Specifications

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 INSTALLATION
INSTALLING THE OUTBOARD
IMPORTANT: Follow all directions carefully.
The outboard’s warranty will not cover prod-
uct damage or failure that results from incor-
rect outboard installation.
Refer to Priming the Oil System on page 19.
BOAT-MOUNTED FUEL FILTERS
Boat-mounted fuel filters and water-separat-
ing fuel filter assemblies must meet the follow-
ing requirements:
• Fuel flow – 0.4 in. Hg maximum pressure
drop at 20 gph (76 l/hr) flow.
• Filter area – 150 in.
2
(1290 cm
2
) of filter
area.
The filter must be mounted to a rigid surface
above the full level of the fuel tank and acces-
sible for servicing.
Fuel Filter Assembly, P/N 174176, meets all
requirements for a water-separating fuel filter.
If equipped, replace the boat-mounted fuel fil-
ter annually.
BATTERY
Requirements
• 12-volt, heavy-duty, designated for "marine"
use;
• Vented/refillable or maintenance-free; and
• Rated according to the minimum require-
ments in Specifications on page 62.
Deep-cycle batteries are suitable IF they
meet or exceed the minimum CCA require-
ments.
Ask your Dealer about your outboard’s re-
quirements before installing longer battery ca-
bles or a battery switch.
Installation
Make sure all components are
clean and free of corrosion. Connect the
RED (+) cable to the positive (+) battery
post first. Connect the BLACK (–) cable to
the negative (–) battery post last.
If you have marine battery posts, install each
main cable on the clamp adapter with a star-
washer below it. Install all wires from acces-
sories on the threaded portion of the post.
If you have automotive battery posts, place a
starwasher on the clamp adapter first, then
the main cable, and then the wires from the
accessories.
A WARNING
The outboard must be correctly installed.
Failure to correctly install the outboard
could result in serious injury, death or
property damage. We strongly recom-
mend that your Dealer install your out-
board to ensure proper installation.
A WARNING
Read and understand the safety informa-
tion supplied with your battery BEFORE
you begin installation.
1. Main cable
2. Starwasher
3. Accessory wires
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1. Main cable
2. Starwasher
3. Accessory wires
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NOTICE