Installation; Mounting The Outboard Motor On Boat - TOHATSU MFS 4C Owner's Manual

INSTALLATION

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1. Mounting the outboard motor on
boat
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WARNING
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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Position ... Above keel line
Set engine at center of boat.
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1. Center of boat
2. Boat transom
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Transom matching
Be sure that the anti ventilation plate of the
outboard motor is below the water surface
when running with the throttle wide open.
If the above condition cannot be met due
to the shape of the bottom of your boat,
please consult your authorized dealer.
1. Bottom of hull
2. Anti ventilation plate
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 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
surface on the driveshaft housing. If the
water surface is near the bottom cowl-
ing, in high waves, water may enter the
engine cylinders.
 Incorrect
height or existence of underwater
object(s), such as hull bottom design,
bottom surface conditions or underwa-
ter accessories, can cause water spray
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possibly reaching the engine through an
opening of the bottom cowling during
cruising. Exposing the engine to such
conditions for extended periods can
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lead to severe engine damage.
1. To attach the outboard motor to the
boat, tighten the clamp screws by
turning their handles.
Secure the outboard motor with a rope
to prevent loss overboard.
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Note
A rope is not included in the standard
accessories.
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30–50 mm
(1.2–2 in)
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CAUTION
outboard motor mounting
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