Trim/Tilt Motor Protection; Impact Protection - Volvo 5.0OSiE-J Operator's Manual

Trim/Tilt Motor Protection

NOTICE! Always allow the trim/tilt switch to return to its center position when the drive unit reaches its maximum
raised or lowered position. This precaution will prevent your trim/tilt motor from overheating.

Impact Protection

The trim/tilt system provides impact protection in the trim/tilt cylinders. If an impact occurs while in forward motion,
the cylinders will allow the drive to "kick up," thereby helping to minimize drive damage. However, impact damage
can occur in either FORWARD or REVERSE directions.
NOTICE! When backing-up in REVERSE, there is no impact protection. Be very careful when backing-up in RE-
VERSE. Do not exceed 2500 RPM.
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You must be careful when:
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You operate in FORWARD or REVERSE.
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You are backing up.
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You trailer your boat.
•
You launch your boat.
NOTICE! Impact damage is more likely to occur when
you are in a turn where side loads are
placed on the drive unit.
If you strike a solid object:
•
Throttle back and shut off the engine immedi-
ately.
•
Closely inspect the boat and drive unit (espe-
cially the transom shield assembly that contains
steering system components).
•
Check the engine compartment for water leak-
age.
If there is damage, operate the boat at low RPM and
take it to a Volvo Penta dealer for inspection. Operat-
ing a damaged unit could cause additional damage
and could become very costly to repair. Have neces-
sary repairs made immediately. Only operate your
boat if absolutely necessary.
NOTICE! Always check your boat and engine for
damage. Failure to inspect for damage
may:
•
Result in sudden loss of steering control.
•
Adversely affect your boat's capability to resist
high-speed impacts.
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