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11. MOTOR TYPE, INSTALLATION AND OPERATING 

 

  

   

DANGER

 

 

NEVER USE MOTOR WITH POWER HIGHER THAN INDICATED, 
AND MOTOR WEIGHT HEAVIER THAN INDICATED ON THE 
MANUFACTURER'S ID PLATE. IT COULD RESULT IN LOSS OF 
CONTROL, AND YOU WOULD BE BREAKING THE LAW

 

6.1. The maximum and recommended powers are listed in the table of technical 
specifications. For smaller outboards use the tiller control. For 25HP and up we 
strongly suggest to use the steering console with remote system. 

6.2. MOTOR SHAFT LENGTH 
The motor shaft length must be same as required for your boat (see boat 
specifications). Using motors with other shaft length may cause the boat 
damage and will void warranty.  
 
6.3. PROPELLER 
To choose the optimal propeller your boat and its motor must be tested at sea. 
A lower pitch is better for the boat either heavily loaded or used tor water skiing. 
A higher pitch will increase the speed potential, when loaded light. 
 
6.4. MOTOR INSTALLATION 
Install the motor along the centerline of the boat in the middle on the mounting 
plate (1). Fully tighten the clamps (2) and tighten them again after 15 minutes of 
running. Secure the motor to the transom with safety cable. All motors are 
equipped with a security stop switch lanyard (3). Always use it! 
 

 

 

CAUTION 

 
THE BOLTING OF THE MOTOR TO THE TRANSOM IS 
SUGGESTED FROM 10HP AND HIGHLY RECOMMENDED 
FROM 25 HP AND ABOVE. 
 

The details of the capacity plate are: 
 

1

 - 

Design category 

(European Directive 2013/53/EU ):

 

Category

 

C D 

 

Navigation 

 

 

"Near the shore" 

 

"Protected water" 

 

Wind speed (Beaufort scale) 

 

 

Until 6 included 

 

Until 4 included 

 

Significant height of wave to 

consider (in meters) 

 

 

Until 2 included 

 

Until 0.5 included 

 
 

      

WARNING

 

 
BE RESPONSIBLE, TAKE NOTICE OF THESE 
PARAMETERS WHEN YOU PLAN YOUR NAVIGATION 
PROGRAM, AND DO NOT PUT TO SEA IF THE 
CONDITIONS ARE LIKELY TO EXCEED THESE 
PARAMETERS. 
 

2

 - 

MODEL: 

Commercial name of the model. 

3

 - 

Maximum number of people authorized on board 

children) according to ISO and DIN standards. 

4

 - 

Maximum load capacity 

of the boat allowed by the manufacturer 

and expressed in kilograms and lbs. 

5

 - 

Maximum outboard power 

allowed by the manufacturer for the boat 

and expressed in kilowatts and lbs. 

6

 – 

Vessel type 

by ISO6185 classification. 

7

 – 

Nominal Pressure 

of the buoyancy tubes in Bars and Psi. Other 

parts of the boat can require different pressures Refer to the INFLATION 
chapter of the Owner's Manual Volume 2. 

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- 9 -

The indications on the capacity plate give information about limitations imposed by 
international regulations.  Your local regulations can be different. Also these indications 
are not a complete list

the security requirements (obligatory security equipment of the 

boat, maximum authorized distance you can navigate from a shelter, etc.  ) may 
change according to the country or state. 

Always refer to local regulations to be 

informed on actuall requirements.

 

Summary of Contents for F Series

Page 1: ...visit us at www galaboats com Series F F240 F270 F300 F330 User s Manual...

Page 2: ...Identification 7 10 Manufacturer s ID plate 7 11 Motor type installation and operating 9 12 Boat operating instructions 11 a Distribution of the load 11 b Checklist before departing 11 c Rules to obs...

Page 3: ...plash guard 11 Two oars with oarlocks and oar stops 12 Two carry bags for F300 F300P F330 F330P One carry bag for other models 13 Foot pump repair kit and manual OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT 1 Overall cover 2 S...

Page 4: ...hat no any parts are missing You must report the missing part to your dealer immediately insert floorboard 1 to the front of the boat and position the inflatable keel placing the keel inflation valve...

Page 5: ...TY OF DEATH OR IRREPARABLE INJURY IF PROPER PRECAUTIONS ARE NOT TAKEN WARNING DENOTES A HAZARD EXISTS WHICH CAN RESULT IN INJURY OR DEATH IF PROPER PRECAUTIONS ARE NOT TAKEN CAUTION DENOTES A REMINDER...

Page 6: ...RECOMMENDED FROM 25 HP AND ABOVE The details of the capacity plate are 1 Design category European Directive 2013 53 EU Category C D Navigation Near the shore Protected water Wind speed Beaufort scale...

Page 7: ...Distribution of the load Evenly distribute the load For example fixing the fuel tank on the front can help to offset the weight of the outboard b Check list before departure a Motor height For differ...

Page 8: ...SKS OF EXPLOSION OR FIRE HAZARDS Ensure your fuel system is in a good with no leaks or smell and maintain it properly 16 AVOID SMOKING ON BOARD 17 IF FUEL HAS SPILLED ON THE FLOOR wash off with water...

Page 9: ...ir pressure A variation of 1 C results in a variation in the same way of about 4 mb 0 06 psi x If you discover sufficient pressure drop but do not see actual leakage o Step 1 check the inflation defla...

Page 10: ...nd rolled up in its bag o Assembled and slightly inflated covered with the cover which protects against direct sunlight dirt dust and pollution x For winterizing o Clean and dry the boat all foam and...

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