Everglades 455 CC, Owner'S Manual

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Helm Control Systems
4.6 Steering System
Quad Engine Electronic Steering
Quad engine boats are equipped with an electronic
steering system that provides precise and responsive
steering.
The system is 100% electronic and there are no me-
chanical connections between the steering wheel and
the engines. Each drive unit is turned independently
allowing improved tight quarter maneuvering and
the convenience of a Joystick control at the helm.
For safety and improved tight quarter maneuvering,
the controlling software on most systems senses
engine speed and adjusts maximum steering angle
and steering wheel resistance to preset limits as the
engine speed increases or decreases. The steering
angles and steering wheel resistance at specific en -
gine speeds are programed into the system at the
factory and are not adjustable.
The steering on each motor is totally independent
with full redundancy built into the system. If the
steering fails on one engine, the other units will
continue to operate. Should a failure in one steering
system occur, the controlling software will sense the
failure, limit the engine RPM as a safety precaution
and alert the operator.
Each steering control system has emergency pro-
cedures that are specific to the steering system and
type of failure. It is very important to follow the
correct procedure to avoid damage to the engine
cowlings if a steering system failure occurs.
Refer to the engine manufacturer owner’s manuals
for specific information on the operation, mainte -
nance and emergency procedures for the steering
system installed in your boat.
Tilt Steering Wheel
The steering wheel can be tilted to five different
positions by activating the tilt lock lever located
on the bottom of the helm station. When the
lever is released, it automatically locks the steer-
ing wheel at or close to that angle. Refer to the
steering manufacturer owner’s manual for specific
information on the steering system.
Typical Tilt Steering Wheel
Helm Master Engine Mounted Electronic Steering