Scout Boats 222 Abaco, Owner'S Manual

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yard is not properly inserted into the engine stop switch. Al-
ways make sure the lanyard is properly attached to the engine
stop switch before attempting to start the engine.
Refer to the engine owner's manual for more information on
the engine stop switch.
2.6 Steering System
The steering system is hydraulic and made of two main com-
ponents: the helm assembly and the hydraulic cylinder. The
helm unit acts as both a fluid reservoir and pump. Turning of
the helm, or steering wheel, pumps the fluid in the hydraulic
hoses and activates the hydraulic cylinder causing the motor
to turn. A slight clicking sound may be heard as the wheel is
turned. This sound is the opening and closing of valves in the
helm unit and is normal. Refer to the steering manufacturer
owner’s manual for specific information on the steering sys-
tem.
The steering wheel can be tilted to five different positions by
activating the tilt lock lever located on the bottom side of the
helm station. When the lever is released, it automatically
locks the steering wheel at or close to that angle. Refer to the
steering manufacturer owner’s manual for specific informa-
tion on the steering system.
2.7 Trim Tabs
The trim tabs are recessed below the swim platform and inte-
grated transom engine mounting system. A dual rocker switch
is used to control the trim tabs. The switch controls bow up
and down movements. It also controls starboard and port up
and down movements. Bow up and bow down will control
the hull planing attitude, while port and starboard up and down
provides control for the hull listing.
Before leaving the dock, make sure that the tabs are in the
full “UP” position by holding the control in the bow up posi-
tion for ten (10) seconds.
Always establish the intended heading and cruise speed be-
fore attempting to adjust the hull attitude with the trim tabs.
After stabilizing speed and direction, move the trim tabs to
achieve a level side to side running attitude being careful not
to over trim.
After depressing a trim tab switch, always wait a few seconds
for the change in the trim plane to take effect.
Avoid depress-
ing the switch while awaiting the trim plane reaction. By
the time the effect is noticeable the trim tab plane will have
moved too far and thus the boat will be in an overcompen-
sated position.
Typical Trim Tab Switch
Dorado & Abaco Stop Switch on Side Mount Control
Tilt Helm on Dorado