Axis Wake Research A20 Owner's Manual page 84

Raising the Tower:
Step 1: Gently raise the tower forward until it reaches its highest level.
Step 2: With your other hand, on one side fold the Axis logo plate upward until it is in the fully
raised position. (It remains attached to the tower base.)
Step 3: Standing to the side nearest to the leg in which the first two (2) knobs will be installed,
and with one hand, hold the upper hoop bar in a steady position.
Step 4: Align the holes on the tower leg and reinstall the knobs on that side of the tower.
Step 5: On the other side, fold the Axis logo plate upward until it is in the fully raised position.
Step 6: Align the holes on the tower leg and reinstall the other two knobs.
Step 7: Swivel the helm seat forward and slide it back to the preferred location for driving.
Step 8: Return any board racks outward to their normal location.
Models Available: The Grey Skull tower is standard on all Axis models. It can be deleted by the purchaser
at the time of order. Due to the complexity of mounting the tower, and how critical it is to the boat's stability
that it be mounted in the proper location, as well as the requirements for any electrical wiring, Axis does not
recommend the addition of a tower and tower accessories after the boat has been delivered. Adding any
tower other than an Axis-built tower to a boat will void the warranty. If Axis tower accessories are added
to the tower after the build process, it may be necessary to upgrade the internal tower shock absorbers
to accept the additional weight and perform as designed. This kind of upgrade should be done only by an
authorized Axis dealer.
Adding any tower to an Axis boat other than a Axis-built tower will void the
warranty. Due to the complexity of adding a tower, the stresses on the deck
and the potential for injury if the tower fails, Axis strongly discourages the
addition of a post-boat-construction tower. If Axis tower accessories are
added to the tower after the build process, it may be necessary to upgrade the
internal tower shock absorbers to accept the additional weight and perform as designed.
This kind of upgrade should be done only by an authorized Axis dealer.
Optional Toggle Latch:
On boats equipped with the optional toggle latch, during operation, the toggle switch must be secured
on each side as shown.
Always ensure that the toggle latch on each side is secure prior to any
outing. If a latch is left unsecured, the tower will become unstable and could
fall on individuals, or become dislodged while towing if the tower is upright.
In opening and closing the toggle latch, take care to avoid pinching fingers,
hands or parts of the body.
The photos at right
demonstrate how
the toggle works.
To secure it, reverse
the steps.
To raise or lower the tower, Axis strongly recommends a second person to help steady the tower into
position. The tower's weight could cause loss of control, resulting in damage to the boat or potential injury
to person(s).
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