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EMU00154

TILT LOCK MECHANISM (for Hydro- tilt model)

Tilt-lock mechanism is used to prevent reverse thrust from the propeller lifting the outboard motor when reversing. To lock it, set the tilt-lock lever in the Lock position. To release it, place the tilt-lock lever in the Tilt position.

1Tilt-lock lever

NOTE:

The tilt-lock mechanism on the hydro-tilt model can be used to keep the outboard motor at a slightly tilted angle for shallow water cruising. Refer to CRUISING IN SHALLOW WATER for the correct opera- tion.

EMU00155

TILT SUPPORT KNOB

To keep the outboard motor in the tilted- up position, push the tilt support knob under the swivel bracket.

EMU00162

TOP COWLING LOCK LEVER

To remove the engine top cowling, turn the lock lever. Then lift off the cowling. When replacing the cowling, check to be sure it fits properly in the rubber seal. Then lock the cowling again by moving the lever upward.

1Top cowling lock lever

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