Outdrive Power Tilt And Trim - Monterey 295SY Owner's Manual

Helm Control Systems

4.5 Outdrive Power Tilt and Trim

All inboard/outboard drive systems have a tilt and
trim feature for the outdrives. This allows the
operator to control the position of each outdrive
from the helm. Moving the outdrive closer to the
boat transom is called trimming "in" or "down."
Moving the outdrive further away from the boat
transom is called trimming "out" or "up." In most
cases, the boat will run best with the drive unit
adjusted so the hull runs at a 3 to 5 degree angle
to the water.
Typically, a switch or switches on the control lever
grip activates the tilt/trim. On twin engine boats,
there are typically three switches. One switch that
activates both outdrives simultaneously on the
port control lever and two switches, one for each
outdrive, that activates each tilt/trim individually.
The individual tilt/trim switches are usually located
either on the port control lever or on a keypad on
the control housing.
The term "trim" generally refers to the adjust-
ment of the outdrive within the first 20
travel. This is the range used while operating your
boat on plane. The term "tilt" is generally used
when referring to adjusting the outdrive further
up for shallow water operation or trailering. For
information on the proper use and maintenance of
the power tilt and trim, please refer to the engine
owner's manual.
The maximum trim angle for the outdrives is preset
at the factory. If necessary, the maximum trim
angle can be adjusted by your Monterey dealer.
WARNING
EXCESSIVE TRIM FOR THE OPERATING CONDITIONS,
EITHER TRIM UP OR DOWN, CAN CAUSE BOAT INSTABILITY,
PROPELLER CAVITATION, OR MAKE STEERING THE BOAT
MORE DIFFICULT. IF THE BOAT BEGINS TO FEEL UNSTABLE
OR IS HARD TO STEER, SLOW DOWN AND ADJUST THE
TRIM ANGLE.
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