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.
The power trim and tilt (PTT) switch on the side cover can be accidentally activated when the main switch is off, resulting in injury.
Keep all persons away from the outboard motor to help prevent accidental activation of the PTT system.
The PTT switch on the remote control lever can not be activated when the main switch is off.
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.
- Place the motor in the normal running position.
- 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.
- 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 position for each adjustment, and repeat your check after each adjustment.
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 screw A two turns counterclockwise, move the motor to the desired position, then retighten the release screw.
The motor is very heavy. When you tilt it manually, 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.
TILT LEVER
The Tilt Lever is provided so you can support the motor in a tilted position for non-moving engine support.
To set the Tilt Lever:
- Tilt the motor all the way up by pressing the Power Trim and Tilt “UP” switch.
- Pull down the Tilt Lever as shown in the illustration.
- Lower the motor by pressing the Power Trim and Tilt “DOWN” switch, until the motor is supported by the Tilt Lever.
- Continue to operate the Power Trim and Tilt “DOWN” switch until the trim rods are completely retracted.
If you do not retract the trim rams completely when mooring, they may become deteriorated or corroded.
Be sure to retract the trim rams completely when mooring.
To release the Tilt Lever, tilt the motor all the way up using the Power Trim and Tilt “UP” switch, and pull up the Tilt Lever.
The remote Power Trim and Tilt switch will work when the main switch is off. If someone activates the switch while you are moving the tilt lever, your hand could be injured.
Keep all persons away from the remote Power Trim and Tilt switch while you are moving the tilt lever.
Damage can occur if you use the tilt lever other than when the boat is moored or is otherwise stationary.
The tilt lever relieves pressure from the power trim and tilt and should only be used when the boat is stationary. Do not use the tilt lever when trailering your boat and motor. Refer to the TRAILERING section of this manual.
INSPECTION BEFORE BOATING
Failure to inspect your boat and motor before beginning a trip can be hazardous.
Before boating, always perform the inspections described in this section.
It is important to make sure that your boat and motor are in good condition and that you are properly prepared for an emergency.
Always perform the following checks before you begin boating:
• Check that you have enough fuel for the intended run.
• Check the level of engine oil in the sump
Running the engine with an insufficient amount of oil can cause serious engine damage.
Always check the oil level before each trip and add oil if necessary.
To check the oil level:
To avoid an incorrect assessment of engine oil level, check the level only when the engine has cooled.