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RECOMMENDED OPERATING PROCEDURE
Load distribution
Distribute loads evenly (for example, attaching the feeder tank to the forward end can help offset the
weight of the engine at the aft end).
For tiller bar control, the coxswain must be positioned on the starboard side.
Example of a correct
load distribution:
WARNING
INCORRECT
DISTRIBUTION
OF
LOADS
ON
BOARD
MAY
DESTABILIZE THE BOAT AND AFFECT ITS BEHAVIOUR AT SEA
WARNING
WHEN THE BOAT IS LIGHTLY LOADED, IT HAS A VERY SENSITIVE
RESPONSE. BE ESPECIALLY CAREFUL WHEN ACCELERATING
AND CHANGING DIRECTION.
Depending on the sailing conditions and the water state, the load distribution and the engine
tilt angle may need to be changed:
Heavy sea forwards, load the boat forwards and
if necessary adjust the engine tilt bar to the 1st or
2nd hole
Negative TRIM
Heavy sea aftwards, load the boat aftwards and if
necessary adjust the Engine tilt bar to the 3rd or
4th hole
Positive TRIM
