8 - PROPULSION SYSTEM235
Throttles operation
- Move both throttles to the “Neutral” position (vertical single lever).
- Press the “CONTROL/SET” button from the location you want to use
(the transfer indicator lights will light).
- Press the “MODE” button according to the mode you want to activate:
- EASIDOCK
- AUTOTROLL
- LEVER HONES
- WARM UP
CAUTION
If you have to connect the batteries in parallel for the start-up of the pro-
pulsion engines, it is suggested to disconnect the electric devices in order
to avoid current rushes or drops.
CAUTION
Should a magneto-thermal switch trip, do not try repeatedly to reset it, but
check the relevant electric system condition.
CAUTION
We suggest avoiding slow running for more than 5 minutes.
The slow run implies major wear of the engine mechanical parts and is
the most harmful from the point of view of polluting exhaust.
8.4.1 Engine drive
Despite the efciency and the high performances of the yacht, and in par-
ticular the sensitivity to rudder motion, which allow an immediate response
to the controls, the use of this yacht requires a careful and responsible be-
haviour.
In the passage between displacement and gliding navigation there is a criti-
cal phase to be carried out as quickly as possible, as it is characterized by
high consumption and more vibrations; it also causes a very deep wake.
Minimum glide speed is inuenced by displacement, weight distribution on
board, position of interceptors, stabilizing ns and sea conditions.
The excellent choice and quality of the engines allows keeping high speeds
for a long time with no consequences.
Yet an excellent compromise between transfer speed, comfort and con-
sumption is obtainable with about 1500/2000 rpm less than the maximum
allowable revolutions.
Do not keep the propulsion engines at idle run for a long period of time; this
to prevent them from getting “dirty” or overheated.
Avoid harsh accelerations or decelerations to avoid excessive stresses for
the engine turbines.
When the yacht reaches the cruising speed, the engine check instruments
should set to constant values.
If the instruments show contrasting or abnormal indications during continu-
ous run, check for failures of the systems or of the equipment and contact
Assistance Service.
CAUTION
Even if the automatic pilot controls the route, navigation must be super-
vised in any case.
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