Axis T23 User Manual

Competitions may showcase the driving skills of professional operators. Tempting as it
may be to try the same kind of extraordinary maneuvers, the vast majority of
operators should avoid boating at top speed. Professionals are trained to plan
and prepare in the event something goes wrong.
The engines are built and tuned to run at the optimum speed range for water
skiing, wakeboarding, wake surng and similar activities. Higher speeds are
achievable but the intent is for only brief bursts of speed in those instances
where the Axis operator needs to move quickly to get out of a potentially
dangerous situation.
Attempting to replicate the high-speed maneuvers
of professional boat driver can lead to loss of control,
damage to the boat and serious injury or death to the
operator and passengers.
Weather conditions and altitude can aect the best operating range for the engine. If you
feel that you are not getting the expected performance from your boat, contact your authorized
Axis dealer to discuss changing or adjusting the propeller to compensate. Do not attempt to do
this without assistance as it may void the boat and/or engine warranty.
Boating regularly on the same body of water will assist the operator in
anticipating conditions under normal circumstances. But for boaters who try
dierent locations or even in instances where conditions are abnormal at a
known location, operators should seek advice from local sources. Do not launch
when threatening weather is in the area. If there has been recent ooding, there
may be additional oating debris. If a drought is occurring, a lowered water level
may result in submerged hazards becoming exposed.
Avoid brackish or weedy areas, too. The ora can become entangled in the
propeller and cause problems. Smaller material can become lodged in the water
intake for the engine and transmission. Fouling from natural materials can result
in damage to the drive train that is not covered under warranty!
Activities behind the boat require interaction between the driver, an observer
and the sport participant. See the Safety section of this Owner’s Manual for
information about hand signals and the safe pick-up of a downed skier/boarder/
swimmer. The driver is responsible for the well-being of all aboard, plus any
outside the boat who are engaged in sports that are a result of operating the boat.
Under normal circumstances, Axis boats should not be used to tow other
boats. Towing other boats should be undertaken only as a last resort, when other,
more appropriate, towing is unavailable. The stress caused by towing lines, along
with the diiculty in controlling the disabled boat, could cause damage to the
towing boat as well. Always attempt to secure assistance from shore and rescue
organizations such as the U.S. Coast Guard. Never tow a boat that is the same
size or larger. A tow line should attach only from the stern eyes to the bow eye,
with suicient line to avoid contact between the two boats. Do not use three-
strand twisted nylon rope as it has too much elasticity. Lines need to stay free of
propellers on both boats. Never hold on to the rope after it is taut.
Only boat operators with knowledge of correct technique should undertake to tow. Move
slowly to prevent strain on the line, and be ready to cast loose or cut the line if conditions
become hazardous.
Axis
Owners
Manual
2019
Page 138
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Axis T23 Specifications

General

Brand	Axis
Model	T23
Category	Boat
Language	English