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Engine Type | Two-stroke |
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Horsepower Range | 2.5 - 40 HP |
Cooling System | Water-cooled |
Cylinder Configuration | Inline |
Fuel System | Carbureted |
Ignition System | CDI |
Starting System | Manual or Electric |
Shaft Length | 15 - 20 inches (varies by model) |
Steering | Tiller |
Comprehensive guide for installing an outboard motor onto a boat's transom.
Key safety alerts and important instructions for outboard installers and owners.
Information on matching outboard power to boat capacity to prevent overloading.
Mandatory specifications for remote controls, including start-in-gear protection.
Guidance on choosing genuine or compatible accessories for the outboard motor.
Advice on selecting the correct length and type of steering and control cables.
Instructions and charts to determine the optimal mounting height for the outboard.
Procedure for identifying the vertical centerline of the boat transom for mounting.
Step-by-step instructions and precautions for drilling mounting holes in the transom.
Safety guidelines and methods for lifting and handling the outboard motor.
Steps for securely attaching the outboard to the boat transom using specified hardware.
Detailed instructions for installing steering cables and link rods for single-engine setups.
Procedure for installing the Co-Pilot assembly on tiller handle models for steering.
General guidance for installing remote control systems for the outboard.
Specifies necessary remote controls or key switches, including warning horns.
Instructions for connecting shift and throttle cables to the outboard motor.
Specific steps for installing the throttle cable to the engine.
Procedure for connecting the remote control wiring harness to the outboard engine.
Instructions for correctly connecting battery cables to the outboard and battery.
Initial setup procedures for the oil injection system, including break-in mixture.
Step-by-step instructions on how to fill the outboard's oil injection tank.
Procedure for removing air from the oil injection system's hoses.
How to adjust the oil injection pump linkage for correct oil delivery.
Adjusting trim tabs to counteract steering torque and improve boat balance.