Overspeed Rev Limit; Power Trim And Tilt - Mercury 300XS OptiMax User Manual

Overspeed Rev Limit

The PCM does not allow the engine to exceed the rev limit. Refer
to Specifications to determine this engine's RPM limit.
Upon reaching the rev limit, the Guardian System activates the
warning horn. If the operator does not reduce engine speed within
five seconds, the Guardian Systems reduces available engine
power.
To reset the Guardian System protection:
1. Completely reduce throttle for two to three seconds.
2. Re-engage the throttle. If the engine does not respond, repeat
step one.

Power Trim And Tilt

NOTE: Outboard position can be adjusted by pressing trim switch.
This range is used while operating your boat on plane.
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a - Trim switch
b - Trim range
c - Tilt range
• Pressing (DN): Moves the outboard in closer to the boat
transom, called trimming in or down.
• Pressing (UP): Moves the outboard further away from the
boat transom, called trimming out or up.
FEATURES AND CONTROLS
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