TRAILERING
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Release tilt latch (if equipped).
WARNING!
PERSONAL INJURY HAZARD – Severe injury is possible if winch system malfunctions
or cable breaks. Do not let anyone stand near the winch or cable.
Allow boat to slide of trailer.
Unhook winch cable from bow and rewind or secure to trailer. Use gloves to handle
cable.
Pull bow of boat to pier or float and secure.
Return trailer tilt to horizontal and lock.
Remove chocks and drive tow vehicle and trailer from ramp.
Lower outboard.
Connect fuel lines.
Start engine and allow it to warm up.
Depart launch area slowly. (See Operation – Casting Off.)
Hauling Out
Prepare before approaching.
Disconnect fuel lines.
Tilt outboard up.
Back trailer down ramp.
Set brake and place chocks behind wheels of tow vehicle.
If trailer has tilt mechanism move it to up position.
Guide boat onto trailer. Use bow and stern lines to help.
Hook winch cable to boat´s stern eye. Use gloves to handle cable.
WARNING!
PERSONAL INJURY HAZARD – Severe injury is possible if winch system malfunctions
or cable breaks. Do not let anyone stand near the winch or cable.
Keep clear as boat is cranked onto trailer.
Open drain plugs while boat is tilted.
Rig sufficient tie-downs to temporarily secure boat to trailer.
Remove chocks and drive tow vehicle and trailer from ramp.
If in salt water, wash down hull and trailer with fresh water as soon as possible.
Inspect propeller for nicks or other damage.
Wipe hardware with clean, soft cloth and spray with demoisturant.
Complete tie-down and secure gear for read. (See Using Trailer – Pre-Trip Checklist.)
Manoeuvring With Trailer
Start with the basics – accelerating, slowing, and stopping smoothly and steadily.
Increase distance from vehicle ahead.
Do not pass other vehicles until you feel comfortable pulling trailer.
Maintain steady control in the wake of large trucks and buses.
When turning, signal your intention well ahead of time.
Swing a little wider than you would turn without a trailer.
Stop every hour or so to inspect wheel bearings, connections, tie-downs, cover and
other fastening.
Back up slowly with a trailer:
