Tiara Yachts C49, Owner'S Manual

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Helm Systems Section 2
2-1
43 LS
43 LS
Helm Systems
2.1 General
The helm controls consist of engine throttle
and shift controls, steering system, trim tab
control switches, and either joystick or bow
thruster controls.
The manufacturer of each control component
provides an owner’s manual with its product.
It is important that you read, understand, and
become familiar with the proper care and
operation of all control systems.
For information about the DC component
buttons on the helm, see section 4, Electrical
Systems.
2.2 Helm Access
The helm station is hinged at the bottom
and opens to provide service access to the
helm equipment. To open, slide the helm seat
back to its furthest aft position, tilt the steering
wheel to the full upright position, and unscrew
the knurled knobs located on top of the helm
and forward (toward the windshield).
A strap
holds the helm in the open position. To secure
the helm back in place, close the helm and
secure the knobs. The helm station must be
secured before operating or transporting your
boat, to prevent injury or damage. Do not
open the helm station with engines running;
accidental engagement of shift and throttle
levers can occur.
WARNING
!
LOSS OF CONTROL AND UNSAFE
BOAT HAZARD
Improper securing of the helm is haz-
ardous and can cause death or seri-
ous injury from sudden loss of con-
trol. Make sure the helm is secure
before getting underway and when
transporting the boat.
CAUTION
!
Service or repairs to equipment inside
your console should be performed by
your Tiara Yachts dealer or other qual-
ified marine repair technician. Failure
to do so could result in damage to
equipment used to safely operate the
boat.
2.3 Engine Monitoring Displays
The helm is equipped with an engine-moni-
toring, multi-function display (MFD). Use the
MFD to monitor all engine functions (including
fuel level and motor trim), operate the engines
most efficiently, and prevent serious, costly
damage. The exact instrumentation is unique
to the type of outboard engines installed on
your boat. Refer to your engine package
owner’s manual for information, features, and
operation of this device.
2.4 Engine Throttle and Shift
Controls
Depending on your boat’s engine package,
starting the engines will require turning the
key in the ignition and pressing the start but-
ton, or using an RFID key fob and ignition
panel. Refer to your engine package owner’s
manual for more information.
The specific shift and throttle controls
installed on this Tiara Yacht will depend on
your boat’s engine package. The following
control description is typical to most outboard
remote controls. Refer to your engine pack -
age owner’s manuals for specific information
about the controls installed on your boat.
The helm is designed for a binnacle-style con-
trol with two throttle levers. Each throttle has
a position for neutral (straight up and down),
forward position (first detent forward of neu -
tral) and reverse position (the first detent aft of
neutral). Advancing the control lever beyond
the shift range will advance the throttle, for-