Carver 33 SUPER SPORT, Owner'S Manual

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5.7 Helm Controls
The helm controls allow you to engage the boat’s engines, control the
boat’s speed and engine RPMs, and control the direction in which the
boat is traveling.
5.7.1 Shift/Throttle Levers
Two shift/throttle levers allow you to both shift the engines from neutral
to forward or reverse and control the engine RPMs. With the levers in
the center position, the engines remain in neutral at their lowest RPM
levels. Lifting the levers above the neutral position shifts the engines to
forward and increases the RPM levels. Lowering the levers below the
neutral position shifts the engines to reverse and increases the RPM
levels.
The shift/throttle levers are located on the starboard side of the steering
wheel. The outboard lever controls the starboard engine and the inboard
lever controls the port engine. The engines can be shifted/throttled
independently to improve maneuverability in tight quarters.
Because your boat has dual engines, it is recommended that you operate
the engines at the same speed while cruising. This reduces engine noise
and vibration, and improves engine efficiency.
Use the tachometers to monitor the speed of each engine. Adjust the
shift/throttle levers so that the tachometers display the same RPM
reading.
NOTE: Aligning the shift/throttle levers with each other does not neces-
sarily mean the engines are synchronized. To accurately synchronize the
engines, rely on the tachometers.
5.7.1.1 Control Cables
Push-pull cables are used to connect the shift/throttle levers to the
engines. Refer to the OEM information for details on adjusting and
maintaining the shift and throttle control systems.
5.7.2 Steering
Your boat uses a hydraulic steering system. This system is preferable
over a mechanical steering system because it provides better response
for large boats.
The boat’s helm is connected to the rudders through a hydraulic
pump, a network of hydraulic lines, an oil reservoir, a hydraulic
cylinder, and a tiller tie rod. When the helm is turned, oil pumps
through the hydraulic line, which activates the hydraulic cylinder.
The cylinder is connected to the tiller tie rod. Extending and retract-