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Installation
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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. Proper
mounting depends in part on experience and
the specific boat and motor combination.
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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.
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Mounting the outboard motor
The outboard motor should be mounted so
that the boat is well balanced. Otherwise, the
boat could be hard to steer. For single-en-
gine boats, mount the outboard motor on the
centerline (keel line) of the boat.
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Mounting height (boat bottom)
The mounting height of your outboard motor
affects its efficiency and reliability. If it is
mounted too high, propeller ventilation may
occur, which will reduce propulsion due to
excessive propeller slip, and the water in-
takes for the cooling system may not get an
adequate water supply, which can cause en-
gine overheating. If the engine is mounted
too low, water resistance (drag) will increase,
thereby reducing engine efficiency and per-
formance.
Most commonly, an outboard motor should
be mounted so that the anti-cavitation plate
is in alignment with the bottom of the boat.
The optimum mounting height of the out-
board motor is affected by the boat/motor
combination and the desired use. Test runs
at different heights can help determine the
optimum mounting height. Consult your
Yamaha dealer or boat manufacturer for fur-
ther information on determining the proper
mounting height.
1. Center line (keel line)
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