Section 5-System Operation And Equipment; Powertrain; Fuel System; Helm System - Formula Cruiser Owner's Manual

System Operation and Equipment
This section describes the basic operational
principles of major systems and equipment.
Your Formula boat's powertrain consists of two
propulsion units – one port unit and one starboard
unit. Depending on the model, the propulsion units
can be either stern drives (engine and outdrive) or
inboards (engine and transmission).
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WARNING
Regularly inspect and maintain all systems
to prevent unexpected hazards associated
with worn or faulty components. When
replacement parts are required, use marine
grade parts with equivalent characteristics,
including type, strength and material.
Using substandard parts could result in
injury and product failure.

POWERTRAIN

Your Formula boat's powertrain consists of two
propulsion units, one port unit and one starboard
unit. Depending on the model, the propulsion units
can be either stern drives, engine and outdrive, or
inboards, engine and transmission. The engines
may be gasoline or diesel fueled.
Your Owner Information Binder includes the
operator's manual for your propulsion units. All
operation, specifications and maintenance
information for your engines is in this manual. Be
sure to read, understand and follow the safety,
operating and maintenance information.
Your Formula boat has counter-rotating propellers.
A right-hand propeller is installed on the starboard
drive and a left-hand propeller is on the port drive.
Counter-rotating propellers increases your ability
to maneuver by the use of differential power.
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FUEL SYSTEM

Check your fuel system before each
operation. Have your fuel system
thoroughly checked at least once a year by
a certified Formula service technician.
Gasoline is highly flammable. Use extreme
caution at all times.
The line between the fuel tank and the fuel inlet of
the engine is made of a synthetic material. Alcohol
can deteriorate it, especially during periods of
storage. Have your Formula dealer inspect this
fuel line at least annually and replace, if
necessary.
The generator uses fuel from either the port or
starboard fuel tank, depending on the model. The
fuel tank that shares its fuel between an engine
and the generator holds additional fuel. Refer to
Specifications, in Section 3, for the fuel tanks
capacities.
Refer to your propulsion unit operator's manual for
additional fuel system information.

HELM SYSTEM

The helm (steering) system is not self-centering.
Be sure to keep a sure grip on the steering wheel
at all times.
Your Formula boat has one of the following
steering systems:
● Full Hydraulic
● Power Assisted Hydraulic
Cable to Hydraulic Assist Ram
●
Refer to Specifications, in Section 3, for your
boat's steering system.
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WARNING
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