Malibu Boats Models 1998, Руководство пользователя

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Before tying-up the boat, be sure to use enough fenders to protect the boat from damage.
If possible, tie-up with the bow towards the waves with a good quality double-braided
nylon line. Tie-up only to the lifting or tie-down eyes; never use the handrails or
windshield frames. If the boat is to be moored for a long period of time, use chafing
protectors on lines to protect the gelcoat finish. Leave a little slack in the lines to allow
for some wave movement or tidal action if applicable.
Follow these guidelines when departing:
• Very slowly shift into forward at idle speed.
• When the stern moves away from the dock, turn the engine away from the dock.
• Cast off bow line and back away.
If the wind or current is pushing away from the dock, cast off all lines and allow to drift
until you are clear.
High Speed Operation
A great deal of caution must be exercised when operating any boat at high speeds. This
is particularly true during turns. Gradual turns can be completed at high speed by a
competent driver, but it must be emphasized that sudden turns at any speed, particularly
at high speed can be especially dangerous. It is possible to throw passengers from their
seats and even from the boat if caution is not exercised.
Trimming
Available in the Flightcraft Outboard only, the trim changes the drive unit angle in
reference to the transom of the boat and can be adjusted on the switch located next to the
driver in front of the throttle. The drive unit should be fully lowered prior to initial
acceleration. After the boat has attained planing speed, the drive unit should be raised as
necessary for maximum speed and handling. If the drive unit is raised too high,
porpoising, cavitation, or propeller slippage can occur. Adjustments to the trim angle
should be made as speed and attitude of the boat changes.
If the engine is trimmed in too far (closer to the boat bottom), speed drops, fuel economy
decreases, and the boat may not handle correctly. However, it does provide better
acceleration from a stand still; and because it forces the bow down, visibility is improved.
If the engine is trimmed out too far (away from the boat bottom), steering torque may
increase, the boat may be difficult to get on a plane, and may bounce.