Robalo 2012 220, Owner'S/Operator'S Manual, Page: 63 / 143

This chapter describes standard and optional components factory
installed on our fishing boats. Depending on how your boat is
equipped, it may or may not have all of the equipment described in
this chapter.
Be sure to read all operation, maintenance, and safety information
contained in each component’s manual before operation. The man-
uals are in your owner’s packet.
Important: Adhere to all safety precautions in the manufac-
turer’s literature when operating the components.
Note: “Engine” in this Robalo manual means one or two
engines depending on how your boat is equipped.
DASHBOARD AND INSTRUMENT PANEL
Instruments on the dashboard are important for monitoring the per-
formance of your boat and alerting you to possible problems or
causes of problems.
Robalo boats are equipped with a Yamaha Instrument Operation.
Please refer to the quick reference information at the end of this
section for set up and usage instructions. For boats equipped with
the Command Link Plus system, please see the component owner’s
manual for Command Link Plus provided by Yamaha.
The fuel gauge indicates the approximate amount of fuel in your
fuel tank. The reading is most accurate when your boat is operating
at idle speed. Be aware that you should compare gauge readings
with hours of use versus known fuel consumption because the
gauge is only an approximate reading of the amount of fuel in your
boat’s tank.
The voltmeter indicates battery voltage. When the engine is run-
ning, the meter should read between 12 and 15 volts. A significantly
lower reading may indicate a battery or alternator problem or a
heavy drain on the battery. If the voltmeter needle moves back and
forth in wide swings, the alternator may not be charging properly.
The tachometer indicates the operating speed of the engine in rev-
olutions per minute (RPM). It does not indicate the speed of your
boat moving through the water. Do not exceed the maximum full
throttle RPMs stated in the engine operator’s manual.
The speedometer indicates the speed your boat is crossing the
water in miles per hour. Water pressure from a water pickup at the
boat’s stern is measured and converted into a reading on the
speedometer.
The compass indicates the direction or heading in which your
boat is traveling. Have the compass calibrated by an experi-
enced technician. See the manufacturer’s instruction manual
for details about proper operation and maintenance.
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COMPONENTS 4
WARNING:
When using electrical components, observe safety
precautions to reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock, personal
injury or damage to your boat and/or component.
CAUTION:
Compass reading may be erroneous if compensator
is not properly adjusted. Always make a deviation table and use
it when navigating with compass.