Volvo Penta KAD/KAMD44P Operator's Manual page 38

Operation
36
Running aground
The automatic Kick-up function releases the drive if it
grounds or hits an object in the water. If the function has
been tripped and the drive released it must be trimmed
back to the original position using the control buttons.
IMPORTANT! The Kick-up function only protects the
drive when running ahead (forwards). There is no pro-
tection for the drive while running astern (backward).
Check after running aground that the drive or propeller are
not damaged or if there are vibrations from the drive. If this
is the case then the boat (if possible) should be run to har-
bor at reduced speed and taken out of the water.
Take the boat out of the water. Check the oil level in the
drive. If it is colored gray then water has entered the drive.
If this is the case or if other damage has occurred to the
drive it must be inspected at an authorized Volvo Penta
workshop. If only the propeller has been damaged it must
be replaced. Launch the boat and test drive. If there are
still vibrations it must be inspected by an authorized Volvo
Penta workshop.
IMPORTANT! To prevent galvanic corrosion any dam-
age to the paintwork on the drive and propeller must
be repaired before launching the boat: See section
"Laying up/Launching".
DPX twin and triple installations:
WARNING! If the parallel strut shows signs of dam-
age, run at reduced speed to harbor. The parallel strut
is a vital safety component, damage may affect steer-
ing characteristics. In the worst case steering could
be lost altogether. Never align or weld a damaged par-
allel strut. Please contact your nearest authorized Vol-
vo Penta workshop for assistance.