Operator`s manual

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Shifting to “Bow Down”
“Bow Down” puts more of the bow in the
water. This gives the water vehicle more
“hook,” which enhances turning perfor-
mance. This position will also help the water
vehicle get up on plane more quickly. At
higher speeds, however, the water vehicle
will have greater tendency to “bow steer”
and follow waves and wakes in the water.
Fuel economy and maximum speed are also
reduced.
Shifting to “Bow Up”
“Bow Up” puts less of the bow in the water.
There is less water resistance, so straight-
ahead acceleration when on plane and top
speed are enhanced. In some conditions,
however, the vehicle may tend to “porpoise”
(hop in the water). If the vehicle is porpois-
ing, choose Neutral or Bow Down trim.