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Operation
EMU26902
Installation
The information presented in this section is
intended as reference only. It is not possible
to provide complete instructions for every
possible boat and motor combination. Prop-
er mounting depends in part on experience
and the specific boat and motor combination.
WARNING
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●
Overpowering a boat could cause se-
vere instability. Do not install an out-
board motor with more horsepower
than the maximum rating on the capac-
ity plate of the boat. If the boat does not
have a capacity plate, consult the boat
manufacturer.
●
Improper mounting of the outboard mo-
tor could result in hazardous condi-
tions such as poor handling, loss of
control, or fire hazards. For permanent-
ly mounted models, your dealer or oth-
er person experienced in proper
rigging should mount the motor.
EMU32011
Mounting the outboard motor
1.
Be sure to mount the outboard motor
while the boat is on land. If the boat is on
the water, move it to an area on land.
2.
To prevent steering movement, turn the
adjuster lever to “A”.
3.
Hold the handgrips and steering brack-
ets as shown in the illustration and lift up
the outboard motor using two people.
4.
Mount the outboard motor on the center
ZMU05632
A
1. Steering bracket
2. Handgrip
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1
1
2
2
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