Garelick 71091 User Manual

Mounting and Operating Instructions for

Heavy Duty Outboard Motor Bracket
Models 71090 and 71091

Form 12.295

OUTBOARD MOTOR BRACKET MOUNTING INSTRUCTIONS

Transom Mounting Hardware NOT

Supplied Due to Various

Transom Thicknesses.

Recommend 5/16" Stainless Steel Fasteners

1. Read instructions completely before starting assembly.

2. Motor bracket must remain in “UP” position throughout
installation.

3. DO NOT operate motor bracket unless motor is installed
on bracket and is attached to the boat.

4. This bracket is under spring tension. Exercise extreme
caution when adjusting and installing.

MOUNTING INSTRUCTIONS

Refer to Fig. 1

Measure the distance on your outboard motor between the
cavitation plate and the upper inside edge of the mounting
clamp. Subtract 2" from this length. Then add the total travel
distance of your model outboard motor bracket from the table
below to the distance measured on your motor.

Refer to Fig. 2

Mark this total length on a stick and tape it so that the top is
flush with the top of the mounting board of the motor bracket.
Choose the most appropriate side of your transom for mounting
the bracket. Position your bracket so it will not interfere with the
turning operation of your main motor or rudder.

Refer to Fig. 3

For Powerboat Installation: Take your outboard motor bracket
with the stick taped on and place the mounting flanges on your
transom. Position the bracket so the bottom of the stick is one
inch above the boat’s bottom at the centerline of the outboard
motor bracket.

FIG. 3

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FIG. 1

MOTOR

WEIGHT NOT VERTICAL

MODEL H.P. RATING TO EXCEED TRAVEL

71090 7

1

⁄2 TO 30 169 LBS. 91⁄2"

71091 7

1

⁄2 TO 25 175 LBS. 151⁄2"

FIG. 2

DISTANCE FROM CLAMP

TO CAVITATION PLATE

LESS 2"

TRAVEL DISTANCE

FROM TABLE

TAPE

STICK

TOP OF STICK IS EVEN WITH
TOP OF MOUNTING BOARD

IF THE BRACKET RELEASE HANDLE IS AT OR
BELOW THE RUB RAIL OR THE TOP OF THE
TRANSOM, ADD A 1" SHIM OF SUITABLE MATERIAL
BETWEEN THE TRANSOM AND THE BRACKET TO
ALLOW FULL AFT MOTION OF RELEASE HANDLE.

BRACKET AND MOTOR DO NOT INTERFERE WITH
OPERATION OF MAIN MOTOR UNIT.

STICK

1"

BRACKET IS POSITIONED SO THE BOTTOM OF THE
STICK IS 1" ABOVE THE BOAT’S BOTTOM AT THE
CENTERLINE OF THE MOTOR BRACKET

(over)

NOTE: Vertical travel is based on installation that is

perpendicular to waterline.

Transom Mounting Hardware NOT Supplied Due to Various

Transom Thicknesses.

Recommend 5/16" Stainless Steel Fasteners

Mounting and Operating Instructions –
Heavy Duty Outboard Motor Bracket Models 71090 and 71091

Form 12.295

Refer to Fig. 4

For Sailboat Installation: Take your outboard motor bracket
with the stick taped on and place the mounting flanges on your
transom. Position the bracket so the bottom of the stick is even
with the boat’s actual waterline.

Refer to Fig. 5

After the bracket has been properly positioned, mark the four
outside hole locations using the bracket as a template on your
transom (See Fig. 5). NOTE: If it is necessary to use the center
holes on the bracket, you must reverse the mounting bolts so
their heads will be on the inside of the transom. Drill the four
marked 3/8" holes, making sure to hold the drill at right angles
to the transom when drilling.

Refer to Fig. 6

Check the angle of the transom on your boat and determine if
the motor to be used can be trimmed so the cavitation plate is
parallel to the waterline. If not make a wedge out of suitable
material to do so.

Refer to Fig. 7

It is recommended that a backing plate be made and mounted
on the inside of the transom for needed rigidity. Attach your
motor bracket to the transom by coating the inside surfaces of
the mounting flanges and backing plate with a marine
adhesive/sealant compound and then squeeze a small amount
into each bolt hole on both sides of the transom. Secure the
bracket to the transom as illustrated. The bracket is now ready
for motor mounting.

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

Refer to Fig. 8

To Lower Motor: Loosen safety lock by counter rotating red
knobs. Rotate right knob toward boat; left knob away from
boat. Pull lever handle toward boat to disengage lock pin. Push
down through length of han­dle to adjust to desired height.
Tighten safety lock by counter
rotating red knobs. Rotate
right knob away from boat.
Rotate left knob toward boat.

To Raise Motor: Loosen safety
lock. Pull lever handle toward
boat and lift to desired height.
Tighten safety lock.

NOTE: Always tighten safety
lock after adjusting bracket
height.

NOTE: The bracket springs
counter most of the motor’s
weight; however, a push or lift
through the length of the
handle may be needed.

FIG. 7

FIG. 4

FIG. 8

FIG. 6

AUXILIARY OUTBOARD MOTOR BRACKET

IMPORTANT CAUTION GUIDELINES

Failure to observe these points could result in personal

injury or damage to Bracket, Motor or Boat.

1. Install motor bracket only in “up” position with safety
lock in “locked” position.

2. Always remove your motor from the bracket when
trailering. Failure to do so could result in damage to
boat, motor and bracket.

3. Do not exceed the stated H.P. rating or weight.

4. Make sure the motor clamps are tight before use.

5. Use a safety cable when operating your motor.

6. Operate motor at low speed.

7. Avoid turning motor at full throttle, refrain from sharp
turns.

8. Do Not raise or lower bracket when motor is running.

9. Operate motor in lowest position possible for best per­formance.

10. Always raise motor when not in use. It may be
necessary to turn motor prior to tilting to avoid
interference.

11. Avoid contact with moving parts.

12. Keep pivoting bolts greased to insure smooth
operation.

BRACKET AND MOTOR DO NOT INTERFERE
WITH OPERATION OF RUDDER

STICK

BRACKET IS POSITIONED SO THE BOTTOM OF THE
STICK IS EVEN WITH THE BOAT’S ACTUAL WATERLINE

FIG. 5

1

CENTER

HOLES

CENTER

HOLES

3

2

4

CAVITATION PLATE

IS PARALLEL TO

WATERLINE

IF TRANSOM IS SUCH
THAT THE MOTOR
CANNOT BE
PROPERLY TRIMMED,
MAKE A WEDGE TO
PLACE MOTOR IN
CORRECT OPERATING
POSITION.

DRILL BOLT HOLES AT RIGHT
ANGLE (90°) TO TRANSOM

BOLT

LOCK WASHER

HEX NUT

BACKING PLATE

MARINE ADHESIVE