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TILT LIMITER CAM
If the outboard motor contacts the motor well of
the boat while tilting, adjust the tilt limiter cam to
limit maximum tilt position.
1. Place the motor in the normal running posi-
tion.
2. Rotate the tilt limiter cam:
To reduce the amount of tilt, move the tab
A
of cam upward.
To increase the amount of tilt, move the tab
A
of cam downward.
3. To check your adjustment, tilt the motor fully
up to check for motor contact.
Adjust further if necessary.
Return the motor to the normal running posi-
tion for each adjustment, and repeat your
check after each adjustment.
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WARNING
Adjusting the tilt limiter cam will not prevent
the outboard motor from tilting fully up and
contacting the motor well if the motor’s lower
unit hits an object at high speed. Such tilting
could damage your motor and boat and injure
boat occupants.
Keep all occupants away from the motor when
operating at high speed.
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.
TILT LOCK LEVER
The Tilt Lock Lever is provided so you can sup-
port the motor in a tilted position for non-moving
engine support.
To set the Tilt Lock Lever:
1. Tilt the motor all the way up by pressing the
Power Trim and Tilt “UP” switch.
2. Pull down the Tilt Lock Lever as shown in the
illustration.
3. Lower the motor by pressing the Power Trim
and Tilt “DOWN” switch, until the motor is
supported by the Tilt Lock Lever.
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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.