Basic components
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Power trim and tilt switch on remote control or tiller handle
The power trim and tilt system adjusts the outboard motor angle in relation to the tran- som. Pressing the switch “
” (up) trims the outboard motor up, then tilts it up. Pressing the switch “
” (down) tilts the outboard motor down and trims it down. When the switch is released, the outboard motor will stop in its current position.
NOTE:
For instructions on using the power trim and tilt switch, see pages 32 and 34.
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Power trim and tilt switch on bottom engine cowling
The power trim and tilt switch is located on the side of the bottom engine cowling. Pressing the switch “
” (up) trims the outboard motor up, then tilts it up. Pressing the switch “
” (down) tilts the outboard motor down and trims it down. When the switch is re- leased, the outboard motor will stop in its current position.
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WARNING
Use the power trim and tilt switch located on the bottom engine cowling only when the boat is at a complete stop with the engine off. Attempting to use this switch
while the boat is moving could increase the risk of falling overboard and could distract the operator, increasing the risk of collision with another boat or an obsta- cle.
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DOWN
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NOTE:
For instructions on using the power trim and tilt switch, see page 34.
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Trim tab with anode
The trim tab should be adjusted so that the steering control can be turned to either the right or left by applying the same amount of force.
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WARNING
An improperly adjusted trim tab could cause difficult steering. Always test run after the trim tab has been installed or replaced to be sure steering is correct. Be sure you have tightened the bolt after adjusting the trim tab.
If the boat tends to veer the left (port side), turn the trim tab rear end to the port side “A” in the figure. If the boat tends to veer the right (starboard side), turn the trim tab end to the starboard side “B” in the figure.
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CAUTION:
The trim tab also serves as an anode to
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