Operation28EMU27871Adjusting trim angle for manual tiltmodelsThere are 4 or 5 holes provided in the clampbracket to adjust the outboard motor trim an-gle.1. Stop the engine.2. Remove the trim rod from the clampbracket while slightly tilting the outboardmotor up.3. Reposition the rod in the desired hole.To raise the bow (“trim-out”), move the rodaway from the transom.To lower the bow (“trim-in”), move the rod to-ward the transom.Make test runs with the trim set to differentangles to find the position that works best foryour boat and operating conditions.WARNINGEWM00400 Stop the engine before adjusting thetrim angle. Use care to avoid being pinched whenremoving or installing the rod. Use caution when trying a trim positionfor the first time. Increase speed gradu-ally and watch for any signs of instabil-ity or control problems. Improper trimangle can cause loss of control.NOTE:The outboard motor trim angle can bechanged approximately 4 degrees by shiftingthe trim rod one hole.EMU27911Adjusting boat trimWhen the boat is on plane, a bow-up attituderesults in less drag, greater stability and effi-ciency. This is generally when the keel line of1. Trim operating angleZMU0285811. Trim rodZMU029091