Mark Actuator Position on Transom.
Set the actuator upper hinge against
the transom. Mark the three upper
hinge hole centers.
8.
8.
Drill Actuator Holes.
Use a 3/16"
drill bit to drill the three holes. (For
aluminum boats, use 1/4-20 machine
screws of an appropriate length
instead of the screws supplied.)
11.
11.
Releasing the Pin. Actuator spring is under
tension. Use a glove to first slightly lift up
on the bottom of the tab. Take care not to
have any obstruction under the tab when
doing this. Slowly remove the pin from
the actuator. Once the pin is removed,
slowly lower the tab before releasing your
hand from the tab.
7.
7.
Set Final Actuator Position.
Use a
straight edge under the trim tab to
make sure the tab is flush with the hull
bottom. This is important to ensure
correct actuator placement.
Mount Actuator to Transom.
Apply
marine sealant in and around pilot
holes. Secure upper hinge to transom
with #14 x 1 ½" screws.
10.
10.
WARNING: Tab will snap down with
50-90 lbs of force if not held manually.
Congratulations, your Self-leveling tabs are now
installed and ready for your enjoyment!
6
Repeat Steps 2 - 11 for the opposite side of the boat. See next page to adjust
the tabs after sea trial if needed.
12.
12.
9.
9.
SLT Installation Instructions
cont.
