Operation50 Use caution when trying a trim positionfor the first time. Increase speed gradu-ally and watch for any signs of instabilityor control problems. Improper trim an-gle can cause loss of control. If equipped with a power trim and tiltswitch located on the bottom cowling,use the switch only when the boat is at acomplete stop with the engine off. Donot adjust the trim angle with this switchwhile the boat is moving.Adjust the outboard motor trim angle usingthe power trim and tilt switch.To raise the bow (trim-out), press the switch“ ” (up).To lower the bow (trim-in), press the switch“ ” (down).Make test runs with the trim set to different an-gles to find the position that works best foryour boat and operating conditions.EMU27912Adjusting 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 ofthe boat is up about 3 to 5 degrees. With thebow up, the boat may have a greater tenden-cy to steer to one side or the other. Compen-sate for this as you steer. When the bow of theboat is down, it is easier to accelerate from astanding start onto plane.1. Power trim and tilt switch1. Power trim and tilt switchUPDN1ZMU04193ZMU04601DNUP11. Power trim and tilt switch
