Trim Ranges - Volvo 5.0OSiE-J Operator's Manual

Appendix
1. The number corresponds to the drive angle in relation to the horizontal (stationary boat). The lowest value shows that the drive is at
max trim in and the highest value that the drive is raised to max. Note that the lowest value can vary from boat to boat depending on
the angle of the transom.
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Trim Ranges

In order to utilize the information gained from the trim
instrument, it is essential to know about the different
trim ranges and their uses. There are three trim rang-
es as described below.
Trim Range
Trim range, for a drive with a single prop, is any angle
between -5° and 12°. For a drive with twin props, it is
any angle between -5° and 5°. This range is used to
obtain the best comfort at all running speeds (from
start to maximum speed).
Beach Range
Beach range, for a drive with a single prop, is any an-
gle between 13° and 30°. For a drive with twin props,
it is any angle between 6° and 30°. This range is used
for running at reduced speed in shallow water or
where water depth is uncertain.
NOTICE! Maximum safe engine speed when running
in beach range is 1000 rpm. Make sure the
drive's coolant inlet is never trimmed out of
the water.
Tilt Range
Tilt range, for either single- or dual-prop drive, is any
angle over 30°. It is used to lift the drive to maximum
height, but not when the engine is running. This
range is used for trailing or putting the boat on the trail-
er. Power trim has an automatic stop that cuts the
power when its end limit has been reached. The stop
is reset automatically when activating down trimming.
The engine can not be started with the drive in the
"Tilt Range."
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EVC User's Guide
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