15C 20C MFS - Tohatsu

INSTALLATION1. Mounting the outboard motor on boat! WARNINGMost boats are rated and certifiedin terms of their maximum allowablehorsepower, as shown on the boat’scertification plate. Do not equip your boatwith an outboard motor that exceeds thislimit. If in doubt, contact your dealer.Do not operate the outboard motor until ithas been securely mounted on the boatin accordance with the instructions below.INSTALLATION 15MF, EF, EP type1 To attach the outboard motor to theboat, tighten the clamp screws byturning their handles.Also, tighten the bolts. Securethe outboard motor with a rope toprevent loss overboard.NoteA rope is not included in the standardaccessories.4Position ... Above keel lineSet engine at center of boat.Center of BoatTransom matchingBe sure that the anti ventilation plateof the outboard motor is below thewater surface when running with thethrottle wide open.If the above condition cannot be metdue to the shape of the bottom of yourboat, please consult your authorizeddealer.Bottom of hullBoat Transom5-25mm(0.2-1”)Anti Ventilation PlateWasherBolt (885)! CAUTIONNutWasherClamp Screw: Option● Before beginning the running test,check that the boat with maximumcapacity loading floats on the water ina proper attitude. Check the positionof water surface on the driveshafthousing. If the water surface is nearthe bottom cowling, in high waves,water may enter the engine cylinders.● Incorrect outboard motor mountingheight or existence of underwaterobject(s), such as hull bottomdesign, bottom surface conditionsor underwater accessories, cancause water spray possibly reachingthe engine through an opening ofthe bottom cowling during cruising.Exposing engine to such conditionsfor extended periods can lead tosevere engine damage.