Trimming Outboard Motor; Adjusting Trim Angle (Power Trim And Tilt) - Yamaha F225F Owner's Manual

TIP:
The engine can also be stopped by pulling

the cord and removing the clip from the en-
gine shut-off switch, then turning the main
switch to " " (off).
2. If equipped with the Yamaha Security
System: When you leave your boat, set
the Yamaha Security System to the lock
mode by pressing the lock button of the
remote control transmitter. Short beep
will sound once when locking the securi-
ty system. The lock mode is selected
only when the main switch is in the "
(off) position. For further information,
see page 23. WARNING! Do not set
the Yamaha Security System in the
lock mode when you stop the engine
at offshore.
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3. Remove the key if the boat will be left un-
attended.
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Trimming outboard motor

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WARNING
Excessive trim for the operating condi-
tions (either trim up or trim down) can
cause boat instability and can make
steering the boat more difficult. This in-
creases the possibility of an accident. If
the boat begins to feel unstable or is hard
to steer, slow down and/or readjust the
trim angle.
The trim angle of the outboard motor helps
determine the position of the bow of the boat
in the water. Correct trim angle will help im-
prove performance and fuel economy while
reducing strain on the engine. Correct trim
angle depends upon the combination of
boat, engine, and propeller. Correct trim is
also affected by variables such as the load in
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the boat, sea conditions, and running speed.
1. Trim operating angle
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Adjusting trim angle (Power trim and
tilt)
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WARNING
Be sure all people are clear of the out-
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board motor when adjusting the trim
angle. Body parts can be crushed be-
tween the motor and the clamp bracket
when the motor is trimmed or tilted.
Use caution when trying a trim position
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for the first time. Increase speed gradu-
ally and watch for any signs of instabil-
ity or control problems. Improper trim
angle can cause loss of control.
If equipped with a power trim and tilt
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switch located on the bottom cowling,
use the switch only when the boat is at
Operation
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