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520 Express Series
7-5
BEFORE STARTING ENGINES
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DANGER
Fuel vapors can explode! Before
starting the engines, check the
engine compartment for the
presence of fuel vapors. Operate the
blowers for at least four minutes
before starting the engines. Turn
the blowers ON when idling or
operating below crusing speed.
• Be sure to run the bilge blowers for at least
four minutes BEFORE turning on any
electrical devices or starting the engines.
• Use of the bilge blower system is NOT A
GUARANTEE that explosive fumes have
been removed. BEFORE turning on any
electrical devices or starting the engines,
use the “sniff test” to check the engine and
bilge areas for fuel vapors.
• If you smell fuel, DO NOT turn ON any
electrical devices and DO NOT start the
engines. Investigate immediately.
Suggested Maneuvering
Techniques
GENERAL GUIDELINES FOR
MANEUVERING
• Practice Makes Perfect! Start in calm
water with no wind and lots of room until
you get the feel for the boat and its
controls.
• Forget the Steering Wheel! The rudders
are basically useless at slow speeds. Put
your hands on the control levers and
leave the steering wheel alone.
• Recognize the Outside Forces! Check the
wind direction and velocity, as well as the
water currents. Use the external forces to
your advantage when maneuvering; do
not fight them.
• Proceed Slowly! Give yourself time to
think, react and maneuver.
• Have the Crew Standing By! Make sure
the crew is ready with fenders, boat hook
and lines to you as you approach a dock.
GRADUAL TURNS AT LOW SPEED
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WARNING
High speed, full range turns are not
recommended. The quick response
of the hydraulic steering system
and the high speed, may cause
people and objects to be thrown
around inside or even overboard.
Use caution when handling your
boat!
A gradual turn while moving at low speed,
forward or reverse directions, is best
accomplished by varying propeller speed.
Straight line movement is maintained with
the counterrotating propellers turning at the
same speed. Increasing the speed of one
propeller and maintaining or reducing the
speed of the other propeller will turn the boat
toward the slower propeller.
The optional bow thruster can be used to
maneuver the bow to port or starboard.
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WARNING
Rudders have little or no steering
control at low speeds or when
moving in reverse. This apparent
“loss” of steering can cause
confusion, even panic, among
novice skippers. Practice
maneuvering BEFORE you attempt
any complex moves. Know your
boat!
Remember when turning astern (in reverse),
the bow will make a much wider arc than the
stern. Be on the alert to avoid possible
collisions in crowded areas.
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