Malibu Boats RESPONSE TXi 2021, Руководство пользователя

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2021 OWNERS MANUAL | Trailers 131
Then you should release the tie-downs except the winch.
Slowly back the trailer and boat into the water. If possible,
have a second person standing by (but never directly in back of
the rig) to help guide you. When backing up, note that the trailer
will go in the opposite direction to the direction in which the tow
vehicle steering wheel is turned.
Back up in the water until the front fender is about 4” under
water for a single axle trailer. For a tandem axle trailer back up
until the front fender is approximately 2” under water. For triple
axle trailers you’ll back up until the front fender is about 2” out
of the water.
Place the tow vehicle in Park (or a forward gear if the tow
vehicle has a manual transmission) and shut off the tow vehicle
engine. Set the parking brake.
After checking that the water depth is sufficient for your
boat’s hull (it should not contact the ramp surface or ground
underwater), release the trailer winch latch-and-hook. When all
tie-downs are released, back the boat into the water and secure
to a dock as described elsewhere in this manual or anchor while
you remove the tow vehicle and trailer from the ramp.
To reload at the conclusion of your outing, reverse the
process. When the trailer is in position, verify that the trailer
bunks on which the boat will rest are free of dirt, sand, or other
debris that could scratch the boat hull. It is a good idea to back
the trailer sufficiently to wet the trailer bunks completely as this
will add to protection for the hull when the boat is loaded.
Directions and suggestions for driving the boat onto the trailer
are provided elsewhere in this manual. This requires practice to
master, but correctly loading the boat is critical for both safety
and protection of the condition of the boat and trailer.
Be sure that the tie-downs are secure prior to towing.
Cleaning, Maintenance, and
Storage
Proper cleaning, including corrosion prevention, and
maintenance are critical to ensuring the long life of your Malibu
trailer. That information, along with requirements for storage
(periods of time exceeding a week) are found in the Care and
Maintenance section of this manual.
Please carefully review that information and follow it
throughout the time of trailer ownership. Note that failure to
follow the care and maintenance procedures as described in the
Care and Maintenance section of this manual can result in damage
to the trailer that could cause component failure over time.
Damage due to neglect is not covered under warranty. It can
also result in trailer failure that could potentially cause serious
injury or death, not only to those in the tow vehicle but also to
others on the road in the vicinity.
you will need considerably more room when moving back into
the driving lane. Passing on grades is not recommended as it is
more difficult to maintain overall control. It may be necessary
to downshift gears in the tow vehicle when passing, too. Avoid
road shoulders, especially narrow ones. If you go off the paved
surface, especially at highway speed, you may lose control or
even jackknife the rig.
Use common sense. All the potential issues that cause
potential problems when driving a regular highway vehicle are
exaggerated when towing. Avoid tailgating, jack rabbit starts and
stops, or any maneuver that exceeds the capabilities of your rig.
Any time your rig fish-tails, stop and determine what the cause is.
Often it is shifting weight, particularly within the boat or on the
trailer. Readjusting the towed items may take a few minutes but
can save your life and others’.
Launching and Reloading the
Boat from the Trailer
Releasing the boat from the trailer requires skill as well.
Conditions may vary from location to location, too. It is
important to pay attention to surroundings and plan the release
to avoid damage to the boat, trailer, and dock/ramp.
See the information in this section of the manual regarding
the optional depth alarm. That functionality can make loading/
unloading your boat considerably easier.
For boats not equipped with the depth alarm, you should
first examine the ramp. Some are unimproved while others are
paved, and many are something in-between. You will also need
to know the ramp’s steepness as that affects how far you will
need to back the trailer into the water. You need confidence that
the ramp surface will support the weight of the trailer and boat
as you ease back, and that you will not bog down in the water
or on the land surface. Sufficient width, especially if you are
inexperienced in backing up, is important, too. Consider that the
land may also be slippery if wet, which can affect control over
the rig.
Before backing into the water, double-check that your boat is
ready for launch. This includes ensuring that the drain plugs
are installed to avoid swamping and potentially flooding the
boat.
Submerging part of the trailer in water will cause the brakes to
be wet. See the Brake information in this section of the manual
regarding care following an outing. Also, be aware that while
the brakes are wet, they will not work as quickly or efficiently as
normal. As soon as they dry, the brakes should resume their normal
characteristics.
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