Trimming:
The outboard engine or stern drive can be trimmed to adjust to the ideal boat angle for given load
and water conditions. The engine should be trimmed so that it is perpendicular to the water when
the boat is running at full speed. On two-tube pontoon boats, trimming the motor does not signi-
cantly affect a boatʼs riding attitude in most cases. However, on three-tube pontoon boats with higher
horsepower engines, the boat is likely to ride higher in the water. It will accelerate more rapidly and
is more responsive in turns. Trimming is more likely to affect the boatʼs performance and overall
attitude, but the effect will be less as compared to a boat with a planing hull.
Performance Tips:
2 Tube Boats
Keep engine trimmed down while running unless in shallow water.
3 Tube Boats
Keep engine trimmed down when accelerating, trim engine up when underway.
Do Not Over Trim
Over trimming will hinder performance and create excessive engine noise and water spray.
Boat Trailer Laws:
Boat trailer laws vary from state to state.
It is your responsibility to understand the laws for the state in which you are boating.
Capacity Data:
Boat trailers carry a certication label spelling out the weight-carrying capacity. Do not exceed the
weight-carrying capacity at any time!
This capacity is referred to as the Trailer Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR). This rating in-
cludes all of the following items: the total weight of the boat, including the engine, fuel, water, and
all other items being carried on the trailer. Please refer to your Trailer Ownerʼs Manual for specic
operation and safety procedures.
Tongue Weight:
Tongue weight is a percentage of the total weight of the loaded trailer on its tongue. Ideal tongue
weight is not less than 5% and not more than 10% of the GVWR. For example, if the weight of the
loaded trailer is 3000 lbs. the weight on the tongue should be more than 150 lbs., but less than 300
lbs. Excessive tongue weight causes the front end of the towing vehicle to sway as it goes down the
road and insufcient tongue weight causes the trailer to sway or shtail.
Hitch:
Hitchs are divided into classes that specify the gross trailer weight (GTW) and maximum tongue
weight for each class. Always use a hitch with the same class number as the trailer. Most boat trail-
ers connect to a hitch ball that is connected to the towing vehicle. Note that the trailer hitch coupler
must match the size of hitch ball on the towing vehicle. The correct ball size diameter is usually
marked on the trailer coupler.
Chains:
Safety chains on the trailer provide added insurance that the trailer will not become completely
detached from the towing vehicle during transport. USE & CROSS THESE SAFETY CHAINS.
Please refer to your Trailer Ownerʼs Manual for specic operation and safety procedures.
Backing a Trailer:
If you do not have experience in backing up with a trailer, practice backing with a trailer before
you go to a launch ramp site. Get totally accustomed to using your trailer in an open area and take
someone with you who knows how to back up with a trailer.
TRAILERING YOUR SEDONA
! WARNING !
Exceeding the trailer capacity can cause damage to your trailer,
personal or property damage or serious accident.
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