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Figure B10: Speedometer
NOTICE
Speedometers are not precision instru ments.
The indications are relative and should never
be used for navigational purposes or similar
critical situa tions.
DO NOT rely on the speedometer when trying
to achieve a "NO WAKE" condition in a harbor
or other enclosed water way. ALWAYS reduce
throttle! Speed ometers are not effective at mea-
suring low opera tional speeds. You are
responsible for damage caused by the wake of
your boat.
B. Tachometer - Analog & Digital Readings
Tachometer indicates the revolutions per minute
(RPM) of the engine. Multiply by 1000 to obtain the
actual revolutions. This speed is not the boat speed.
The tachometer may not register zero with the ignition
key in the OFF position. See Figures B9 & B11.
NOTICE
Never exceed the maximum recommend ed
operat ing RPM of your engine. Main taining
maximum, or close to maximum RPM for
extended periods can reduce the life of the
engine.
Some engines are equipped with devices that limit
engine RPM in accordance with the oil pres sure, or
engine temperature. Refer to the engine manual
included in the owner's packet for additional informa-
tion.
Boat Systems - Section B
Fuel Gauge
Tachometer - Digital
Figure B11: Fuel Gauge, Tachometers & Hour Meter
C. Hour Meter
The hour meter provides a numeric record of elapsed
engine operating time. It displays the time in hours of
the boat's usage. See Figure B11. This information is
important in determining scheduled maintenance
intervals, ship's log data, cruise information, etc.
The hour meter is connected to the ignition switch. Be
sure the ignition switch is in the OFF position when
the engine is not operating or the hour meter (when in
the RUN/ON position) will record additional time.
D. Fuel Gauge
The fuel gauge (bar gauge) continuously displays the
level of fuel that is present in the fuel tank. The fuel
gauge will operate when the ignition switch supplying
power to the fuel gauge is in the RUN/ON position.
Due to the mechanical nature of the fuel sender, varia-
tions in readings during various speeds of operation
may occur. This system is merely a relative indication
of the avail able fuel supply and not a calibrated
instru ment. Refer to Sec tion B-6I - Fuel Sender for
additional information.
NOTICE
Use only clean fuel of the type and grade
recom mend ed by the engine manu factur er.
The use of incorrect or contami nat ed fuel can
cause engine malfunction and serious
damage. Refer to Section B-6 Fuel Systems
for additional information.
Tachometer - Analog
Hour Meter
Owner's Manual Page 51
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