Albemarle 290 EXPRESS FISHERMAN, Руководство пользователя

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The control head key pad has integrated switches and
indicator lights which allow the operator to control all aspects
of the boat’s propulsion system. The most common features
activated or monitored by the keypad are:
• Gear lockout, which allows the engine RPM to be
advanced in neutral safely.
• High idle and slow speed modes which allow the operator
to make small adjustments to engine speed without
moving the main control levers.
• Battery voltage warning indicator that warns the operator
of high or low voltage supplied to the system.
• System diagnostic warning indicator that monitors many
parameters and warns you when conditions fall outside
suitable operating range.
• Gear position indicating lights that let you know that the
transmission has shifted into the appropriate gear .
• Audible neutral indicator. An audible alert sounds when
the transmission has been shifted into neutral.
• Control head light dimmer that allows you to adjust the
control head lights for each station individually.
• Station transfer that allows the operator to transfer control
from one station to another with the push of a button.
• An engine synchronization feature that automatically
keeps both engines at the same RPM when this feature is
activated.
• Trolling valve control, which enables you to control the
speed of the propeller with the engines idling if your
transmissions are equipped with this optional feature.
These features and others not mentioned require specific
procedures to activate and operate them properly. Some of
the procedures are unique to the engines, drive system and
other options installed on your boat. It is essential that you
read the owner’s manual for the controls and be completely
familiar with their operation before using your boat.
2.3 Engine Synchronizer
During most operations of a twin engine boat, it is advantageous
for both engines to be operated at the same RPM. This reduces
noise and vibration and can increase engine efficiency.
Setting the throttles so that the engines are running the same
RPM (synchronized) can be done by listening to the engine
sounds, or with the engine synchronizer built into the control
system. A light in the control head key pad will indicate when
this feature has been activated. Attempting to synchronize
the engines solely by using the tachometer readings or
control lever placement generally will not work. When the
engines are in proper synchronization, the throttle levers may
not necessarily be even. Please refer to the engine control
owner’s manual for detailed information on the operation of
the engine synchronizer.
2.4 Neutral Safety Switch
Every control system has a neutral safety switch. This device
prohibits the engine from being started while the shift lever
is in any position other than the neutral position. If the
engine will not start, slight movement of the shift lever may
be necessary to locate the neutral position and disengage the
safety cutout switch. Control system adjustments may be
required to correct this condition, should it persist. See your
Albemarle dealer for necessary control adjustments.
The neutral safety switch should be tested periodically to
ensure that it is operating properly. To test the neutral safety
switch, move the shift levers to the forward position with the
engines off. Make sure the throttle levers are set to the
idle position. Activate the starter switch for each engine
just long enough to briefly engage the starter. Do not hold
the starter switch in the start position long enough to start
the engine. The starter should not engage for either engine.
Repeat this test with the shift levers in reverse and the engine
throttles at idle. Again, the starter should not engage for either
engine. If the starter for either engine engages with the shift
controls in any position other than the neutral position, then
the neutral safety switch is not functioning properly and you
should contact your dealer and have the neutral safety switch
repaired by a qualified technician before using your boat. If
an engine starts in gear during this test, immediately move the
shift levers to the neutral position and turn the engines off.
IN SOME SITUATIONS, IT MAY bE POSSIbLE
TO ACCIDENTALLY START THE ENGINES IN
GEAR WITH THE THROTTLES AbOVE IDLE IF
THE NEUTRAL SAFETY SWITCHES ARE NOT
OPERATING PROPERLY. THIS WOULD CAUSE
THE bOAT TO ACCELERATE UNEXPECTEDLY IN
FORWARD OR REVERSE AND COULD RESULT IN
LOSS OF CONTROL, DAMAGE TO THE bOAT, OR
INJURY TO PASSENGERS. ALWAYS TEST EACH
NEUTRAL SAFETY SWITCH PERIODICALLY AND
CORRECT ANY PRObLEMS bEFORE USING THE
bOAT.
2.5 Steering System
Your boat is equipped with a hydraulic steering system. The
steering system is made of two main components: 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 rudders to turn.