Axopar 37 ST, Руководство пользователя

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3.2.4 VISIBILITY FROM HELMING POSITION
Take the visibility from the helming position into consideration. Among other
things the following factors can considerably reduce visibility:
• Gear trim angle
• Trim tab angle
• Load and load positioning
• Speed
• Rapid acceleration
• Changeover from displacement speed to planing
• Sea conditions
• Rain and thunderstorms
• Darkness and fog
• Inner lighting when under way in the dark
• Position of curtains
• People and equipment that can block the helmsman’s view.
The International Regulations for Preventing Collisions at Sea (COLREG) demand
that a proper lookout is kept at all times, and the “right of way “rule must be
observed. It is essential that these rules are followed.
3.2.5 USING THE TRIM TABS
An Axopar boat does not need trim tabs to get up on the plane or to give good
performance. Trim tabs are, however, a very useful aid, if used correctly. There
are two situations in particular where trim tabs should be used. These are when
it is desirable to trim the bow down in a rising sea and at speeds between going
up planing and cruising speed, as well as when running with a strong beam
wind.
A planing boat always leans into a strong beam wind. This reduces the boat’s
sea-keeping qualities, which is why listing to one side should be eliminated as
far as possible. Lowering the trim tab on the windward side brings the boat
back into normal attitude.
For trimming the bow down, both trim tabs are used in parallel. Begin by
retracting both trim tabs completely, then lower both of them a little at a time,
so that you retain complete control over how the boat is affected.
When running with a following sea, both trim tabs should always be fully raised.
The reason for this is that boats have a tendency
to “dive” in a strong following sea, which can result in uncontrollable slowing.
Therefore you should run the boat with a high bow angle in a following sea.
Make only small adjustments at a time. Holding down the button for
the trim tab for any length of time can result in partial loss of control
of the boat.
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