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ADJUSTING TRIM ANGLE

 

 

 

 

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Manual tilt model

 

 

 

 

There are 4 or 5 holes provided in the

 

 

 

 

clamp bracket to adjust the outboard

 

 

 

 

motor trim angle.

 

 

 

 

1) Stop the engine.

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2) Remove the trim angle adjusting rod

 

 

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1 from the clamp bracket while tilting

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

the motor up slightly.

 

 

 

 

3)Reposition the rod in the desired hole. To raise the bow (“trim-out”), move the rod away from the transom.

To lower the bow (“trim-in”), move the rod toward the transom.

Make test runs with the trim set to differ- ent angles to find the position that works best for your boat and operating condi- tions.

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8Stop the engine before adjusting the trim angle.

8Use care to avoid being pinched when removing or installing the rod.

8Use caution when trying a trim position for the first time. Increase speed gradu- ally and watch for any signs of instabili- ty 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 adjusting-rod one hole.

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