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Impact protection
Trim/tilt motor protection
IMPORTANT! Always allow the trim/tilt switch to return to its center position when the drive unit reaches the maximum raised or lowered position. This will prevent your trim/tilt motor from overheating.
The trim/tilt motor is protected from overheating by an internal thermal overload switch. Should the electric motor stop while tilting, release the switch and allow the overload switch to cool and automatically reset itself. When the overload switch has reset, tilting may be resumed. Make sure the drive unit is not being restrained, causing the motor to overheat. If the trim motor still does not function, check the circuit breaker on the pump/pump bracket (10 A), the inline fuse (5A) in the Power Trim switch cabling (if mounted). Also check the circuit breaker on the fuse box (50 A). Please refer to Electric system for more information.
Impact protection
The trim/tilt system provides impact protection for the drive unit. Still, impact damage can occur in either forward or reverse directions. Care must be taken: When operating in forward or reverse When backing at low speed When trailering boat When launching boat Impact damage is more likely to occur when in a turn where side loads are placed on the drive unit. If the drive unit strikes a solid object, throttle back and shut off engine immediately. Closely inspect the boat and drive unit for damage, particularly the transom shield assembly that contains steering system components. Check engine compartment for water leakage. If there is obvious or suspected damage, operate boat at low RPM and take your boat to a Volvo Penta dealer for inspection. Have necessary repairs made immediately. Operating a damaged drive unit could cause additional damage and could become very costly to repair.
IMPORTANT! Failure to inspect for damage may:
Result in sudden loss of steering control. Adversely affect your boat and drive unit’s ability to resist subsequent high speed impacts.
NOTE! When moving in reverse there is no impact protection. Use caution when moving in reverse.
