Johnson R, Operator'S Manual

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- Operation
Engage
Move tilt/run lever to the TILT position.
1. Tilt/run lever – TILT position
2. NEUTRAL
Grasp tilt grip on engine cover and tilt motor half-
way.
Shallow-water drive bracket will automatically en-
gage.
Slowly, lower motor until shallow-water drive brack-
ets rests against angle adjusting rod.
IMPORTANT: Check often that water intakes are
completely submerged and the water pump indica-
tor is discharging a steady stream of water.
Disengage
Move tilt/run lever to the RUN position.
1. Tilt/run lever – RUN position
2. NEUTRAL
Grasp tilt grip on engine cover and tilt motor slightly.
Shallow-water drive bracket will automatically re-
lease.
Slowly, lower motor to normal operating position.
PROPELLER SELECTION
To select the correct propeller for your boating ap-
plication, your boat and motor MUST be water test-
ed. See your DEALER for assistance.
Refer to Propeller , before removing or installing
propeller.
IMPORTANT: The correct propeller for your boat,
under normal load conditions, will allow the engine
to run near the midpoint of the RPM operating
range at full throttle. Refer to
Engine Specifica-
tions .
MOORING
You may moor your boat with the motor’s gearcase
out of the water by using its tilt feature. Refer to
Tilt-
ing and Tilt Support .
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