Operation
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WARNING
EWM00400
●
Stop the engine before adjusting the
trim angle.
●
Use care to avoid being pinched when
removing or installing the rod.
● Use caution when trying a trim position
for the first time. Increase speed gradu-
ally and watch for any signs of instability
or control problems. Improper trim an-
gle can cause loss of control.
NOTE:
The outboard motor trim angle can be
changed approximately 4 degrees by shifting
the trim rod one hole.
EMU27903
Adjusting trim angle (power tilt mod-
els)
WARNING
EWM00752
●
Be sure all people are clear of the out-
board motor when adjusting the tilt an-
gle. Body parts can be crushed between
the motor and the clamp bracket when
the motor is trimmed or tilted.
● Use caution when trying a trim position
for the first time. Increase speed gradu-
ally and watch for any signs of instability
or control problems. Improper trim an-
gle can cause loss of control.
●
If equipped with a power trim and tilt
switch located on the bottom cowling,
use the switch only when the boat is at a
complete stop with the engine off. Do
not adjust the trim angle with this switch
while the boat is moving.
Tilt the engine to the desired angle using the
power tilt switch.
NOTE:
Stay within the trim operating angle when
trimming the outboard motor using the power
tilt system.
To raise the bow (“trim-out”), tilt the engine up.
To lower the bow (“trim-in”), tilt the engine
down.
Make test runs with the trim set to different an-
gles to find the position that works best for
your boat and operating conditions.
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