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MAINTENANCE
Check power trim and tilt system
!
WARNING
Never get under the lower unit
while it is tilted. Risk for severe
injury if the outboard accidentaly
falls!
Make sure no person is under
the outboard before performing
this test. Risk of crushing injuries
between outboard and clamp
bracket if the outboard is trimmed
or tilted.
1.
Check the power trim and tilt
unit for any signs of oil leaks.
2.
Operate each of the power trim
and tilt switches on the remote
control and lower cowling to
check that all switches work.
NOTE!
The ignition key must be in
IGN&ACC
position.
3.
Tilt up the outboard and check
that the tilt rod and trim rods
are extended completely.
Tilt and trim rods, manual valve
4.
Check that the tilt rod and trim
rods are free from corrosion or
other flaws.
5.
Activate the tilt-down switch
until the rods have retracted
completely into the cylinders.
!
CAUTION!
The outboard can belowered by
carefully turning manual valve,
should the electric system fail.
Ensure that the manual valve
is tightened before starting the
outboard.
Tilt and trim switch on cowling
6.
Activate the trim-up switch
until the tilt rod is fully
extended.
7.
Tilt the outboard down. Check
that the tilt rod and trim rods
operate smoothly.
NOTE!
Consult your dealer if any
operation is abnormal.
