Owner`s manual

FEATURES & CONTROLS
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1. Reduce engine speed below 2000 RPM.
2. Tilt outboard up. Make sure all the water intake holes stay submerged at all times.
3. Operate the engine at slow speed only. If engine speed exceeds 2000 RPM, the outboard will automatically
return down to the maximum trim range.
Manual Tilt System
Models without power trim are equipped with a tilt assist system that allows the operator to easily tilt and lock the
outboard at any tilt position from full down to full up.
This tilt system is designed to be adjusted when the outboard is idling in neutral or with the engine turned off.
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WARNING
Before operating, the outboard must be locked in its lock/run position. Failure to lock the outboard in its lock/
run position could result in the outboard tilting up out of the water during deceleration or while operating in
reverse, resulting in possible loss of boat control. Loss of boat control can result in serious injury, death, or boat
damage.
Before operating, the outboard must be locked in its tilt position by moving the tilt lock lever to the lock/run position.
BASIC TILTING OPERATION
Move tilt lock lever to the tilt position. Tilt outboard to desired position and lock in place by moving the tilt lock lever
back to the lock/run position.
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b
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a - Tilt position b - Lock/run position
SHALLOW WATER OPERATION
When operating the boat in shallow water, the outboard can be adjusted and locked at a higher tilt angle. Operate
the outboard at slow speed while tilted up for shallow water operation. Keep the cooling water intake holes
submerged in the water and continue to check for water discharge from the water pump indicator hole.
TILTING OUTBOARD
Tilting To Full Up Position
1. Stop the engine. Move the tilt lock lever to the tilt position. Take hold of the top cowl grip and raise outboard
to full tilt up position. Lock the outboard in place by moving the tilt lock lever to the lock/run position.
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