Clamping The Outboard Motor - Yamaha 40V Owner's Manual

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NOTICE
Make sure that the idle hole is high
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enough to prevent water from entering
the engine even if the boat is stationary
with the maximum load.
Incorrect engine height or obstructions
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to the smooth flow of water (such as the
design or condition of the boat, or ac-
cessories, such as transom ladders or
depth finder transducers) can create
airborne water spray while the boat is
cruising. If the outboard motor is oper-
ated continuously in the presence of
airborne water spray, enough water
could enter the engine through the air
intake opening in the top cowling to
cause severe engine damage. Remove
the cause of the airborne water spray.
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Clamping the outboard motor

1. Place the outboard motor on the tran-
som so that it is positioned as close to
the center as possible. Tighten the tran-
som clamp screws evenly and securely.
Occasionally check the clamp screws for
tightness during operation of the out-
board motor because they could be-
come loose due to engine vibration.
WARNING!
could allow the outboard motor to fall
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Loose clamp screws
off or move on the transom. This
could cause loss of control and seri-
ous injury. Make sure the clamp
screws are tightened securely. Occa-
sionally check the screws for tight-
ness during operation.
2. If the restraint cable attachment is
equipped on your engine, a restraint ca-
ble or chain should be used. Attach one
end to the restraint cable attachment
and the other to a secure mounting point
on the boat. Otherwise the engine could
be completely lost if it accidentally falls
off the transom.
3. Secure the clamp bracket to the transom
using the bolts provided with the out-
board (if packed). For details, consult
your Yamaha dealer. WARNING! Avoid
using bolts, nuts or washers other
than those contained in the engine
packaging. If used, they must be of at
Installation
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