Operation
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your boat and operating conditions.
WARNING
EWM00400
●
Stop the engine before adjusting the
trim angle.
●
Use care to avoid being pinched when
removing or installing the rod.
●
Use caution when trying a trim position
for the first time. Increase speed gradu-
ally and watch for any signs of instabil-
ity or control problems. Improper trim
angle can cause loss of control.
NOTE:
The outboard motor trim angle can be
changed approximately 4 degrees by shifting
the trim rod one hole.
EMU27903
Adjusting trim angle (power tilt
models)
WARNING
EWM00752
●
Be sure all people are clear of the out-
board motor when adjusting the tilt an-
gle. Body parts can be crushed
between the motor and the clamp
bracket when the motor is trimmed or
tilted.
●
Use caution when trying a trim position
for the first time. Increase speed gradu-
ally and watch for any signs of instabil-
ity or control problems. Improper trim
angle can cause loss of control.
●
If equipped with a power trim and tilt
switch located on the bottom cowling,
use the switch only when the boat is at
a complete stop with the engine off. Do
not adjust the trim angle with this
switch while the boat is moving.
Tilt the engine to the desired angle using the
power tilt switch.
NOTE:
Stay within the trim operating angle when
trimming the outboard motor using the power
tilt system.
To raise the bow (“trim-out”), tilt the engine
up.
To lower the bow (“trim-in”), tilt the engine
down.
Make test runs with the trim set to different
angles to find the position that works best for
your boat and operating conditions.
EMU27911
Adjusting boat trim
When the boat is on plane, a bow-up attitude
results in less drag, greater stability and effi-
ciency. This is generally when the keel line of
the boat is up about 3 to 5 degrees. With the
bow up, the boat may have a greater tenden-
cy to steer to one side or the other. Compen-
sate for this as you steer. The trim tab can
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