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R E E D O M
8–7
S
EACOCKS
Ball valve seacocks are installed on the thru hulls for the livewell, washdown, air/cooler
pumps, generator systems and some head features. It is necessary for the seacocks to be in the
“open” position for operation. The “open” position is identified by the orientation of the handle. If
the handle is in line or parallel to the body of the valve, the seacock is in the “open” position. If
the handle is perpendicular to the body of the valve, the seacock is in the “closed” position. For
seacocks with remote arms installed, the “open” position can be obtained by pulling up on the
remote arm attached to the seacock handles. Pushing down on the remote arm closes the seacock.
S
TEREO
The stereo is a marine AM/FM receiver with an integrated iPod®/iPhone dock and a
Bluetooth® adapter. A Sirius satellite radio tuner and antenna may be installed in lieu of the
Bluetooth® adapter upon request. It is located in the port deck wing with one speaker directly
below it, another in the starboard deck wing, two in the bow and two in the cockpit. There is an
amplifier that operates the two speakers in the cockpit and is located behind the stereo. The unit
can be remotely operated with two touch pads mounted at the helm station and at the shelf under
the gunwale on the port side of the cockpit. Refer to the stereo’s operation and maintenance
manual in your owner’s packet for specific instructions on using this unit. See
for a drawing showing the stereo system.
T
RIM
T
ABS
Trim tabs are electrically and hydraulically operated. The trim tab system includes a hydraulic
pump, a switch with an integrated indicator, and an auto-retract feature. The switch controls the
pump which lowers and raises the trim tabs. The indicator keeps you constantly aware of the trim
tab’s position. The auto-retract feature automatically raises the tabs every time the ignition switch
is turned off.
Trim tabs are used to regulate the attitude of the boat while moving. They are operated by a
two-rocker switch panel and will aid in trimming the boat fore and aft for a smoother ride. Trim
tabs can improve the ride of your boat by adjusting where the water is hitting the keel line. In a
slight chop, the waves may be hitting the keel of your boat around the helm area causing an
uncomfortable ride. By adjusting the trim tabs and lowering the bow, the waves will hit the keel at
a more forward point and soften the ride. Experimenting with trim tabs in various sea conditions
will help you determine the best positions for your boat under different load conditions.
C A U T I O N
All seacocks should be in the “closed” position if not in use or if the boat is unattended to prevent
the taking on of water if a plumbing component fails.
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