Edgewater Networks 318CC, Owner Assistance Manual

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Lenco Marine
Head Sea — Lower both tabs slightly by pressing BOW
DOWN on both sides. This brings bow down while
maintaining speed. This adjustment allows the hull of
the boat to absorb the impact of the waves, resulting
in a more efficient and smoother ride.
Following Sea — Make sure the tabs are fully retracted
by pressing BOW UP on both sides. This brings both
tabs to a fully retracted position decreasing lift in the
stern, allowing the bow to rise. If tabs are deployed,
the bow may dig.
Windy Chop — To raise the windward side of the boat
press BOW UP on that side. If this is not sufficient,
press BOW DOWN on the leeward side of the boat.
Do not over trim when attempting this. This allows the
windward side of the boat to rise and minimizes spray.
Shallow Water/Hole Shot — Lower both tabs
completely down by pressing BOW DOWN on both
sides. This provides lift in the stern of the boat and
keeps the bow down. As you throttle up and speed
increases, raise tabs by pressing BOW UP on both
sides.
Uneven Load — If one side of the boat is higher than
the other while running, press BOW DOWN on the
switch on that side. This lowers the tab on the listing
side (low side) to bring the boat level.
Porpoising — To stop porpoising, press BOW DOWN
on both sides of the switch. The tabs need only to be
deployed slightly to correct this adverse situation.
While the boat is underway, do not move one tab up or down significantly;
this may cause listing.
While at higher speeds, do not over trim. This causes the bow to lower
quickly, resulting in a reduction of speed and may cause the boat to veer.
When in following seas or when running an inlet, the tabs should be fully
retracted. This allows for optimal performance.
While operating trim tabs, use caution. Improper use of trim tabs may cause
accidents and/or injury.
SAFETY
SPECIAL CONDITIONS
HEAD SEA
FOLLOWING SEA
WINDY CHOP
SHALLOW WATER
HOLE SHOT
UNEVEN LOAD
PORPOISING
Trim Tab Operation