SAFETY
How can loss
of
steering
control
be minimized?
• Use a steering system recommended by the outboard manufacturer which meets
Marine
Industry Safety Standards (ABYC).
When
• Read, understand, and
follow
manufacturer's
instructions
• Follow warnings
marked"
&"
closely.
rigging
or
after • Assemble parts carefully.
..
• Make adjustments carefully.
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• Keep parts moving freely. Lubricate parts as shown
in
manual.
•
Use the bolts, nuts and washers supplied with steering attachment
kits-they
are a spe-
ciallocking type that will not loosen, rust, or weaken.
Transom Mounted Steering Systems - Check
to
Uncover Possible Trouble!
Tilt outboard into boat, then turn it.
transom
mounted
steerer
to
Be
aware that raising or lowering outboard
on
transom can change a set-up which was
OK
earlier. If moved up or down even one-half inch,
run
test again to make sure steering parts are
free and
clear.
During this procedure, steering parts:
• Must not bind; and
• Must not touch other boat, outboard,
or accessory parts
in
transom area.
Why?
A hard blow to the outboard's
gearcase can result
in
damage to steer-
ing parts.
Check for damaged parts.
Blows to the outboard like this
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or this can put heavy loads
on
steering parts. Look for:
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• Cracked parts, including steering parts, swivel brack-
Ql
ets, and transom brackets;
• Bent parts; and
• Loose nuts and bolts.
Replace
damaged parts.
If
weakened, parts
could
fail later
on
the
water when least expected.
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