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Emergency Steering
Emergency Alignment, Propulsion
Unit
If a fault occurs which prevents one or several propul-
sion units from being operated with the steering wheel
it is possible to align the propulsion unit(s) for straight
forward operation manually using the description
below.
If one or several propulsion units can be operated by
the steering wheel, this emergency operation is not
necessary. However, it could be that the steering ability
is badly unbalanced if the non working propulsion
unit(s) is locked in a disadvantageous angle, then
alignment of the non working propulsion unit(s) will
improve the steering ability. The operator determines
whether the alignment is necessary or not, in order to
maneuver the boat in a safe way to the nearest harbor.
If steering is out of order on all propulsion units, align
all propulsion units and use control levers to steer the
boat.
The tools needed during this operation are delivered in
a special tool box together with the boat.
WARNING!
Working with or approaching a running engine is a
safety risk. Watch out for rotating components and hot
surfaces.
The following procedure can be carried out with the
engines running, even though it is not recommended.
Wear hearing protection when in the engine room as
there is a risk of harmful sound levels.
In Case of Emergency
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