Shallow Water Operation - Honda Marine BF40A Owner's Manual

6. OPERATION
Shallow Water Operation
INOTlCElExcessive trim/tilt angle
during operation can cause the pro-
peller to raise out of the water and
cause propeller ventilation and
engine over-revving. Excessive
.
trim/tilt angle can also damage the
water pump and overheat the
engine.
When operating in shallow water, tilt
the motor up to prevent the propeller
and gear case from hitting the bottom
(refer
to pages 55 and 58). With the
motor tilted up, operate the motor at
low speed.
Monitor the cooling system indicator
for water discharge. Be sure that the
motor is not tilted so high that the
,
water intakes are out of the water.
If an excessive amount of throttle is
.
used when operating in forward gear,
the motor will return to the transom
angle adjusting rod.
(Gas assisted tilt type).
If the motor trim angle is more than
20' and the control lever is moved
more than 40' forward/rearward from
the N (neutral) position, the power
trim warning system will be activated
(refer to page 65).
(Power trim/tilt type).
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