WARNING
The power tilt (PT) switch can be acciden-
tally activated when the ignition key is
off, resulting in injury.
Keep all persons away from the outboard
motor to help prevent accidental activa-
tion of the PT system.
MANUAL TILTING
If you are unable to tilt the motor using the
"Power Tilt" because of an electrical problem or
some other problem, you can move the motor
manually. To tilt the motor up or down, turn the
manual release screw A two turns counter-
clockwise, move the motor to the desired posi-
tion, then retighten the release screw.
CAUTION
The motor is very heavy. When you tilt it
manually, you could injure your back or
slip and fall causing injury.
When you tilt the motor manually, ensure
that your grip and footing are secure and
that you are able to support the weight of
the engine.
TILT UP LOCK KNOB
The tilt up lock knob is provided so you can sup-
port the motor in a tilted position for non-moving
engine support.
To set the tilt up lock knob:
1. Tilt the motor all the way up using the power
tilt.
2. Push in the tilt up lock knob 1 to hold the
motor in the fully raised position.
3. Lower the motor using the power tilt, until the
motor is supported by the tilt up lock knob.
To release the knob, tilt the motor all the way up
using the power tilt, and pull out the tilt up lock
knob.
WARNING
If you do not take proper precautions
when tilting up the motor, fuel may leak
out.
Disconnect the fuel line whenever you
leave the motor tilted up for a long period
of time.
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