the transom. This could
cause loss of control and serious inju-
ry. Make sure the clamp screws are
tightened securely.
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
to engine vibration.
Occasionally
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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
packaging. If used, they must be of at
least the same quality of material and
strength and must be tightened se-
curely. After tightening, test run the
engine and check their tightness.
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