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Actuator & Tab Installation
Installing the Actuators
• Install the lower hinge to the
actuator using the supplied
stainless steel pin.
• Attach the actuator to the
Trim Tab: Secure the lower hinge
with the supplied 1/4-20 x 3/4"
Phillips Head machine screws.
• Install Tab and Hinge Assembly:
Coat the threads of the #10 x 1-1/4"
screws in 3M 5200 sealant (or
equivalent) before inserting into the
backing plate pilot holes. Install the
screws in 3/4 of their length. Slide
the trim tab between backing plate
and hinge plate. Tighten the screws.
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• Set Final Actuator Position: Use
a straight edge under the trim tab
to make sure the correct negative
angle for your size of tab is achieved
(Refer to Figure 2 on page 11)
This is important to ensure correct
actuator placement (1/2" negative
angle for 9" chord; 5/8" negative
angle for 12" chord; 1" negative
angle for 16" chord).
• Fold wires down, placing the
actuator template (Pg. 30-31)
under the actuator. Align the
outside of the template with the
perimiter of the upper hinge. Tape
the template in place.
• Mark Actuator Position on the
Transom: Using the installation
drilling templates on page 30-31,
mark the three upper hinge hole
centers and the center hole on the
transom.
• Drill Actuator Holes: Using the
drilling templates on page 30-31,
drill the center hole, and three
mounting holes. Be sure to verify
whether your actuators have fixed
or adjustable upper hinges as center
hole sizes are different for each.
• Repeat the previous steps for the
opposite side of the boat.
If your Bolt set came with adjustable
upper hinge actuators (BEA3000), please
skip to page 14 "Mounting Adjustable
Upper Hinge Actuators (BEA3000) to the
Transom."
Bennett Marine | Bolt Electric Trim Tab System
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