Using Your E-TEC Outboard
TILTING AND TRIM ANGLE ADJUSTMENT (POWER TRIM AND TILT) -
PL, SL AND DTL MODELS
WARNING
Any malfunction of the power trim and tilt unit could result in loss of shock
absorber protection if an underwater obstruction is hit. Malfunction can also result
in loss of reverse thrust capability.
Correct fluid level must be maintained to ensure operation of the impact protection
on this unit.
When operating in rough water or crossing a wake, excessive bow-up trim may
result in the boat’s bow suddenly rising skyward, possibly ejecting or otherwise
seriously injuring occupants.
Some boat/outboard/propeller combinations may encounter boat instability and/or
high steering torque when operated at high speed at or near the outboard’s trim
range limits (full bow-up or bow-down). Boat stability and steering torque can also
vary due to changing water conditions. If any adverse conditions occur, reduce
throttle and/or adjust trim angle to maintain control. If you experience boat instabil-
ity and/or high steering torque, see your Dealer to correct these conditions.
Some boats plow, or are difficult to plane, trim limiter rod to limit the travel of the power
when operated in the trim’s lowest position. If trim. If your outboard is not equipped with this
your boat handles unsuitably when trimmed rod, purchase one from your Dealer.
fully bow-down, set the angle adjusting rod or
WARNING
If the bow of the boat plows the water at high speeds, the boat may bow steer or
spin suddenly, possibly ejecting or otherwise seriously injuring occupants.
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| Categories | BRP Brand Manuals, Evinrude Brand Manuals, Evinrude E-TEC Manual, Evinrude Outboard Manual |
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| Tags | Evinrude 40 hp, Evinrude 50 hp, Evinrude 60 hp, Evinrude RT, Evinrude SL, Evinrude TL |
| Model Year | 2009 |
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