NOTICE
These notices describe a situation which, if
not avoided, can cause damage to the Sail-
Drive, personal property and / or the
environment, or cause equipment to
operate improperly.
Always tighten components to the specified
torque. Loose parts can cause equipment
damage or cause it to operate improperly.
Only use replacement parts specified. Other
replacement parts may affect warranty
coverage.
NEVER attempt to modify the Sail-Drive’s
design or safety features. Failure to comply
may impair the marine gear’s safety and
performance characteristics and shorten
the Sail-Drive’s life. Any alterations to this
Sail-Drive may affect the warranty coverage
of your Sail-Drive.
TIGHTENING FASTENERS
Use the correct amount of torque when
tightening fasteners. Applying excessive
torque may damage the fastener or
component and too little torque may cause
a leak or component failure.
The tightening torque in the Standard
Torque Chart should be applied only to the
bolts with a “7” head. (JIS strength
classification: 7T).
Apply 60% torque to bolts that are not listed.
Apply 80% torque when tightened to
aluminum alloy.
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