26 Bennington Owner’s Manual
Instruments:
The instruments installed on your boat indicate current operating conditions for the engine and
related systems. When you take delivery of your boat, ask your dealer about the normal readings of
the gauges. This provides you with a reference point to evaluate how well your boat is operating.
Keep in mind that the readings on some gauges tend to fl uctuate. You should investigate the cause
for gauge readings that show a constant or sudden change from the normal reading. Note below
a Bennington dash. Your dash may be different depending on the model of Bennington you own.
However, the gauge descriptions to follow provide you with the basic use of all gauges used by
Bennington. Note that not all gauges listed are available for all Bennington boat models.
Your Bennington may not be equipped with all of the following components.
Certain components are not available on select Bennington models.
See your Bennington dealer for the latest product information.
Tachometer:
The tachometer indicates engine revolutions per minute (RPM).
See your engine manual for maximum full throttle RPM. Do not exceed
the specifi cations. Propeller size (diameter & pitch) will change the RPM
output of an engine. Ask your Bennington dealer to assist you in selecting
the best propeller for your desired performance recommended and engine
RPM range.
Refer to your engine manual for specifi c information.
Most Bennington boats are equipped with a tachometer gauge and may be
either a 3” or 4” diameter gauge.
Voltmeter:
The voltmeter shows the condition of the battery in volts DC. The operating
range is 12 + volts.
Fuel Gauge:
The fuel gauge indicates the amount of fuel in the tank. The most accurate
reading is at idle speed when your boat is level. Because the reading is
approximate, compare to known fuel consumption rate and hours of use.
Your engine manual should help you to determine a fuel consumption
rate based on the horsepower and type of engine you are using with your
boat. If you fi nd that you are consistently getting inaccurate readings,
you may need to adjust the sending unit in the fuel tank. Please contact
your Bennington dealer for assistance concerning this adjustment. Most
Bennington boats are equipped with a fuel gauge and in all cases this is a 2”
diameter gauge. The fuel gauge will read within a 1/4 of a tank accuracy.
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