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B
OAT
O
PERATION
If the lanyard is lost, the switch may be overridden for temporary engine operation
but only in emergencies. Contact your Cobalt dealer immediately if a replacement
lanyard is needed.
If the engine has been shut down with the safety switch, immediately place the
control in neutral and restart to prevent internal damage to the engine. Please
consult your Cobalt dealer for further information.
DO NOT ALLOW YOUR COBALT TO BE OPERATED WITHOUT THE
PROPER USE OF THE IGNITION SAFETY SWITCH AND LANYARD.
S
TEERING
S
YSTEM
The steering system in your Cobalt is the finest available in the boating industry
today. It is a mechanical system, with power assist in all sterndrive installations.
Steering/Propeller Torque
Steering or propeller torque is always present in any drive system. In some systems,
it is more noticeable than in others. Your boat has power steering and you should not
encounter this torque to any significant degree. If you encounter movement in the
steering wheel when released, please check with your dealer. It may be necessary to
adjust the power steering assembly. These adjustments should only be made by a
qualified service person. The steering system in your Cobalt is one of the most
important systems and should be checked on a regular basis by an Authorized
Cobalt Service Dealer for proper operation.
Wandering/Fishtailing
Wandering is a characteristic of all deep vee hulls at slow speed. There is no cure
for wandering, however, a very basic operational technique can be applied which
will minimize this characteristic. If the steering wheel is moved back and forth to
compensate for wandering, invariably, the situation will be accentuated. If the
steering wheel is left in a centered position, the boat will wander back and forth
slightly, however, the overall course of the boat will be a straight one.
THE STEERING IS THE MOST IMPORTANT SYSTEM IN THE ENTIRE
BOAT FROM A SAFETY STANDPOINT. HAVE THIS SYSTEM INSPECTED
AND MAINTAINED ON A FREQUENT, PERIODIC BASIS BY A QUALIFIED
SERVICE TECHNICIAN.