Engine Hour Meter; Ignition Switch; Engine Synchronizer Gauge; Alarm Systems - Four winns 378 VISTA Owner's Manual

I.

Engine Hour Meter

Engine hour meters are standard on the 378 Vista® model
and provides a numeric record of elapsed engine operat-
ing time. This information is important in determining
scheduled maintenance intervals, ships log data, cruise
information, etc. The hour meters are located in the en-
gine compartment near the engines.
J. Ignition Switch
The ignition switch has three positions: OFF, RUN, and
START. The START position is spring loaded and the
key should be held in this position until the engine starts.
The key will return to the RUN position once released.
Always turn the key to the OFF position when the engine
is not running. This will prevent discharging of the batter-
ies. Additional information on ignition switch operation is
covered in Section A - Operation of this manual.
K. Engine Synchronizer Gauge
An engine synchronization gauge is standard on the 378
dash. It is located between the tachometers on the dash.
This instrument compares the electrical signals gener-
ated by the engines and converts those signals to a vi-
sual meter indication of engine speed difference. The
meter movement responds to changes in throttle posi-
tion.
This instrument does not physically synchronize the en-
gines, but only provides a visual indication so the opera-
tor can take corrective action. See Section F-2 - Control
Operation and the engine manufacturer's literature for addi-
tional information on throttle usage and engine synchro-
nization.
L. Alarm Systems
An engine alarm system is installed on the 378 Vista™
(gas or diesel engines). This is an audible alarm that is
mounted in the helm area; it is actuated by engine water
temperature and engine oil pressure senders. The alarm
will sound in the event of low engine oil pressure or high
engine coolant temperature.
The engine alarm will sound during engine start-up, or
whenever the ignition switch is positioned to ON and the
engine is not operating. The alarm sounds under these
conditions because engine oil pressure is low; the alarm
will cease to sound as soon as engine oil pressure rises
to the proper level.
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NOTICE
The engine alarm monitors only engine water tem-
perature and engine oil pressure. Always main-
tain a close visual watch on the drive(s), transmis-
sion(s), engine fluid levels, bilge water level, etc.
Refer to the engine manufacturer's literature for
additional information.
M. Rudder Angle Indicator Gauge
This gauge provides you with the information regarding
the angle of the rudders relative to the straight ahead
position. A rudder angle sender sends the angle infor-
mation to the rudder angle indicator gauge mounted on
the lower instrument gauge panel. See Section G-4 for
more information regarding the rudder angle indicator.
N. Navigational Packages (Optional)
Four Winns offers navigational packages as options.
See Figure E20. Please consult the manufacturer's lit-
erature included in the owner's packet for operation and
maintenance of these navigational systems (if installed).
NOTICE
Four Winns does not limit you to these specific
navigational packages mentioned above. There
are many navigational systems on the market
today. You may desire to use a different sys-
tem based on your needs, personal preference,
and mounting space available.
NOTICE
Four Winns continually strives to improve its prod-
ucts. Unit specifications, including standard and
optional equipment are constantly being modi-
fied. Equipment availability is also subject to
change. The most current and accurate informa-
tion available at the time of publication is included
in this manual. Some variation in equipment,
description, location, and details can result.
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