Trim Switch
If your boat is equipped with power trim and tilt, this switch activates that function. Depending on model, your boat may have up to three trim switches. All boats with power trim have at least one trim switch which is located on the shift/throttle control. Boats equipped with a bow power panel have a trim switch on the panel for convenient control of the outboard from the bow seat. In addition, some Alumacraft bass boats have a trim switch located at the stern for adjusting the motor angle prior to trailering the boat.
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TYPICAL TRIM SWITCH
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While monitoring the trim gauge, activate the trim and tilt function by pushing and holding the trim switch until the motor is at the desired angle.
Bilge Switch
The bilge pump switch, located at the dashboard or control panel, activates the bilge pump to remove excess water from the bottom of the boat. To operate the pump, turn the switch on. If water exists in the bilge, you will notice a stream of water being pumped out of the outlet at the side of the boat. Leave the bilge pump running until all water is removed, then turn it off. Note that some boats are equipped with an automatic bilge pump switch. To avoid damaging the pump, always remember to turn off the bilge pump when not in use.
NOTICE
Be sure to switch the bilge pump off when not in use. Running the pump when the bilge is dry drains the battery and will damage the pump.
SAFETY AND FUNCTIONAL FEATURES Navigation Lights
Most models are equipped with stowable navigation lights. These lights are required whenever your boat is operated after sunset. The navigation lights switch is located on the dashboard or control panel and controls both the running and anchor lights. Both lights comply with all Coast Guard regulations. If you will be moving under power, place the switch in the NAV position to turn on the red/green running light at the bow of the boat and the white anchor light at the stern. The gauge lights are also illuminated when the switch is in the NAV position. The ANC position turns on only the white anchor light at the stern of the boat for night anchoring.
NOTICE
Operation of the boat between sunset and sunrise with the switch in the anchor light position is illegal. Running lights are required to indicate direction and right-of-way at night. To mount either navigation light, open the outlet cover 1/4 turn. Align the light connector with the outlet and insert the light mast. The lights will only go in one way so do not force them. Make sure the light is fully seated, and then completely open the cover another 1/4 turn to lock the light in place.
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