Owner`s manual

2270 CENTER CONSOLE
2.6 Steering System
Hydraulic Steering System
The hydraulic steering system is made of two main components: the helm assembly and the
hydraulic cylinder. The helm unit acts as both a fluid reservoir and pump. Turning of the helm,
or steering wheel, pumps the fluid in the hydraulic hoses and activates the hydraulic cylinder
causing the motor to turn. A slight clicking sound may be heard as the wheel is turned. This sound
is the opening and closing of valves in the helm unit and is normal.
2.7 Trim Tabs (Optional)
Pursuit uses a dual toggle switch to control the trim tabs.
The switch is labeled and controls bow up and down
movements. It also controls starboard and port up and
down movements. Bow up and bow down will control the
hull planing attitude while port and starboard up and down
provides control for the hull listing.
Before leaving the dock, make sure that the tabs are in the
full “UP” position by holding the control in the bow up
position for ten (10) seconds.
Always establish the intended heading and cruise speed before attempting to adjust the hull attitude
with the trim tabs. After stabilizing speed and direction, move the trim tabs to achieve a level side
to side running attitude, being careful not to over trim. After depressing a trim tab switch, always
wait a few seconds for the change in trim plane to take effect. Avoid depressing the switch while
awaiting the trim plane reaction. By the time the effect is noticeable, the trim plane will have
moved too far and thus the boat will be in an overcompensated position.
When running at a speed that will result in the boat falling off plane, lowering the tabs slightly, bow
down, will improve the running angle and operating efficiency. Too much bow down can reduce
operating efficiency and cause substantial steering and handling difficulties.
Be extremely careful when operating in a following sea. The effect of trim tabs is amplified under
such conditions. Steering and handling difficulties can result from improper trim tab usage,
particularly in a following sea. Always raise the tabs to the full bow up position in these conditions.
When running at high speeds be sure that the tabs are in the full “UP” position. Only enough
trim plane action should be used to compensate for any listing. Trim tabs are extremely sensitive
at high speeds. Adjust for this and be prepared to slow down if difficulties arise.
When running into a chop, a slight bow down attitude will improve the ride. Be careful not to over
trim. Handling difficulties may result.
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Trim Tab Switch