Owner’s Manual Page 61
Engines, Drives and Instrumentation - Section E
After gaining plane and establishing cruising speed,
pressing both lower trim tab switch es will cause both
trim tabs to move up ward and will allow the bow to
rise. This should be used to adjust the run ning attitude
of the boat to decrease the drag at cruising speed or
above, or when run ning in a following sea.
When running at an engine speed that results in the
boat falling off plane or causes the boat to plane
inefficiently, lowering both tabs slightly (bow down)
will improve the running angle and improve operating
efficiency.
Optimum efficien cy is obtained when operat ing at a 3
to 5 degree running angle. Utilizing too much “Bow
Down” trim tab can reduce operat ing effi ciency and
cause substan tial stee ring and handling difficul ties.
Be extreme ly careful when running in a following sea.
The effect of trim tabs is ampli fied under such condi-
tions. Steer ing and handling difficulties can result from
im proper trim tab usage, espe cially in a following sea.
If unsure of proper trim tab positioning, raise the trim
tabs to the full-up position.
When run ning at high en gine speeds, be sure
the trim tabs are in the full up posi tion. Trim tab
ac tion should be only enough to com pen sate
for any list ing. Trim tab ad just m ents at high
speeds are ex tre mely critical. Be prepared to
slow down should handling difficulties arise.
When running in a displacement (very slow speed)
mode, better efficiency will be obtained with the trim
tabs in the full-up position.
C. Trim Tab Maintenance
Check the fluid level of the trim tab reservoir often.
Always keep the fluid level between the designat ed
marks on the trim tab pump-reservoir. Refer to the
manufacturers information for specifi cations on the
type of fluid to be used and other operation and
maintenance infor mation.
E - 9 ENGINE INSTRUMENTATION
The helm station is equipped with a complete set of
engine instruments. These instruments allow the pilot
to constantly monitor the operational condi tion of the
engine. Close observa tion of these instru ments could
save the engine from damage.
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.
B. Induce Planing & Controlling Trim Angle
Trim tabs can also be used to facilitate faster planing
and allow better control of the running angle.
Before accelerating and trying to gain plane, press
both upper trim tab switches. This will cause both trim
tabs to move down ward and force the bow down
when running. This can also be used when running
the boat with a heavy load aboard.
Moving the trim tabs downward will in crease the lift
and the boat will achieve plane faster, or stay on plane
at a lower engine and boat speed.
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