SHALLOW-WATER DRIVE
Disengage
Move tilt/run lever to the RUN position.
WARNING
2
When in shallow-water drive, your motor
has no protection from the effects of under-
water impact.
Operate your motor in FORWARD and ONLY
at slow speed. The motor can tilt up forcibly
and drop suddenly if it hits an underwater
object or if you shift to REVERSE and apply
throttle. You could lose control.
1
The motor’s depth in shallow-water drive is con-
trolled by the position of the motor angle adjusting
rod. Relocate the motor angle adjusting rod if nec-
essary. Refer to Motor Angle Adjustment.
1.
2.
Tilt/run lever – RUN position
NEUTRAL
Slow the engine and shift to NEUTRAL before en-
gaging or disengaging shallow-water drive.
Grasp tilt grip on engine cover and tilt motor slightly.
Shallow-water drive bracket will automatically re-
lease.
Engage
Slowly, lower motor to normal operating position.
Move tilt/run lever to the TILT position.
PROPELLER SELECTION
1
2
To select the correct propeller for your boating ap-
plication, your boat and motor MUST be water test-
ed. See your DEALER for assistance.
Refer to Propeller, before removing or installing
propeller.
IMPORTANT: The correct propeller for your boat,
under normal load conditions, will allow the engine
to run near the midpoint of the RPM operating
range at full throttle. Refer to Engine Specifica-
tions.
MOORING
You may moor your boat with the motor’s gearcase
out of the water by using its tilt feature. Refer to Tilt-
ing and Tilt Support.
1.
2.
Tilt/run lever – TILT position
NEUTRAL
Grasp tilt grip on engine cover and tilt motor half-
way.
Shallow-water drive bracket will automatically en-
gage.
Slowly, lower motor until shallow-water drive brack-
ets rests against angle adjusting rod.
IMPORTANT: Check often that water intakes are
completely submerged and the water pump indica-
tor is discharging a steady stream of water.
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| Categories | BRP Brand Manuals, Johnson 4-Stroke Manuals, Johnson Brand Manuals, Johnson Outboard Manuals |
|---|---|
| Document Type | Boat Motor Manual. Marine Operator's Engine Guide. |
| Tags | Johnson 8 hp, Johnson R4, Johnson RL4 |
| Model Year | 2004 |
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| Publisher | johnson.com |
| Wikipedia's Page | Johnson Outboards |
| Copyright | Attribution Non-commercial |
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