TOHATSU MFS 15, Owner'S Manual

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INSTALLATION
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z 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.
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Incorrect outboard motor mounting
h e i g h t o r e x i s t e n c e o f u n d e r w a t e r
object(s), such as hull bottom design,
bottom surface conditions or underwa-
ter accessories, can cause water spray
possibly reaching the engine through an
opening of the bottom cowling during
cruising. Exposing the engine to such
conditions for extended periods can
lead to severe engine damage.
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EFT, EPT type
2. Power Tilt and Gas Assist type
1. Clamp screw (EFT type only)
2. Bolt (8 × 85)
3. Washer
4. Nut
5. Washer
View A
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Note
It is recommended to install upper mounting
bolts with bolt head at inside surface of tran-
som. Bolts with threaded end at inside sur-
face of transom can cause personal injury.
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Notes
1. Apply sealing agent, such as silicone
sealed between the bolts and the tran-
som board holes before tightening the
bolts.
2. Be sure to tighten the mounting bolt
nuts to the specified torque.
(30 Nm (3.0 kgf) 13 ft-lb)
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Mounting the outboard motor without
following this manual can lead to unsafe
conditions such as poor maneuverabil-
ity, lack of control or fire.
CAUTION
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