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Exterior Equipment
Swim Platform and Boarding Ladder
A berglass swim platform is mounted to the port
side of the transom. A platform mounted on the
starboard side is an available option. A grab rail on
the platform provides a hand hold while boarding.
A telescopic boarding ladder is recessed into the
port swim platform. To use the ladder, press the
red button to release the latch that secures the
ladder in the stored position. Then pull the ladder
out of the recess and rotate it to the down position.
The ladder must be retracted and secured in the
recess before starting the engine.
MOVING PROPELLERS ARE DANGEROUS. THEY CAN CAUSE
DEATH, LOSS OF LIMBS OR OTHER SEVERE INJURY. DO NOT
USE THE SWIM PLATFORM OR BOARDING LADDER WHILE
THE ENGINE IS RUNNING. STOP THE ENGINE IF DIVERS OR
SWIMMERS ARE ATTEMPTING TO BOARD. ALWAYS RETRACT
AND PROPERLY SECURE THE LADDER BEFORE STARTING
THE ENGINE.
Unassisted Boarding Situations
When using the swim platform ladder in an unassist-
ed boarding situation in deep water, hold the swim
platform and brace your feet against the transom
and hull side for stability. Then press the red button
to release the latch that secures the ladder in the
stored position. Pull the ladder out of the recess and
rotate it to the down position with your free hand.
Hold the side rail of the ladder for stability, then use
your free hand and feet to extend the ladder. Use
the ladder side rails and platform grab rail for stability
while boarding. Remember to retract the ladder and
secure it in the recess before starting the engines.
Trim Tabs
The trim tabs are located on the transom. The trim
tabs are an important part of the control systems.
Please refer to the Helm Control Systems chapter
for detailed information on the operation and main-
tenance of the trim tabs.
Trolling Motor (Optional)
A trolling motor mounted near the bow can be in-
stalled as optional equipment. The features, opera-
tion and controls are unique to the trolling motor
system and options you choose. A special DC elec-
trical circuit activated by a heavy duty main circuit
breaker in the bow storage compartment connects
the three trolling motor batteries in series to supply
36 volt current to the trolling motor system. Make
sure the 36 volt circuit is activated before using the
Ladder Extended
Ladder in Stored Position
trolling motor and turned o when the system is not
in use. Refer to the 36 volt Trolling Motor System
section of the Electrical System chapter for additional
information on the trolling motor electrical system.
A special heavy duty outlet plug with a protective
cover, located in the cockpit liner near the bow,
provides the connection for the trolling motor. The
protective cover protects the plug from the elements
when it is not use. Make sure the cover is securely
in place whenever the trolling motor power cord is
not connected to the plug.
An owners manual will be included with the trolling
motor. It is essential that you read the manual and
be completely familiar with the operation of the
trolling motor and the trolling motor controls before
using your boat.
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