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OPERATION OF TILTING
SYSTEMS
POWER TRIM AND TILT
The “Power Trim and Tilt” is operated by press-
ing the switch. To tilt the motor up, press the
upper part of the switch. To tilt the motor down,
press the lower part of the switch.
If equipped with Keyless Start System:
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WARNING
The power trim and tilt (PTT) switch on the
side cover can be accidentally activated when
the Keyless Start System is in OFF state,
resulting in injury.
Keep all persons away from the outboard
motor to help prevent accidental activation of
the PTT system.
UP
DOWN
UP
DOWN
If not equipped with Keyless Start System:
NOTE:
Repeated operation of the power trim and tilt
(PTT) causes the overheating of the PTT motor
and the protection circuit may stop the opera-
tion of the motor. While the protection circuit
activated, the PTT switch is inoperative. This
inoperative condition of the system is cancelled
once the overheating is resolved.
MANUAL TILTING
If you are unable to tilt the motor using the
“Power Trim and Tilt” because of an electrical
problem or some other problem, you can move
the motor manually. To tilt the motor up or
down, turn the manual release valve
A
two
turns counterclockwise, move the motor to the
desired position, then retighten the release
screw.
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WARNING
The power trim and tilt (PTT) switch can be
accidentally activated when the ignition key is
off, resulting in injury.
Keep all persons away from the outboard
motor to help prevent accidental activation of
the PTT system.
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CAUTION
The motor is very heavy. When you tilt it man-
ually, you could injure your back or slip and
fall causing injury.
When you tilt the motor manually, ensure that
your grip and footing are secure and that you
are able to support the weight of the engine.
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