Yamaha F25A Owner's Manual

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E3-4EMU01318CLAMPING THE OUTBOARD MOTORManual tilt model1) Place the outboard on the transom sothat it is positioned as close to thecenter as possible. Tighten the tran-som clamp screws evenly and secure-ly. Check the clamp-screws for tight-ness occasionally during operation ofthe motor as they can work loose dueto engine vibration.wLoose clamp screws could allow themotor to move on the transom or fall offthe transom. This could cause loss ofcontrol and serious injury. Make sure thetransom screws are tightened securely.Occasionally check the screws for tight-ness during operation.2) An engine restraint cable or chainshould be used. Attach one end tothe engine restraint cable attachmentpoint and the other to a securemounting point on the boat.Otherwise, the engine could be com-pletely lost if it accidentally falls offthe transom.Secure the clamp bracket to the tran-som with the bolts provided with theoutboard. For details, consult yourdealer.wAvoid using bolts, nuts or washers otherthan those contained in the engine pack-aging. If used, they must be of at leastthe same quality of material and strengthand must be tightened securely. Aftertightening, test run the engine and checktheir tightness.1 Motor mounting parts409011q409014410012