Tige R21 - Troubleshooting and Service Requirements; Troubleshooting Common Engine and Electrical Issues; Steering and Control System Troubleshooting

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TROUBLESHOOTING AND
SERVICE REQUIREMENTS
The following chart will assist you in finding and correcting minor problems
with your Tigé boat. Refer to your engine owner’s manual for more detailed
information concerning a problem starting, shifting or operating the engine.
Some problems may require the skills of a trained technician and special
service tools. Contact your Tigé Dealer for assistance.
ENGINE SYMPTOM POSSIBLE CAUSE
Engine will not crank
Ignition safety switch not in place. Install ignition safety switch.
Battery disconnect switch located in engine compartment is off. Turn switch
ON.
MAIN switch on breaker box located under dash is off. Turn switch ON.
Circuit breaker is tripped. Run fingers over breaker face and reset any
tripped circuit breakers.
Bad starter connections. Check connections and tighten. If starter solenoid
clicks when attempting to start engine, check battery connections. If
condition persists, contact your Tigé Dealer.
Engine circuit breaker open. Make sure breaker is in operating position.
Faulty ignition switch or engine problem. See your Tigé Dealer.
Shift position not in NEUTRAL. Make sure shifter is NEUTRAL.
Starting procedure not followed.
Low starter speed.
Engine cranks but will not start.
Weak or bad battery. See your Tigé Dealer.
Fuel level low or empty. Add fuel.
Contaminated fuel. See your Tigé Dealer.
Engine runs erratically Contaminated fuel. See your Tigé Dealer.
Engine vibrates
Propeller damaged. Check for bent, broken or damaged propeller,
misaligned propeller shaft, or weeds on propeller.
ENGINE SYMPTOM (con’t) POSSIBLE CAUSE
Engine runs but boat makes
little or no progress
Fouled or damaged propeller. Check for weeds on propeller, bent or broken
propeller, or contaminated fuel. See your Tigé Dealer.
Performance loss
Throttle not fully open. Make sure throttle opens fully at engines. Improper
fuel. Fill tank with correct fuel.
Engine overheating
Turn off engine immediately. Contact your Tigé Dealer.
Boat overloaded. Reduce load or distribute boat load evenly.
Improper propeller selection. See your Tigé Dealer.
Excessive bilge water. Check for excessive water. Drain bilge.
Boat hull buildup or blocked water pick-up. Clean if marine growth is
present.
Saltwater Flush Kit shut-off valve (if equipped), or water pickup seacock
(seacock applies to all models sold in Canada), is CLOSED. Open shut-off
valve or seacock (handle in-line [OPEN] with hose, not perpendicular
[CLOSED])
ELECTRICAL SYMPTOM POSSIBLE CAUSE
Electrical problem
Battery disconnect switch located in engine compartment is off. Turn switch
ON.
MAIN switch on breaker box located under dash is off. Turn switch ON.
Circuit breaker is tripped. Run fingers over breaker face and reset any
tripped circuit breakers.
Loose wiring connection. Check connections.
Defective switch or gauge. See your Tigé Dealer.
Dim or no lights, circuit breaker tripped or in OFF position.
Check breaker. Battery discharged. Charge battery.
STEERING SYMPTOM POSSIBLE CAUSE
Steering problems Corroded steering cable or worn rudder. See your Tigé Dealer.
THROTTLE/SHIFTING SYMPTOM POSSIBLE CAUSE
Throttle/shifting problems.
Low transmission fluid level. Check level. Corroded cables, defective throttle
return spring or sticking transmission shift lever. See your Tigé Dealer.