X OPERATION
OPERATION POWER TRIM AND TILT
WARNING Any malfunction of the power trim and tilt unit could result in loss of shock absorber protection if an underwater obstruction is hit. Malfunction can also result in loss of reverse thrust capability. Correct fluid level must be maintained to ensure operation of the impact protection on this unit.
Full Tilt
Manual Release If needed, the outboard will tilt up or down manually, using the manual release screw.
WARNING Keep everyone clear of a tilted outboard when backing out the manual release screw. The outboard could drop suddenly and forcibly. Be sure to tighten the manual release screw after manually repositioning the outboard. Tightening the screw also reactivates the outboard’s shock absorber protection and reverse thrust capability.
1) The full tilt is often used to tilt the outboard for clearance when beaching, mooring, or launching. 2) 3)
Turn the manual release screw counterclockwise, slowly (about 3 1/2 turns), until it lightly contacts its retaining ring. Reposition the outboard. Tighten the manual release screw to hold the outboard in its new position.
1. Trim range 2. Tilt range 1. Manual release screw
Trim In most operating conditions, it is recommended to trim the outboard to the full down position when accelerating. Once on plane, trim the outboard up until the exhaust is heard, then back down slightly.
Shallow Water Drive You can tilt the outboard to any position within the tilt range but DO NOT run the engine faster than idle speed. If idling a tilted outboard, keep its water intakes submerged at all times.
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