Operation

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Checking power trim and tilt system

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WARNING

●Never get under the lower unit while it is tilted, even when the tilt support lever is locked. Severe injury could occur if the outboard motor accidentally falls.

●Body parts can be crushed between the motor and the clamp bracket when the motor is trimmed or tilted.

●Be sure no one is near the outboard motor before performing this check.

1.Check the power trim and tilt unit for any sign of oil leaks.

2.Operate each of the power trim and tilt switches on the remote control and en- gine bottom cowling to check that all switches work.

3.Tilt the outboard motor up and check that the tilt rod and trim rods are extend- ed completely.

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1.Tilt rod

2.Trim rods

3.Tilt support lever

4.Use the tilt support lever to lock the mo- tor in the up position. Operate the tilt down switch briefly so the motor is sup- ported by the tilt support lever.

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1.Tilt support lever

2.Trim rods

5.Check that the tilt rod and trim rods are free of corrosion or other flaws.

6.Activate the tilt-down switch until the trim rods have retracted completely into the cylinders.

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7.Activate the trim-up switch until the tilt rod is fully extended. Unlock the tilt sup- port lever.

8.Tilt the outboard motor down. Check that the tilt rod and trim rods operate

smoothly.

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Battery

Check that the battery is in good condition, and fully charged. Check that the battery connections are clean, secure and covered by insulating covers. The electrical contacts of the battery and cables must be clean and

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