Axis A20 Owner's Manual page 8

Trailer Components and How They Function ...................................................................... 120
Trailer Jack ........................................................................................................................... 120
Lights ................................................................................................................................... 121
Axles ..................................................................................................................................... 122
Wheels and Hubs ................................................................................................................. 122
Lug Nuts ............................................................................................................................... 123
Tires ..................................................................................................................................... 123
Brakes .................................................................................................................................. 124
Towing Advice ........................................................................................................................ 127
Prior to Towing ..................................................................................................................... 127
Pre-Tow Check List ............................................................................................................... 127
Underway ............................................................................................................................. 128
Launching and Re-Loading the Boat from the Trailer ........................................................ 128
When the Trailer Is Not in Use .............................................................................................. 129
get ready
Get Ready ............................................................................................................................... 134
Axis Fuel System .................................................................................................................. 134
Final Checks Before Starting ............................................................................................... 135
Starting and Operation ........................................................................................................ 135
Starting ................................................................................................................................ 136
Break-In Period .................................................................................................................... 137
Smart Operations ................................................................................................................ 137
Stopping ............................................................................................................................... 137
High Speed Maneuvers ........................................................................................................ 138
Special Conditions................................................................................................................ 138
Towing and Interaction ........................................................................................................ 138
Anchoring ............................................................................................................................. 139
Docking and Tie-Up ............................................................................................................. 139
care & maintenance
On-Going Care ........................................................................................................................ 144
General Cleaning .................................................................................................................. 144
Canvas .................................................................................................................................. 144
Upholstery ........................................................................................................................... 147
Approved Cleaners for Axis Upholstery ............................................................................... 149
Carpets and Mats ................................................................................................................. 150
Swim Board .......................................................................................................................... 150
Hull and Deck Finishes ......................................................................................................... 150
Stainless Steel, Chrome and Aluminum Components ......................................................... 151
Routine Maintenance ............................................................................................................ 152
Before Starting the Engine ................................................................................................... 153
Inspect the Sea Strainer ...................................................................................................... 153
Check the Battery Holders and the Connections................................................................. 154
Check for Odors ................................................................................................................... 154
After Starting the Engine ..................................................................................................... 155
Check for Odors, Particularly From Exhaust Emissions ...................................................... 155
Be Certain that the Battery Registers as Fully Charged and
That There Is Sufficient Fuel for the Outing .................................................................. 155