Robalo R206 Cayman, Owner'S/Operator'S Manual

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2019 ROBALO BAY BOATS
Robalo Boats, LLC.
www.robalo.com
Hydraulic Steering System
Your boat has a hydraulic steering system. This system has two basic
elements: helm pump and cylinder. The steering wheel is mounted to the
shaft of the helm pump. Turning the steering wheel pumps hydraulic
fluid to the steering cylinder. Extra hydraulic fluid prevents air from
entering the system. A relief valve protects both the mechanical portion
of the rudder (in case the rudder strikes a hard object) and the hydraulic
system. This is a manual system, not a power steering system. The effort
required to turn the wheel will increase as the system is called on to
exert more force on the engines. At no time, should anyone expect this
system to turn as easily as a car’s power steering.
Check the level of hydraulic fluid in the helm regularly and replenish, if
necessary. All other maintenance should be performed by your dealer.
Power Steering Unit
Your boat may have an optional or standard power steering unit for the
hydraulic steering system. This unit is powered off of one engine only. If
you lose power to the power steering system due to an engine or
electrical issue, you will still maintain your normal hydraulic steering
system
Multifunction Navigation Display System
An optional high performance multifunction display is available on
select models. Robalo provides one of the most powerful multi‐function
navigational display systems, packed with power and performance
features. Boat owners will have access to 3D chart‐plotting, HD Digital
technology, Sirius Satellite Weather and more.
Caution: Acceleration at full throttle is not recommended for certain
periods of the engine “break‐in period.” Refer to the engine owner’s
manual for more details.
Throttle
The throttle controls the boat’s speed and the direction the boat travels.
If the throttle is in its center neutral position, the boat will not move
forward or aft with the engine running. Moving the throttle forward
from center moves the boat forward. Moving the throttle aft moves the
boat backward. The speed at which the boat moves is directly related to
how far the operator pushes the throttle.
Note: The throttle must be in its center neutral position before the
engine will start. See your engine manufacturer’s owner’s manual
for specific starting instructions.
Controls
Steering
Other than the common sense and good judgment of the operator, the
steering system is the most important safety system on your boat.
Factors requiring operator attention for safe steering include engine
torque, trim tab settings, waves and speed.
Power Trim
The power trim system allows the operator to raise and lower the
outboard to adjust the drive angle while underway. It also allows the
operator to raise and lower the drive for trailering, beaching, and
operation in shallow water. Control your trim setting with the trim
switch on the control handle. Section 5 discusses the importance of
proper trim while operating your boat.
Note: Refer to your engine manufacturer’s owner’s manual for
information concerning maintenance and operation.
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