Steering System Operation
While directional control of a boat’s steering system
operates much like that of an automobile, a boat’s
responsiveness and maneuverability is very different
from that of a car. Avoid high-speed maneuvers until
you become accustomed to driving your boat. Keep in
mind that a boat is never as maneuverable when mov-
ing in reverse as it is when travelling forward.
If the power steering system stops working, the steer-
ing wheel will still function but it will feel harder to steer.
If this condition occurs, look for possible causes and
fix them if possible. If the power steering system cannot
be corrected on board, proceed at a reduced speed.
You will be able to steer the boat, but with increased
effort. See your authorized Volvo Penta dealer as soon
as possible to correct your power steering system.
At slow speeds (no wake), your boat may tend to wan-
der due to wind and current. This is normal and may
be overcome by anticipating bow direction and cor-
recting with steering wheel. A slightly higher throttle
and trim setting may also lessen the tendency to wan-
der. Changing weight distribution, aft to forward, can
also affect slow speed steering.
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