Running Aground - Volvo Penta D4 Operator's Manual

Operation
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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 protection 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 harbor 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 oc-
curred to the drive it must be inspected at an autho-
rized 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 in-
spected by an authorized Volvo Penta workshop.
IMPORTANT! To prevent galvanic corrosion any
damage to the paintwork on the drive and propel-
ler must be repaired before launching the boat:
See section "Laying up/Launching".
Control of parallel strut
WARNING! If the parallel strut shows signs of
damage, run at reduced speed to harbor. The
parallel strut is a vital safety component, dam-
age may affect steering characteristics. In the
worst case steering could be lost altogether.
Never align or weld a damaged parallel strut.
Please contact your nearest authorized Volvo
Penta workshop for assistance.