Operation
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Checking power trim and tilt system
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WARNING
Never get under the lower unit while it
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is tilted, even when the tilt support lever
is locked. Severe injury could occur if
the outboard motor accidentally falls.
Body parts can be crushed between the
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motor and the clamp bracket when the
motor is trimmed or tilted.
Be sure no one is near the outboard
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motor before performing this check.
1.
Check the power trim and tilt unit for any
sign of oil leaks.
2.
Operate each of the power trim and tilt
switches on the remote control and en-
gine bottom cowling to check that all
switches work.
3.
Tilt the outboard motor up and check
that the tilt rod and trim rods are extend-
ed completely.
4.
Use the tilt support lever to lock the mo-
tor in the up position. Operate the tilt
down switch briefly so the motor is sup-
ported by the tilt support lever.
5.
Check that the tilt rod and trim rods are
free of corrosion or other flaws.
6.
Activate the tilt-down switch until the trim
rods have retracted completely into the
cylinders.
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7.
Activate the trim-up switch until the tilt
rod is fully extended. Unlock the tilt sup-
port lever.
8.
Tilt the outboard motor down. Check
that the tilt rod and trim rods operate
smoothly.
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Battery
Check that the battery is in good condition,
and fully charged. Check that the battery
connections are clean, secure and covered
by insulating covers. The electrical contacts
of the battery and cables must be clean and
properly connected or the battery will not
start the engine.
Refer to the battery manufacturer's instruc-
tions for checks for your particular battery.
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Filling fuel and engine oil
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Filling fuel for portable tank
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WARNING
Gasoline and its vapors are highly flam-
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mable and explosive. Always refuel ac-
cording to this procedure to reduce the
risk of fire and explosion.
Gasoline is poisonous and can cause
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injury or death. Handle gasoline with
care. Never siphon gasoline by mouth.
If you should swallow some gasoline or
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