Operation Power Tilt Operation Tilting is normally used for raising the drive unit to ob- tain clearance when beaching, launching from a trail- er, or mooring. When tilting the drive unit, the boat should be at rest or at idle speed only. The trim/tilt switch controls the tilting feature of the drive unit. When the trim/tilt switch is held in the “bow- up” position, the drive unit tilts up until the switch is re- leased or the drive unit reaches the maximum tilt po- sition. The trim/tilt gauge will indicate the “tilt” position whenever the drive unit is in the tilt range. 22786 CAUTION!
Never exceed 1000 RPM when oper- ating the drive unit in the tilted position (6°-29°) because it may damage the drive system. Never RUN the engine when the drive unit is tilted more then 30° or the drive will be damaged. Never operate the engine out of water or without water supplied to the engine. The water pump may be dam- aged or the engine may overheat. See flushing proce- dures found in the maintenance section. 7743722 - Downloaded from www.volvopenta.com 13/05/2008 20:17:06 WARNING! To avoid possible contact with the propellers, never use the drive unit as a ladder or as a lift to board the boat.
Never board at the rear of the boat when the engine is running, even if the engine is operating in neutral. Personal injury could result from contact with rotating engine parts and propellers. Any malfunction of the trim/tilt system could result in a loss of impact protection. Malfunction can also result in loss of reverse thrust capability. If malfunction oc- curs, see your authorized Volvo Penta dealer. 22781 Power Trim/Tilt Switch & Gauge Location The power trim/tilt switch is located on the remote control handle or on the boat’s dashboard. The trim in- dicator displays the drive position in the Trim range.
With dual installations, it is permissible to individually trim the drive in Trim range. When the drive is in Beach range (7° to 10°), boat speed must be lower than planing speed. The engine must be stopped when fully tilted (Lift Range). 22784 NOTE! The automatic stop function between the Trim range and Beach range is an optional feature; unless you have the automatic stop function installed on your boat, you should check the trim indicator carefully during trim operation. 22785 42 VPA 7743722 English 10-2004