Evinrude 30 HORSEPOWER MFE, Operator'S Manual

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Using The Evinrude MFE Outboard
Tilt Pin
To adjust the trim angle:
Place the outboard in full TILT position. Refer
to Tilt UP on page 22.
• Grasp the tilt pin retainer and squeeze to re-
lease. Slide tilt pin all the way out.
• Insert tilt pin in desire position. Make sure
the trim angle adjustment rod passes
through both stern brackets.
• Push in against retainer to lock in place.
Make sure the tilt pin is locked on the stern
bracket.
SHALLOW WATER DRIVE
Tilt the outboard to any position within the tilt
range for shallow water operation.
When operating a tilted out-
board, do not run above idle speed. Keep
the water intakes submerged at all times
to prevent the engine from overheating.
Engaging Shallow Water Drive
Slow the engine and shift to NEUTRAL before
engaging or disengaging shallow-water drive.
Move tilt/run lever to TILT position.
Grasp tilt grip on engine cover and tilt out-
board until shallow water drive link engages
tilt pin.
Relocate the tilt pin if necessary. Refer to
Tilt
Pin on page 24.
When operating a tilted out-
board, do not run above idle speed. Keep
the water intakes submerged at all times
to prevent the engine from overheating.
Disengaging Shallow Water Drive
Move tilt/run lever to RUN position. Grasp tilt
grip on engine cover and raise outboard
slightly. The shallow water drive link will auto-
matically disengage. Slowly lower outboard to
its normal operating position.
1. Tilt pin retainer
2. Tilt pin 007025
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WARNING
When in shallow water drive, your motor
has no protection from the effects of
underwater impact.
Operate the motor in FORWARD and
ONLY at slow speed. The motor can tilt
up forcibly and drop suddenly if it hits an
underwater object or if you shift to
REVERSE and apply throttle. You could
lose control.
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NOTICE
1. Shallow water drive link 007025
1. Water intakes
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NOTICE
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