TOHATSU M 60C Owner's Manual page 54

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ENGINE OPERATION
Select a lower hole
■ Improper Trim Angle (bow dips into
the water)
If the trim angle is too small, the
5
bow will dip into water, the speed
will decrease, and water may enter
the boat.
In this case, the trim angle should
be increased by setting the thrust
rod in a higher hole.
Select a higher hole
● Do not put hand or finger in
● Unsuitable trim position can cause
Thrust rod
Excessive trim up or down may lead
to unstable boat operation, potentially
causing the steering difficulty that
leads to accident during cruising.
● Do not cruise at high speed if
● For outboard motor model with PTT
EFTO, EPTO Type
The Provided Power Trim & Tilt can be
adjusted to set the desired trim angle
of the outboard motor in relation to
the transom shape, planing speeds
and load. It is imperative that the trim
angle is adjusted correctly. Incorrect
adjustment will cause the boat to sway,
deteriorate engine performance and
may cause unsafe steering conditions.
Thrust rod
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between outboard motor body and
clamp bracket when adjusting trim
angle to prevent injury in case the
outboard motor body falls.
loss of control of boat.
When testing a trim position, run
boat slow initially to see if it can be
controlled safely.
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improper trim position is suspected.
Stop the boat and readjust trim
angle before continuing cruise.
switch on the bottom cowl, do not
operate the switch during cruising,
or control of boat may be lost.