Operate tilt/trim

[Kevin Smiley]

Hello, I'm new to working on Evenrude motors. I've always had Force motors. I just bought a 1985 115 HP. The problem is the trim cylinders are extended, I want to retacct them so I can put it on a stand. I didn't get any wiring or controls with this motor. Is there a way I can hook up to a battery and retract the trim cylinders? I hooked up a battery to the blue and green wires,the motor runs, but none of the cylinders move. Thanks, Kevin

 

[Dhadley]

Re: Operate tilt/trim

Is the motor upright now? Or is it laying down?

 

[Kevin Smiley]

Re: Operate tilt/trim

The motor is in the uprite position hanging from a cherrypicker.

 

[Dhadley]

Re: Operate tilt/trim

If it has fluid make sure the manual release is closed. On the side you'll see a hole with the release screw. It takes a straight screwdriver. It doesn't have to be super tight, just seated.

 

[jim_b_20653]

Re: Operate tilt/trim

Does the trim motor have two wires or three? If two wires try reversing the polarity, you may be running the motor in the "out direction" when you need it to turn the other way.

 

[Kevin Smiley]

Re: Operate tilt/trim

Manual release was closed. Tried again, Tilt cylinder went up, would not go back down. Opened manual release, went back down to trim cylinders. The motor or pump don't sound that great when running. I'm going to pull the motor clean and check the brushes.I looked through my collection of manuals and fond that I already have a Clymer manual for this motor, so I should be good to go. If I do have any questions, Ill be sure to post up. Thanks for your reply, Kevin

 

[tashasdaddy]

Re: Operate tilt/trim

clymer is basic, if you get to techy stuff, get the J/E manual.

 

[Dhadley]

Re: Operate tilt/trim

With no pressure on the cylinders you may have to run in the down mode a bit longer. With no pressure on the cylinder the trim rams will come in first (one then the other) then the tilt cylinder will pull the bracket in. Works kinda odd from when it's on the boat or stand.