Edgewater Networks 262CX, Manual

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tilted out of the water, others need the engine to act as a rudder to be able to maintain a
straight line. Start with the engine tilted. If that does not work well, lower the engine until
it is about perpendicular. It is important to note that many boats, and almost all-personal
watercraft cannot be towed above idle speed, or severe engine damage will result.
Always communicate with the other party
regarding their boat’s specific towing
procedures before attempting to tow them.
YOU SHOULD NEVER ATTEMPT TO PLANE OFF THE BOAT BEING
TOWED.
9.5 STOPPING THE BOAT
Gradually bring the controls back to idle speed and allow the boat to gradually slow.
After the boat has dropped into displacement mode, shift to the neutral position. If you
have been running the boat at high engine load for an extended period of time, allow the
engine to idle for several minutes to gradually cool. After docking and securing the boat,
raise the trim tabs to the upright position and turn off the ignition.
9.6 DOCKING
Safe docking keeps your boat from being damaged, and is an indicator of a capable and
knowledgeable captain. There are many docking maneuvers, which will be done wile
boating; only the basics will be discussed here.
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Perform docking at idle or no wake speeds. Always try to point into the wind or
current, whichever is stronger. This will allow you to use the wind and current as
a natural brake. The skipper will then be free t
o use the boat’s power to control
its speed and direction.
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Approach the dock at roughly a 45º angle when possible. This approach angle
will allow the captain to bring the bow close to the dock and then use reverse to
bring the boat to a safe and controlled stop.
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Never approach a dock on plane!
Even if the engine speed is at idle, a boat’s
wake from planning will push the boat uncontrollably into the dock resulting in
damage.
9.7 AFTER OPERATION
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Refill the fuel tank. A full fuel tank is less subject to condensation and therefore,
less fuel problems. If you will be storing the boat for an extended period of time,
always use fuel stabilizer. Yamaha manufactures their own line of engine
maintenance products that are designed for your engine.
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If the boat will be left in the water, always make sure that it is secure and can
accommodate any tide.
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Turn off all electronics and leave the battery switches in the off position.
Remember, the bilge pump will operate properly even with the battery switches in
the off position. However, your Edgewater is foam filled and unsinkable, and self-
bailing, so a dead battery will not cause the boat to sink. However, always take
proper precautions to protect your boat.
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Check that all thru-hull drains are not obstructed by coolers or other equipment,
or clogged with debris such as bottle caps and trash.