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B. Power Tilt
Power tilt allows the operator to raise and lower the
drive unit for transporting, launching, and beach ing.
Additional information on power tilt can be found in
the engine manufacturer's manual includ ed with this
manual.
NOTICE
DO NOT operate the engine with the stern
drive tilted up. Severe damage to the engine
drive system can result. Consult the Engine
Owner's manual for specific informa tion.
E - 7
TRIM TABS
NOTICE
The information regarding trim tab(s) operation
is general in nature. Please consult the
manufacturer's operations manual for specific
information.
Electric/hydraulic trim tabs are available for certain V
series models. Trim tabs help provide maximum
control of the hull in all water and load conditions. If
used properly, trim tabs can:
a. Compensate for wind and load listing
(level the boat side to side).
b. Induce faster planing and help achieve
opti mum running angle (see Section E-7 -
Run ning Angle & Power Trim/Tilt).
The proper use of electric/hydraulic trim tabs requires
a basic under standing of trim tab opera tion and some
practice in calm water. The following discusses
general trim tab operations. Your model may vary. Be
sure to read the manufacturer's literature included in
the owner's packet regarding the specific operating
instructions of the trim tabs installed on your boat.
The trim tab control uses two (2) momentary-type
rocker switches. The trim tab switches control the
attitude or position of the boat. The trim tab switch es
are labeled by position such as "Bow Up" and "Bow
Down". They are also labeled for "Port" and "Stbd".
When pressed, the label indicates what happens to
the bow of the boat.
Engines, Drives and Instrumentation - Section E
Before leaving the dock and utilizing the trim tabs,
ensure the trim tabs are in the full up posi tion. Press
both lower halves of the trim tab switches and hold
(for approximately 10 seconds) until the tabs are
full up.
A. Control Listing
Wind, loading and many other factors can result in
the boat tilting or leaning towards one side while
running. This is called listing and can be negated
using trim tabs.
Pressing the lower port trim tab switch will move the
starboard trim tab upward. This will result in the port
bow of the boat being allowed to rise.
Press ing the lower starboard trim tab switch will cause
the port trim tab to move up ward and will result in the
starboard bow being allowed to rise.
Pressing the upper port trim tab switch will cause the
starboard trim tab to move downward and will force
the port bow downward.
Pressing the upper starboard trim tab switch will
cause the port trim tab to move down ward and will
force the starboard bow downward.
Always establish your intended heading and attain
desired cruising speed before trying to adjust running
attitude (using the trim tabs).
Al w ays press the trim tab swit ches in short one
(1) sec ond bursts. If pressed too long, you can
ove r com pen sate, and po ten tially lose con trol.
DO NOT try to cor rect the situ a tion by pressing
the other upper trim tab switch. Instead, raise
the tab slightly by pressing the appro pri ate
lower half of the trim tab switch.
After stabilization of speed and direction, press the
upper half of the appropriate trim tab switch to achieve
a level side to side running attitude. Be sure to press
the correct trim tab switch to obtain the desired result.
After pressing a trim tab switch, always wait and allow
time for the change in trim tab position to take effect.
DO NOT continue to press the trim tab switch while
a waiting trim tab reaction. By the time the effect is
noted, the trim tab will move too far and thus overcom-
pensate.
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