Suzuki DF15A Manuel D'utilisation page 25

"RELEASE" Position (UP)
Use this position in "FORWARD" gear when
unsure of depth or concealed objects. Placing
the tilt lock lever in the "release" position allows
the motor to tilt up if you strike an underwater
object, reducing the chance of damage to the
motor. Refer to the OPERATION IN SHALLOW
WATER section for details on shallow water
operation.
 WARNING
When you operate the motor with the tilt
lock lever in the "Release" position, the
tilt lock will not work. As a result, forces
such as from propeller thrust during
operation in "REVERSE" gear, rapid
deceleration, and striking an underwater
object can cause the motor to lift out of
the water, resulting in personal injury.
When using the "Release" position, pro-
ceed with caution and only at very low
speed.
TILT UP LOCK ARM
The tilt up lock arm is used to hold the motor in
the fully tilted up position.
If you place your hands near the mount-
ing bracket or under the motor when tilt-
ing it, your hands can be crushed if the
motor slips from your grasp.
Release
Never place your hands near the mount-
ing bracket or under the motor when tilt-
ing it.
To hold the motor in the fully raised position:
1. Sift into "NEUTRAL".
2. Move the tilt lock lever 1 to the "release"
position.
3. Grab the handle on the back of the motor
cover and tilt the motor all the way up until it
is automatically locked in the fully tilted up
position by the tilt up lock arm 2.
 WARNING
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