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TRIMMING OUTBOARDMOTOR

The trim angle of the outboard motor helps determine the position of the bow of the boat in the water. The correct trim angle will help improve performance and fuel economy while reducing strain on the engine. The correct trim angle depends upon the combination of boat, engine, and propeller. Correct trim is also affected by variables such as the load in the boat, sea conditions, and running speed.

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Excessive trim for the operating conditions (either trim up or trim down) can

105012 cause boat instability and can make steering the boat more difficult. This increases the possibility of an accident. If the boat begins to feel unstable or is hard to steer, slow down and/or readjust the trim angle.

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Refer to the section “ADJUSTING TRIM ANGLE” for instructions on usage.

1Trim operating angle

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