operator and passengers overboard.
Bow Down
Too much trim-in causes the boat to
“plow” through the water, decreasing fuel economy and
making it hard to increase speed. Operating with excessive trim-in at higher speeds also
makes the boat unstable. Resistance at the bow is greatly increased, heightening the
danger of
“bow steering” and making operation difficult and dangerous.
TIP:
Depending on the type of boat, the outboard motor trim angle may have little effect on the
trim of the boat when operating.
Tilting up and down
If the engine will be stopped for some time or if the boat is moored in shallows, the outboard
motor should be tilted up to protect the propeller and lower casing from damage by collision
with obstructions, and also to reduce salt corrosion.
Make sure that no one is near the outboard motor when tilting the outboard motor up
or down.Otherwise,body parts could be crushed between the outboard motor and
the clamp bracket .
Leaking fuel is a fire hazard. If there is a fuel joint on the outboard motor, disconnect
