Malibu Boats RESPONSE TXi 2021, Owner'S Manual

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100 How It Works | 2021 OWNERS MANUAL
vehicles. They are affected by currents, wave action, and natural
motion created by the propeller. At slow speeds, the effect is
more pronounced, and boats seem to wander slightly. Trying to
steer the boat back and forth to compensate only worsens the
effect. If there is adequate water depth and no obstacles close
at hand, allow the boat to follow its course. The overall course
will be directionally straight if the steering wheel is held in place.
Malibu boats are equipped with a tilting mechanism on the
steering column. This allows the operator to adjust the steering
wheel to the most comfortable angle and provide a sense of
secure control. Steering columns have a lever at the underside
of the column. Press down on the lever until the steering wheel
is movable. Tilt it up or down to the best angle for the operator
and re-engage the lever snug against the steering column.
Never force the lever. If it will not move with relative ease back
into place, the steering wheel is not in one of its acceptable
levels. Adjusting slightly should allow proper action of the tilt
mechanism.
Steering Wheel Controls
As an option, steering wheel controls will offer redundant
control for the Surf Gates, Power Wedge, cruise control speed
and audio controls.
Operators should always review the Dashes and Video Screens
section of this manual for important information about
operational requirements that may be necessary for proper
function of these systems. Note that the most recently
touched component will override other control components.
Depending on the configuration, control of the cruise system,
Surf Gates, and Power Wedge can be managed from the video
screen, the controls on the steering wheel (including audio),
and the Surf Band, where equipped.
Controls on Port Side of Steering Wheel
Cruise Control – Press anywhere on the button to turn the
cruise control on. Press anywhere on the button to turn the
cruise control off.
Cruise Control Speed – Press left side of button to
increase current speed when cruise control is engaged. Press
the right side of the button to decrease current speed when
cruise control is engaged.
Power Wedge – Press the left side of the button to raise
the Power Wedge. Press the right side of the button to lower
the Power Wedge. Note that releasing the button will stop
the action at whatever point the process is in. You must read
the Power Wedge information contained in this section of the
manual before attempting to operate it.
Surf Left and Surf Right – Press the left button to move
the left side Surf Gate. Press the right button to move the
right-side Surf Gate. You must read the Surf Gate information
contained in this section of the manual before attempting to
operate either gate.
Controls on Starboard Side of Steering Wheel
Stereo – Press button to turn the stereo system on. Press
button again to turn the stereo unit off.
Volume – Press the left side of the button to increase the
stereo speaker volume from current level. (Whenever the
stereo system is turned on, it will automatically return to the
! WARNING
Communication is key to maintaining proper control of the boat. In
models equipped with the optional steering wheel controls and/or the
Surf Band, either of these devices, as well as the video screen, can
take temporary control of the boat, affecting maneuverability and
safety. A designated individual onboard should manage the operation
of these controls at all times. Failure to do so could result in serious
injury or even death as a result of loss of control.