Control Systems Maintenance; Steering; General; Tilt Steering - Scarab jet boat Owenrs Manual

Keep emergency engine shut off switch lanyard
free from obstructions that could interfere with
its operation. Do not modify or remove
emergency stop switch or bypass its safety
features. The proper use of the emergency stop
switch will prevent a runaway boat situation
which can cause severe personal injury or
switch when stopped to prevent accidental
starting.
The emergency shut off switch can only be effective
when in good working condition. Observe the
1. Lanyard must always be free of entangle ments
that could hinder its operation.
2. Once a month, check the switch for proper
operation. With engine running, pull lanyard. If the
engine does not stop, see your Scarab Dealer.
3. Once a month, inspect both the clip and lanyard
for cuts, breaks or wear. Replace worn or dam-
aged parts.
In an emergency situation, any occupant of the boat
can restart the engine. Just press in and hold the
emergency stop switch button, then follow normal
starting procedures. When the button is released, the
engine will stop.
from the emergency engine shut off switch
during regular boat ing opera tion. Should the
engine be shut off, boat directional control is
not available and a possible collision could
occur. Occu pants may be thrown forward or
possible engine damage may occur by the
sud den loss of engine pow er.
C. Control System Maintenance
Periodic inspections of the controls, cables, and all
connections should be made. Signs of looseness,
rust, corrosion, wear, cable jacket cracks or other
deterioration require immediate system servicing.
Replace all damaged components.
Boat Systems - Section B
Generally, periodic lubrication of all moving parts and
connections with a light, waterproof grease is in order.
Cables can be lubricated by positioning them to their
fullest extension and applying light grease to the inner
cable near the jacket. Working the cables back and
forth will distribute the grease in the inner cable.
Reapply the grease if necessary.
Lubrication should be performed as often as neces-
sary to keep the system operating smoothly. Cable
manufacturers such as SeaStar Solutions
special tools to make cable lubrication easier.
Cable and control adjustments may become neces-
sary. Adjustment screws in the control, on the cables
and in the linkage are provided.
B - 2

STEERING

A. General
Scarab jet boats are equipped with a very responsive
steering system. The steering assem bly is mounted
under the dash behind the steering wheel with a
one-piece cable running through the boat into the
engine compart ment. At the tran som, the cable turns
and is connected to the engine.
B. Tilt Steering
If equipped with tilt steering, depress the release lever
(adjusting tab) with your thumb to tilt the steering
wheel. Be sure to hold the top of the wheel to assist in
positioning. Release the lever once the steering wheel
is in the position desired. See Figures B4 and B5.
Refer to the steer ing manufactur er's literature, includ-
ed in the owner's packet, for additional infor ma tion.
Figure B4: Tilt Steering
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