Outboard Installation; Hull Preparation - BRP Evinrude E-Tec Series Installation Manual

OUTBOARD INSTALLATION

HULL PREPARATION

Maximum Capacity
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WARNING
Do not overpower the boat by installing an
outboard that exceeds the horsepower
indicated on the boat's capacity plate.
Overpowering could result in loss of con-
trol.
Before installing outboard:
Refer to the boat man
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label for maximum horsepower rating.
Refer t o ABYC S tandards to determine the
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maximum horsepower ca pacity for boa ts with-
out certification labeling.
Mounting Surface
Inspect transom surface prior to d rilling mounting
holes.
The transom should meet ABYC Standards.
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The transom must be flat.
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The transom angle should be approximately 14
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degrees.
Check transom strength and height.
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ufacturer's certification
1029A
OUTBOARD INSTALLATION
The stern brackets must contact the flat surface of
the transom. Modify trim that prevents th e ste rn
brackets from resting against the transom surface.
Do not modify stern brackets.
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WARNING
DO NOT install an outboard on a curved or
irregular surface. Doing so can wear, bind,
and damage components, causing loss of
control.
Transom Clearances
Make sure the transom and splash well area pro-
vide adequate clearances:
The top edge of the tran som shou ld be wid e
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enough to allow full st eering travel. The ABYC
standard for most single outboa rd inst allations
is 33 in. (84 cm).
Check cable and hose routing clearances.
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Make sure there is clearance for mounting bolts
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and washers. Check the inside area of the tran-
som for obstructions before drilling holes.
Water Flow
Inspect the hull area directly in front of the mount-
ing location.
Boat-mounted equipment should not create tur-
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bulence in th e water flow directly in front of the
outboard's gearcase. T urbulence or disrup tions
in the water flow directly in front of the gearcase
will af fect engine cooling a nd pro peller pe rfor-
mance.
Avoid locating outboard centerlines within 3 in.
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(76 mm) of bottom strakes on dual-outboa rd
installations.
HULL PREPARATION
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