Mercury 225 OptiMax Manual

OUTBOARD INSTALLATION
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When first determining transom strength, use a dial torque wrench.
If the bolt or nut continues to turn without the torque reading on the
dial increasing, it is an indication that the transom is yielding. The
load area can be increased by using a larger washer or a transom
reinforcement plate.
NOTE: The inside holes on the transom reinforcement plate are
for the lower transom bolts and the outside holes are for the upper
transom bolts.
a
b
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a - Large transom washer b - Transom reinforcement
plate
Description Part Number
Large transom washer 67‑896392
Transom reinforcement plate 67‑896305
1. Apply marine sealer to shanks of bolts, not the threads.
2. Fasten the outboard with the correct mounting hardware.
Tighten locknuts to the specified torque.

Mercury 225 OptiMax Specifications

General

Brand	Mercury
Model	225 OptiMax
Category	Outboard Motor
Language	English