OPERATION
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Power Trim
Power Trim allows the operator to adjust the drive unit(s) angle to
provide the ideal boat angle for varying load and water conditions.
The operator must use caution while underway to prevent trimming
the drive unit up/out to far which could cause damage too the drive
unit. Ideal drive unit trim angle while the boat is on plane is
determined by boat transom and hull design. If the drive unit is
trimmed up/out too far at high speeds, it could cause the boat to
become extremely difficult to control.
Do not operate the engine over 1200 RPM when the drive unit's
trim angle is greater than 12°. While operating the engine over
1200 RPM, a maximum trim angle of 12° beyond vertical is
considered to be within mechanical limitations to prevent damage
to the drive unit.
It is recommended that the boat is equipped with a trim indicator
(s) in the dash so the operator is aware the drive unit's trim angle.
IMPORTANT: Each boat manufacturer has the option as to how
the power trim will function on their particular boat. The boat owner/
operator must be aware of how the power trim functions before
operating the boat.
In most cases, best overall performance is obtained with the drive
unit adjusted so the boat bottom will run at a 3° to 5° angle to the
water. However, this is determined by the design characteristics of
the boat.
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