Grady-White Boats EXPRESS 265, Руководство пользователя

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P
ERFORMANCE
4–3
T
HROTTLE
/
SHIFT
C
ONTROL
The throttle/shift control, located at the helm, controls the flow of fuel to the engine and acts
as a gear shift lever to control the forward and aft thrust of the propeller.
For more information and a diagram of single and twin controls see page 70 and 71 in Sport-
fish, Cruisers, Yachts Owner’s Manual . If your throttle or shift cables need replacing, use the
same style and length as the original equipment.
S
TEERING
• Mechanical Steering
Grady-White boats that use mechanical steering are equipped with No Feedback Mechanical
Steering. No feedback steering provides easier steering and increased control by offsetting the
engine torque.
The mechanical steering system is designed to require a minimum amount of maintenance;
however, you should periodically inspect the steering system (especially the control heads,
cable ends and attachments) for wear, rust or corrosion, and lubricate the parts when needed.
If you notice a change in the "feel" of the system such as binding, looseness, noise or sticking,
immediately have a qualified marine technician perform a thorough check.
On outboard models, the push rod at the end of the cable is vulnerable to freezing if it is not
greased routinely. When the boat is not in use, the motor should be turned so the push rod is
not exposed to the elements. If you operate in salt water areas, lubrication is extremely impor-
tant, and you should make frequent inspections for corrosion.
• Hydraulic Steering
Hydraulic steering systems (not to be confused with power steering) require regular preventa-
tive maintenance for continued safe and reliable operation. The oil level in the helm pump
must be maintained within acceptable operating levels. A low oil level will allow air to get
into the steering system and result in unresponsive steering. The oil level should always be
within 1/2 inch from the base of the fill hole, located on the front top portion of the helm
pump. Check the entire steering system regularly for oil leaks. Unobserved leaks over a period
of time will result in unresponsive and possible loss of steering.
All moving mechanical linkages, sliders, etc. must be greased as needed with a high quality
marine grease. Refer to the steering manual for specific recommendations and additional
maintenance requirements.
Any slow or sudden change in the "feel" of your steering system indicates an immediate need
for a thorough inspection. All repairs and replacements to steering systems should be made
only by a qualified marine technician.
• Tilt Steering
Tilt steering is available as an optional feature on certain models. This accessory will be in
conjunction with either mechanical steering or hydraulic steering depending on the model.
This feature enables the operator to tilt the wheel up or down. Refer to the steering system's
manual for information on oil levels with hydraulic tilt steering.