Trim Ranges
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In order to utilize the information gained from the trim
instrument, it is essential to know about the different
trim ranges and their uses. There are three trim ranges
as described below.
Trim Range
Trim range, for a drive with a single prop, is any
angle
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between -5° and 13°. For a drive with twin
props, it is any angle between -5° and 8°. This range
is used to obtain the best comfort at all running speeds
(from start to maximum speed).
Beach Range
Beach range, for a drive with a single prop, is any
angle between 13° and 30°. For a drive with twin
props, it is any angle between 8° and 30°. This range
is used for running at reduced speed in shallow water
or where water depth is uncertain.
NOTICE! Maximum safe engine speed when running
in beach range is 1000 rpm. Make sure the drive’s
coolant inlet is never trimmed out of the water.
Tilt Range
Tilt range, for either single- or dual-prop drive, is any
angle over 30°. It is used to lift the drive to maximum
height, but not when the engine is running. This
range is used for trailering or putting the boat on the
trailer. Power trim has an automatic stop that cuts the
power when its end limit has been reached. The stop
is reset automatically when activating down trimming.
NOTICE! In Tilt Range, engine starts are prevented by
a built in safety mode. The engine may be started if
this safety mode is over-ridden, however, power
should be kept to a minimum (idle RPMs). For more
information, please see Crank Override Mode in the
section entitled Power Trim in this chapter.
CAUTION!
Operating in beach range or tilt range will cause sig-
nificant loss of maneuverability.
1. The number corresponds to the drive angle in relation to the hor-
izontal (stationary boat). The lowest value shows that the drive is at
max trim in and the highest value that the drive is raised to max. Note
that the lowest value can vary from boat to boat depending on the
angle of the transom.
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