Formula 2008 5-20 Fastech, Руководство по обслуживанию

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FASTECH
5-1
FORMULA
This section describes the basic operational
principles of major systems and equipment.
Your Formula boat’s powertrain consists of one or
two gasoline-powered stern drive units.
Regularly inspect and maintain all systems
to prevent unexpected hazards associated
with worn or faulty components. When
replacement parts are required, use marine
grade parts with equivalent characteristics,
including type, strength and material.
Using substandard parts could result in
injury and product failure.
POWERTRAIN
Your Owner Information Binder includes the
operator’s manual for your propulsion units. All
operation, specifications and maintenance
information for your engines is in this manual. Be
sure to read, understand and follow the safety,
operating and maintenance information.
Some Formula boats have counter-rotating
propellers. A right-hand propeller is installed on
the starboard drive and a left-hand propeller is on
the port drive. Counter-rotating propellers
increases your ability to maneuver by the use of
differential power.
FUEL SYSTEM
Check your fuel system before each
operation. Have your fuel system
thoroughly checked at least once a year by
a certified Formula service technician.
Gasoline is highly flammable. Use extreme
caution at all times.
! WARNING
! WARNING
The line between the fuel tank and the fuel inlet of
the engine is made of a synthetic material. Alcohol
can deteriorate it, especially during periods of
storage. Have your Formula dealer inspect this
fuel line at least annually and replace, if
necessary.
In models with the generator option, the fuel tank
is shared between the engine and generator. (The
generator fuel pick-up is considerably shorter than
the engine pick-up to ensure the engines have
enough fuel to make it to port.) Refer to
Specifications, in Section 3, for the fuel tanks
capacities.
Refer to your propulsion unit operator’s manual
for additional fuel system information.
HELM SYSTEM
The helm (steering) system is not self-centering.
Be sure to keep a sure grip on the steering wheel
at all times.
Your Formula boat is equipped with one of the
following systems:
Power Steering—A mechanical cable connects
the steering wheel to a hydraulic cylinder
mounted on the engine. A hydraulic pump is
also mounted to the engine. The pump has two
hoses running to the hydraulic cylinder giving it
power assist. Movement of the hydraulic
cylinder controls the unit(s).
Hydraulic Steering—Hydraulic hoses connect
the steering wheel to external hydraulic steering
rams. A pump mounted on the engine produces
hydraulic pressure for the system. Movements
of the steering rams control the drive unit(s).
Section 5
System Operation and Equipment