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ABS
Trim tabs are electrically and hydraulically operated. They are used to regulate the attitude of
the boat while moving. They may also be used to adjust the boat's running angle in adverse seas,
or to compensate for unusual load conditions.
The trim tabs are operated by a two-rocker switch panel and will aid in trimming the boat fore
and aft for a smoother ride. Trim tabs can improve the ride of your boat by adjusting where the
water is hitting the keel line. In a slight chop, the waves may be hitting the keel of your boat
around the helm area causing an uncomfortable ride. By adjusting the trim tabs and lowering the
bow, the waves will hit the keel at a more forward point and soften the ride. Experimenting with
trim tabs in various sea conditions will help you determine the best positions for your boat under
different load conditions.
Trim Tab
Trim Tab Switch
Trim tabs are also useful in correcting a port or starboard running list. If the boat is listing to
the port side, press the starboard trim tab switch toward “bow down”. Press the port trim tab
switch toward “bow down” to correct a starboard list. This will tend to lower the bow by pulling
the higher side to a level position. If your bow is already in a low position, you may correct a
listing condition by pressing the trim tab switch toward “bow up”. This will cause the low side to
rise and level the boat. The running angle will also gradually improve.
The switches are marked “bow down” only. Trim tabs in the extreme “bow up” positions will
have no effect on the boat's ride. Trim tabs in the extreme “bow down” position will cause the
boat to come on plane with minimum bow rise. Unless you are operating at low speeds or with
considerable cockpit weight you will likely want to raise the tabs slightly when underway to avoid
“plowing” water. With the tabs in the “bow down” position, you will be able to maintain a plane at
the least possible RPMs.
T
RIM
T
AB
P
UMP
L
OCATION
The trim tab pump is located in the console lower aft storage compartment.
N O T I C E
Most drive units are equipped with an adjustable rudder trim tab. This trim tab should be
adjusted to balance the steering at the speed which you travel most frequently. Variations in
speed, boat load, or changes in the drive unit trim will cause the steering to pull in one direction. If
the boat pulls to the left, adjust the trim tab to the left and vice versa.
