Trouble Shooting Tips - pro-drive SHALLOW WATER OUTBOARD Motor Owner's Manual

TROUBLE SHOOTING TIPS

PROBLEM SOLUTION
*Make sure you are trimmed correctly (SEE PAGE 7)
*Make sure your weight distribution is correct (Test by
running alone while empty)
TILLER HANDLE TORQUE
*Using an adjustable wrench grab the skeg rod on the
end below the torque tab and bent slightly toward the
torque tab side. Run and adjust as necessary.
Before turning off engine, apply 1/4" throttle and kill
ENGINE BACKFIRES WHEN STOPPING
engine.
*Check to ensure that the clutch button is pushed in
(disengaged).
*Check ground wire attached under the tiller handle
ENGINE WON'T START
(clean and retighten it).
*If this does not correct the problem, call your authorized
dealer or Pro-Drive Outboards.
*Make sure your tank is vented.
ENGINE LOSING POWER OR STOPPING *Make sure your fuel lines are 1/4".
*Make sure your fuel line connections are tight.
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