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OPERATION
FUEL ECONOMY
Fuel economy can vary depending on boat load, hull design, and throttle setting. When boat reaches top speed, throttle
back from FULL SPEED to a lower throttle setting. You will save fuel with a minimal loss of speed.
Typical Fuel Economy Throttle Range
1. Side mount control
2. Binnacle mount control
POWER TRIM AND TILT
Some boats plow, or are difficult to plane, when operated in the trim’s lowest position. If your boat handles unsuitably
when trimmed fully bow-down, set the angle adjusting rod or trim limiter rod to limit the travel of the power trim. If your
outboard is not equipped with this rod, purchase one from your Dealer.
WARNING
Any malfunction of the power trim and tilt unit could result in loss of shock absorber protection if an under-
water 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 sud-
denly 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 instability and/or high steering
torque, see your Dealer to correct these conditions.
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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