BENNETT MARINE SST4 Trim Tab System Installation Guide

BENNETT MARINE SST4 Trim Tab System

Product Information

Specifications

• Product Name: OILDYNE SST4 r111717
• Manufacturer: Bennett Marine
• System Type: Premier SST Trim Tab System
• Features: Prestigious trimming system, durable, strong, unparalleled customer satisfaction

Product Usage Instructions

Getting and Staying Trimmed
Your vessel will break over or plane at a particular speed. Use the trim tabs to adjust the bow and stern for optimum plane speed. Depress the helm control in the Bow Down position to raise the stern and lower the bow, aiding in faster planing and increased speed.

Vessel’s Optimum Attitude
Determine your vessel’s best running attitude by running at full speed in calm water. Use your trim tabs to maintain this attitude by correcting weight distribution, speed, and water conditions.

Getting Used to the Feel of Your Tabs
Start by making small adjustments with the helm control in half-second bursts. Avoid over-trimming as it can lead to plowing or bow-steering. If over- trimmed, press BOW UP to raise the bow.

Trimming From a Bridge or Tower
When steering from a bridge or tower, monitor bow spray, stern wake, or rooster tail. A properly trimmed vessel will have the bow spray forward, reduced wake, and a smaller rooster tail.

Running in Rough Water
In rough waters, press BOW DOWN to keep the V of the hull in contact with waves. For following seas or inlets, retract the trim tabs for maximum rudder response.

Correcting for a Listing Condition
Operate the trim tabs individually to correct for a listing condition. Adjust based on your observation of the bow’s position rather than focusing on the trim tabs themselves.

Learning and Safety
Familiarize yourself with your vessel’s reaction to trim tabs for optimal performance and safety. Always prioritize safety when operating your vessel.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

• Q: How do I know if my vessel is properly trimmed?
  A: Monitor the bow spray, stern wake, and rooster tail when running at speed. A well-trimmed vessel will have the bow spray forward, reduced wake, and a smaller rooster tail.

• Q: What should I do if my vessel is over-trimmed?
  A: If you notice over-trimming leading to plowing or bow-steering, press BOW UP to raise the bow and correct the trim.

• Q: Can I operate the trim tabs individually?
  A: Yes, the SST trim tabs can be operated individually to correct for listing conditions or other specific adjustments needed for your vessel’s performance.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS:
Read instructions completely before beginning installation.
Test the system before putting the boat in the water. Keep this manual on your boat.

Congratulations, you are the owner of Bennett’s Premier SST System — the most prestigious trimming system in the world. Bennett Marine is recognized worldwide for durability, strength, and unparalleled customer satisfaction.

How to Use Your SST Trim Tab System

Getting and Staying Trimmed
Your vessel will “break over” or plane at a particular speed. This speed is determined by weight distribution, water conditions, etc. Your SST trim tabs enable you to plane at lower speeds. By depressing the helm control in the “Bow Down” position, your trim tabs move down. This will raise your stern and lower your bow, getting you up on plane faster and increasing your speed.

Your Vessel’s Optimum Attitude
Determine your optimum attitude by conducting this test: Get out and run at full speed in calm water. Notice the bow in relation to the horizon. This should be your best running attitude. You can use your trim tabs to recreate this “optimum attitude,” correcting for changes in weight distribution, speed and water conditions.

Getting Used to the “Feel” of Your Tabs
When learning to use the SST, begin by pressing the helm control in half- second bursts, allowing time between corrections for gradual trimming. Do not over-trim. An over-trimmed vessel will “plow” or “bow-steer.” If you over- trim, simply press “BOW UP” and the bow will rise.

Trimming From a Bridge or Tower
When steering from a bridge or tower, a good trimming method is to watch the bow spray, stern wake, or the rooster tail. An untrimmed vessel will produce spray farther aft of the bow and it will produce a larger wake. When trimmed, the bow spray is farther forward, the wake is reduced, and the rooster tail is smaller and farther behind the boat. You’ll also notice that the engine RPM may increase when the boat is properly trimmed.

Running in Rough Water
When running in a chop, press “BOW DOWN”. This will bring the “V” of the hull in contact with the waves rather than having the waves pound the flatter portion of the hull and your passengers. In a following sea or when running an inlet, the trim tabs should be fully retracted for maximum rudder response.

Correcting for a “Listing” Condition
The SST trim tabs may be operated individually so that you can correct for a “listing” condition. Your control is designed so that you can use it
“intuitively.” Do not think about what the trim tabs are doing, just concentrate on your bow. If the port bow is high, push the port-side “Bow Down” direction. If the starboard bow is high, push the starboard side “Bow Down” direction until the “listing” condition is corrected.

Safety Precautions

• Do not over-trim, particularly at high speeds as the bow may dig in and wave action may cause the vessel to veer.
• While underway, do not move one trim tab significantly farther down than the other as undesirable listing could occur.
• For best maneuverability, trim tabs should be fully retracted in a following sea, or when running an inlet.
• Improper use of trim tabs can cause an unexpected attitude change of vessel, which could lead to an unsafe condition.

The SST System will have a significant effect on the operation and versatility of the vessel. The best learning method is to spend time getting familiar with your vessel’s reaction to trim tabs. Always operate your vessel with safety first in mind.

Installation Instructions

Dual Acting SST System

READ THIS FIRST BEFORE BEGINNING INSTALLATION
IMPORTANT FOR ACTUATOR INSTALLATION ON ALL BOATS
Actuators must be installed perpendicular to the trim tabs and parallel to each other. Stainless steel is not flexible. Measurements have to be precise.
BE CAREFUL NOT TO ROTATE THE ACTUATOR SHAFT — ROTATING THE SHAFT WILL DAMAGE THE INTERNAL SENSOR.

IMPORTANT: FOR BOATS KEPT IN SEAWATER
THIS SYSTEM MUST BE PROTECTED FROM ELECTROLYSIS AND GALVANIC CORROSION — THIS DAMAGE IS NOT COVERED UNDER WARRANTY
To provide protection from electrolytic corrosion a zinc anode must be applied to each tab. In the case of tabs installed on the boat as original equipment by the builder, a bonding system may be utilized for your particular model. The SST system top portion of the actuator and the actuator shaft are electrically isolated from each other. Therefore the trim plane and the
upper part of the actuator must be individually protected or integrated into a bonding system.

MUST USE ANTI-FOULING PAINT
Trim tabs and actuators should be painted with anti-fouling paint to prevent fouling by marine growth.
Follow paint manufacturer’s recommendations for proper priming and painting of stainless steel.
NOTE: Do not paint under zincs — this prevents electrical contact with trim tabs.

• Step 1: Positioning Tabs
  Position the trim tabs against the transom and check to see that the upper mounts of the hydraulic actuators do not center on an inside obstruction. If they do, reposition tabs slightly outboard. The further outboard the tabs are mounted, the greater the lateral
  (side-to-side) control. Position tabs 8-10 cm (3″-4″) from the chine and run towards the centerline of the boat.

• Step 2: Securing Tabs
  Attach the hinge plate and backing plate (mounting plates), and trim tab with 6mm (1/4″) stainless steel fasteners along the bottom of the transom. (See Figure 1) Using the backing plate as a template, mark screw hole locations. Assemble mounting plates and tab, dip screws in marine epoxy before running in. Support the trim tab from below, then slide trim tab between backing plate and hinge plate before running screws tight. Snug screws down to secure mounting plates and trim tab to transom. If the transom is curved, a shim must be made of a suitable material to provide a flat mounting surface.

• Step 3: Drilling the Holes for Actuators
  DUAL ACTUATOR SYSTEMS (2 ACTUATORS PER SIDE)
  These systems consist of two actuators per trim tab — one with sen-sor and one without sensor.
  IMPORTANT: The hole for the sensor wire must be accurate — match the paper template exactly so that the wire goes through the transom easily. Be careful not to crush or pinch the wire while mounting the actuator. (See Figure 2) For this step, use the two actuators WITHOUT the sensor wires. You will do this for each side of the boat:

1. Each trim tab is installed as an extension of the hull. To achieve this, position the upper mount of each actuator with the trim tab on the same plane as the hull bottom.
2. Support the trim tab assembly from below while positioning against the transom. Attach both actuators without sensors to the trim tab using the supplied 5/16-18 x 1 1/4″ hex head machine screws.
3. Mark the outline of the four mounting holes in the upper mount. Remove the actuators from the trim tab and set aside.
4. Take both actuator paper templates and put them in position — the paper template with sensor hole should be inboard, and the template without sensor hole should be outboard. Align the templates and tape to the transom. The templates should be used to mark and drill the sensor holes and pipe nipple holes. Drilling a small pilot hole first helps locate an accurate center for each hole. Based on the template, for the actuators with a sensor, drill a 19mm (3/4″) hole in the transom for the sensor wire. Drill the marked 8mm (5/16″) mounting holes for each actuator. And drill the marked 12mm (1/2″) holes for the pipe nipples.
5. Once all the holes are drilled, mount the actuators to the trim plane using the supplied machine screws. DO NOT TIGHTEN.  

Note: Actuators WITH sensors should be mounted inboard. Actuators WITHOUT sensors should be mounted outboard.

• Step 4: Mounting the Actuators to the Transom
  Carefully remove hex plugs from the fluid holes in the actuator up-per mounts. The actuators contain PROCEED TO STEP 4 ON PAGE 6 TO COMPLETE THE INSTALLATION.
  SINGLE ACTUATOR SYSTEMS (1 ACTUATOR PER SIDE)

1. Each trim tab is installed as an extension of the hull. To achieve this, position the upper mount of each actuator with the trim tab on the same plane as the hull bottom. Support the trim tab assembly from below in the fully retracted position. Attach an actuator to the trim plane using the supplied 5/16-18 x 1 1/4″ hex head machine screws. Tip back the upper mount such that the wires and the hydraulic ports face away from the transom. Position the assembly template over the end of the upper mount as shown in Figure 3. The radius on the top of the uprights should nest fully into the assembly template. This will temporarily locate the position of the upper mount. Mark the position of the assembly template by tracing around the perimeter of the template.![BENNETT-MARINE-SST4-Trim-Tab-System- \(4\)](https://manuals.plus/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/BENNETT-MARINE-SST4-Trim-Tab-System-4.png)
2. Remove the actuators from the trim tab and set aside.
3. Hold the assembly template placed in the marked position, then mark the outline of the four mounting holes, the pipe nipple holes and the sensor cable hole.
4. Remove the assembly template. When completed, you should have an outline of the actuator upper mount as shown in Figure 4.
5. Drill the marked 8mm (5/16″) mounting holes for each actuator. Drill the 19mm (3/4″) hole in the transom for the sensor wire. And drill the 12mm (1/2″) holes for the pipe nipples.  

IMPORTANT: The hole for the sensor wire must be accurate — match the template exactly so that the wire goes through the transom easily. Be careful not to crush or pinch the wire while mounting the actuator.

6. Once all the holes are drilled, mount the actuators to the trim tab using the supplied 5/16-18 x 1 1/4″ hex head machine screws. DO NOT TIGHTEN. large amount of automatic transmission fluid. Apply Teflon tape on male threads of pipe nipples and tighten into the actuator upper mounts. (See Figure 5)  

Note: Before pushing the pipe nipples and sensor plugs through the holes in the transom, cover the ends with masking tape to prevent damage or debris from entering the system.
Carefully insert sensor wire through center hole. Pull all slack sensor wire into the boat. Apply waterproof sealant on surface of the upper mount, around pipe nipples and screw holes. Insert pipe nipples through transom and secure actuator upper mounts to transom with 8mm (5/16″) fasteners. Actuators should be through-bolted to transom.
Tighten 5/16-18 x 1 1/4″ machine screws to attach the actuator to the trim tab.

• Step 5: Filling the Oildyne Hydraulic Power Unit (Pump)
  Remove the yellow cap from the reservoir and fill using any type of automatic transmission fluid (ATF).

• Step 6: Mounting the Oildyne Hydraulic Power Unit
  Choose a dry and convenient location to install the Oildyne Hydraulic Power Unit. Important: The Oildyne Hydraulic Power Unit must be installed in a dry enough location to avoid drenching .

• Step 7: Attaching Fittings
  Inside the transom, remove the protective tape from the pipe nipples. Check that the pipe nipples are clean and clear. Then apply Teflon tape on male threads of pipe nipples and tighten the 90° brass elbows to pipe nipples.

• Step 8: Running Hydraulic Tubing
  Single Actuator System: Run hydraulic tubing between the actuators and cut to length. Secure tubing as needed. (See next page, Figure 7 for Single Actuator Systems.) Dual Actuator Systems: Run tubing from the Pumps to the desired Brass Line-T location as shown. Secure as required. (See Figure 8 for Dual Actuator Systems.) Use tube bending clips at desired 90° bends in tubing to prevent kinking.

• Step 9: Connecting Tubing to Actuators and Pumps
  (See Figure 6) Insert tubing through the nut with ferrule and into the 90° elbow. Push until the tubing bottoms in the fitting. While continuing to bottom the tubing in the fitting, tighten nut “finger tight,” then one full turn with a 13mm (1/2″) wrench … NO MORE. Do the same to connect the tubing to the Brass Line-Ts, and then from the Brass Line-Ts to the Pumps.

• Step 12: Installing Electronic Indicator Control
  Wire control and electrical system per diagram and instructions in the next section for a SST System with an EIC5000.

RUNNING THE HYDRAULIC TUBING FOR SINGLE ACTUATOR SYSTEMS

RUNNING THE HYDRAULIC TUBING FOR DUAL ACTUATOR SYSTEMS

Electronic Indicator Control (EIC) Dual Station SST System

IMPORTANT: MAKE ALL ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS WITH POWER OFF.
SST Actuators with Sensor Wires should already be mounted per instructions on pages 4-6.

• Step 1: Mounting the EIC Relay Module (#6 on System Schematic on Page 8)

  • Mount the EIC Relay Module in a dry location centrally located between the two Oildyne Hydraulic Power Units (Pumps).

• Step 2: Mounting the Port and Starboard Dual Acting Relay Modules (#8 and #9 on System Schematic)

  • Mount the Port Dual Acting Relay Module (Red Collar on the Connector) near the port pump.
  • Mount the Starboard Dual Acting Relay Module (Green Collar on the Connector) near the starboard pump.
  • Attach the black wires to battery ground. Attach the orange wires with inline fuse to the same battery positive power source. The orange wires will supply power to the Pumps — make sure that the power source is rated for 10 amps (24V) or 20 amps (12V).

• Step 3: Connecting the Y-Harness (#10 on System Schematic)

  • Connect the “Y-Harness” to the longer of the two cables on the EIC Relay Module.
    Note: The shorter cable coming out of the EIC Relay Module is for the optional Auto Tab Control (AC3000). If no Auto Tab Control is installed this cable is not used.

  • Connect the Y-Harness plug with the Red Collar to the Port Dual Acting Relay Module plug (red to red).

  • Connect Y-Harness plug with the Green Collar to the Starboard Dual Acting Relay Module plug (green to green).

• Step 4: Connecting the Pump (#11 on System Schematic) Wire Harnesses to the Port and Starboard Dual Acting Relay Modules

  • Connect the Port Pump Wire Harness to the Port Dual Acting Relay Module.
  • Connect the Starboard Pump Wire Harness to the Starboard Dual Acting Relay Module.

• Step 5: Connecting the Pump ground wire

  • Run the black ground wire from the back of each Oildyne Hydraulic Power Unit (#11 on System Schematic) to the vessel’s 24V or 12V battery ground system.
  • DO NOT connect to EIC Relay Module grounding stud. (See Figure 9 above)

• Step 6: Connecting the Sensor Wires

  • Plug the Grey sensor Wire into the Starboard Sensor Wire Connector (green collar) on the EIC Relay Module (#6 on System Schematic).
  • Plug the Grey Sensor Wire into the Port Sensor Wire Connector (red collar) on the EIC Relay Module (#6 on System Schematic).

• Step 7: Mounting the EIC Display at the Helm (#1 on System Schematic)
  Follow these instructions for both the Lower Helm and Upper Helm EIC Displays

  • Using the enclosed paper EIC Display Template, mark the location for your EIC Display and locate the centers of the holes on the template.
  • Use a 51mm (2″) hole-saw to cut the center hole and 5mm (3/16″) drill for the four mounting stud holes.
  • Use a small bead of sealant around the perimeter of the display to seal.
  • Using the 4 nylon thumb-nuts, secure the display. (Do not over-tighten.)
    NOTE: IF YOU HAVE A SINGLE STATION SYSTEM, JUMP TO STEP 13.

• Step 8: Mounting the EIC Bridge Box (#4 on System Schematic)

  • Mount the EIC Bridge Box within the length of the thick gray EIC Wire Harness (Part# EIC301, #3 on System Schematic) that will plug into the Lower Helm EIC Display.

• Step 9: Connecting the EIC Wire Harness (Blue) to the EIC Bridge Box

  • Plug the EIC Wire Harness (Part# EIC201, #5 on System Schematic) into the EIC Relay Module (#6 on System Schematic).
  • Plug the other end of the Blue EIC Wire Harness into ANY of the three connectors on the Bridge Box.
  • The cable must be properly strain-relieved at both ends to support the weight of the blue cable at the Bridge Box.

• Step 10: Connecting the Upper Helm EIC Display (secondary) to the EIC Bridge Box

  • Plug the thin gray EIC Bridge Wire Harness (Part# EIC801, #2 on System Schematic) into the back of the Upper Helm EIC Display.
  • Plug the EIC Bridge Wire Harness into ANY of the three connectors on the Bridge Box.
  • The cable must be properly strain-relieved at both ends to support the weight of the cable at the Bridge Box.

• Step 11: Connecting the Lower Helm EIC Display (primary) to the EIC Bridge Box

  • Plug the thick gray EIC Wire Harness (Part# EIC301, #3 on System Schematic) into the back of the Lower Helm EIC Display.
  • Plug the EIC Wire Harness into the remaining connector on the Bridge Box.
  • The cable must be properly strain-relieved at both ends to support the weight of the cable at the Bridge Box.

• Step 12: Cutting the Wiring for Upper Helm EIC Display (secondary)

  • DO NOT connect the orange and purple wires at the Upper Helm EIC Display. Cut the orange and purple wires off the display. GO TO STEP 14.
    FOR SINGLE STATION SYSTEM ONLY

• Step 13: Running the EIC Wire Harness (Part# EIC201, #5 on System Schematic)

  • Plug the EIC Wire Harness (Blue Cable) into the back of the EIC Display and run to the location of the EIC Relay Module.
  • Plug the Blue EIC Wire Harness into the EIC Relay Module.
  • The cable must be properly strain relieved at both ends to support the weight of the blue cable.
    FOR BOTH DUAL AND SINGLE STATION SYSTEMS
    

• Step 14: Connecting the Wiring for the Lower Helm EIC Display (primary)

  • Connect the Purple wire containing the inline 1.5 amp fuse to the ignition switch or any 12 or 24 volt circuit that turns on with the ignition. This wire is used to initiate Auto Tab Retraction when the ignition is switched to the off position.
  • Connect the Orange wire containing the inline 1.5 amp fuse to a source that supplies power to the boat’s electronics and/or gauges. This wire senses the power and shuts off the display when the helm power is shut off.

• Step 15: Connecting the Power and Ground on the EIC Power Cables (#7 on System Schematic) to the EIC Relay Module

  • Attach the black wire to battery ground. Attach the orange wire with inline fuse to the same battery-positive power source.

System Schematic and Parts List

Calibration and Operation

Once installation of the SST System is complete, use the EIC to bleed the system by holding down the “BOW DOWN” position for 15 seconds, then “BOW UP” for 15-20 seconds. Repeat 3 times. This will purge air from the system. Then place both tabs in the “full down” position and check all hydraulic connections for leaks. Bring the tabs to the full UP position and check the fluid level. Add ATF if necessary. Also check for leaks in the “UP” position.

Calibration — NOTE: Calibration must be done at the Lower Helm EIC Display

1. The port and starboard red LEDs will flash alternately, indicating that the system is not calibrated.
2. Press and hold the “sun” and “moon” buttons on the Lower Helm EIC Display simultaneously for approximately 3 seconds. Both the port and starboard lower yellow LEDs will begin to flash. Release the “sun” and “moon” buttons.
3. Using the Lower Helm EIC Display, run both trim tabs to the full down position (BOW DOWN on the control). Make sure the tabs go all the way DOWN by holding the buttons for at least 15 seconds. (Holding the buttons after the tabs are down will not harm the system).
4. A few seconds after the tabs are all the way down the port and starboard upper yellow LEDs will begin flashing. Again, using the Lower Helm EIC Display, run both tabs to the full up position (BOW UP on the control). Make sure the tabs come all the way UP by holding the buttons for at least 15 seconds.
5. The upper and lower yellow LEDs will then light up solidly, indicating that the EIC is calibrated and ready to operate. If you wish to recalibrate the EIC at any time, simply bring the tabs to the full up position, press and hold the “sun” and “moon” buttons down and repeat the calibration instructions.

Operation
The intensity of the display LEDs may be adjusted by pressing the “sun” button to brighten and the “moon” button to dim the display.

EIC Display Diagnostic Information

• Port and starboard red LEDs alternately flash: EIC requires calibration. Refer to the calibration information above.
• Upper yellow LED flashes on port or starboard side: Indicates the EIC Display is not receiving a sensor signal. If the port upper yellow LED flashes the fault is in the port sensor or wires. A flashing yellow LED on the starboard side would indicate a fault on the starboard sensor or wires. Switching the sensor connections on the EIC Relay Module will confirm the diagnostic code if the flashing LEDs switch sides. If the problem switched sides, check the suspected faulty actuator with an Ohm meter at the EIC sensor cable plug. The reading should be in the 220-260 Ohm range. If the sensor readings are good, check for faulty connections (corrosion or broken wires).

Dual Acting SST System Troubleshooting Guide

Before proceeding with the tests below, verify that each orange power wire is connected to a live positive power source, and that the fuses* are not blown. Make sure that each black wire has a good connection to ground.** After this is complete, conduct the tests below.

• STEP 1A — Troubleshooting for Port Oildyne Hydraulic Power Unit and Port Dual Acting Relay Module
  Unplug the Port Pump from the Port Dual Acting Relay Module (RMPORTDA). Using a hot lead, directly power the Pump plug as shown below: Operation Reaction

  Touch positive to Red and Blue Simultaneously| Port trim tab up
   |
  Touch positive to Green and Blue Simultaneously| Port trim tab down

If the port trim tab does not move when pump is powered direct, then the port pump or port actuator(s) are faulty. Contact Bennett Marine.
If the port trim tab still moves, plug the Oildyne Hydraulic Power Unit back into the Port Dual Acting Relay Module (RMPORTDA). Unplug the RMPORTDA from the EIC Dual Pump Cable (Y-Harness). Take the RMPORTDA and using a hot lead directly power the three-color wire pigtail featuring a red heat shrink collar as shown below:

Operation Reaction

Touch positive to Red and Blue Simultaneously| Port trim tab down
 |
Touch positive to Red and Yellow Simultaneously| Port trim tab up

If the port trim tab does not move when powered through the Port Dual Acting Relay Module, then the RMPORTDA is faulty.

  *  **STEP 1B —** Troubleshooting for Starboard Pump and Starboard Dual Acting Relay Module  

Unplug the starboard Oildyne Hydraulic Power Unit (Pump) from the Starboard Dual Acting Relay Module (RMSTBDDA). Using a hot lead, directly power the Oildyne Hydraulic Power Unit plug as shown below: Operation Reaction

Touch positive to Red and Blue Simultaneously| Starboard trim tab up
 |
Touch positive to Green and Blue Simultaneously| Starboard trim tab down

If the starboard trim tab does not move when Oildyne Hydraulic Power Unit is powered direct, then the starboard Oildyne Hydraulic Power Unit or starboard actuator(s) are faulty.
If the starboard trim tab still moves, plug the Oildyne Hydraulic Power Unit back into the Starboard Dual Acting Relay Module (RMSTBDDA).
Unplug the RMSTBDDA from the EIC Dual Pump Cable (Y-Harness). Take the RMSTBDDA and using a hot lead directly power the three-color wire pigtail featuring a green heat shrink collar as shown below:

Operation Reaction

Touch positive to Green and Blue Simultaneously| Starboard trim tab down
 |
Touch positive to Green and Yellow Simultaneously| Starboard trim tab up

If the starboard trim tab does not move when powered through the Starboard Dual Acting Relay Module, then the RMSTBDDA is faulty.

  * This system could contain up to five (5) fuses — three (3) 1.5 amp, with two (2) 10 amp (24V) or two (2) 20 amp (12V). The boat builder could have replaced these fuses with breakers, or used breakers and inline fuses.
  * There are five (5) ground (black wires) — two (2) Pumps, two (2) Dual Acting Relay Modules and one (1) EIC Relay Module.

• STEP 2 Before proceeding with the tests below, verify that each orange power wire is connected to a live positive power source and that the fuses* are not blown. Make sure that each black wire has a good connection to ground. After this is complete, conduct the tests below.
  If the trim tab(s) is still operational after conducting the tests in Step 1, then either the Y-Harness or EIC Relay Module is at fault. Perform the test below by removing the EIC Dual Pump Cable (Y-Harness) from the EIC Relay Module. Using a hot lead, directly power the end of the Y-Harness just removed from the EIC Relay Module (four wires in the plug) as shown below: Operation Reaction**

  Touch positive to Red and Blue Simultaneously| Port trim tab down
  Touch positive to Red and Yellow Simultaneously| Port trim tab up
  Touch positive to Green and Blue Simultaneously| Starboard trim tab down
  Touch positive to Green and Yellow Simultaneously| Starboard trim tab up
  Touch positive to Red, Green and Blue Simultaneously| Both trim tabs down
  Touch positive to Red, Green, and Yellow Simultaneously| Both trim tabs up

If the trim tab(s) is still not operational when powered through the Y-Harness, then the Y-Harness is faulty.
If both trim tabs operate as they should after conducting the above test, then the EIC Relay Module may be faulty. Conduct the following test by directly powering the shorter, unused cable on the EIC Relay Module:

Operation Reaction

Touch positive to Red and Blue Simultaneously| Port trim tab down
Touch positive to Red and Yellow Simultaneously| Port trim tab up
Touch positive to Green and Blue Simultaneously| Starboard trim tab down
Touch positive to Green and Yellow Simultaneously| Starboard trim tab up
Touch positive to Red, Green and Blue Simultaneously| Both trim tabs down
Touch positive to Red, Green, and Yellow Simultaneously| Both trim tabs up

If the trim tab(s) is still not operational when powered through the EIC Relay Module, then the EIC Relay Module is faulty.
If both trim tabs operate properly when the above test is conducted, then either the EIC Display or the EIC Wire Harness is at fault.
Ensure that both ends of the EIC Wire Harness are seated firmly in the plugs, and that the EIC Display’s orange wire has proper voltage.

  * This system could contain up to five (5) fuses — three (3) 1.5 amp, with two (2) 10 amp (24V) or two (2) 20 amp (12V). The boat builder could have replaced these fuses with breakers, or used breakers and inline fuses.
  * There are five (5) ground (black wires) — two (2) Pumps, two (2) Dual Acting Relay Modules and one (1) EIC Relay Module.

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Warranty

Bennett Marine warranties the equipment that is sold and supplied against any faulty manufacturing defects.

1. Warranty validity period:
   • a. The warranty period is twelve (12) months starting from the date of the first use by the original consumer. If our systems are mounted or used on work or commercial boats the warranty period is six (6) months from the date of first use. The manufacturer has the right to require from the client proof of the date specified on the warranty request.
   • b. This period is neither extended nor interrupted through legal or amicable claims on the part of the client. At the end of this period, the warranty is terminated without further consideration.
   • c. The warranty will not be renewed following replacement or if the item is resold.
2. Conditions that make the warranty null and void:
   • a. The obligation of the warranty will not apply in case of negligence, faulty installation or maintenance, operator’s responsibility, imprudence, non-observance of recommended operating instructions, incidents resulting from a cause of force majeure, or the use of automatic transmission fluid of insufficient quantity for this equipment.
   • b. The warranty is not valid where some of Bennett’s components are installed on a control system together with other manufacturers’ products.
   • c. The warranty does not apply if the faulty equipment is not returned to Bennett Marine and if it has been previously disassembled, repaired, or modified by either the user or by a third party.
   • d. The warranty does not cover failure due to the construction or choice of unsuitable materials by ordering the product despite prior advice or as standard guidelines, given by Bennett Marine.
3. Conditions of equipment failure
   • a. In case of equipment failure within its warranty period, Bennett Marine must be contacted to authorize any replacement parts. The client must allow the technician to be able to ascertain the defects and to perform corrective actions. After receiving proper notification of the equipment defect, the technician shall correct this fault as soon as reasonably possible, reserving the right, if applicable, to modify all or part of the equipment to fulfil the obligations.
   • b. The replacement of the defective components under warranty condition is left to Bennett Marine’s judgment.
   • c. The defective products must be sent pre-paid together with a copy of the invoice or vessel’s bill of sale.
   • d. In case the repairs are not under warranty as specified in condition paragraph 2, the owner agrees to pay the boat repair yard for said work, labour and materials. Verbal price quotes by personnel are rough estimates and are not binding; all orders must be in writing and signed by the owner and the manufacturer or distributor.
   • e. During the warranty period, the dismantling, repairing and reassembly of the faulty items are the responsibility of Bennett Marine. The shipping costs for repaired or replaced products, as well as for hauling and labor costs shall be paid by the client.
   • f. All work performed on vessels can only occur with the Owner’s specific instructions. However, in emergency cases, Bennett Marine reserves the right to repair the Owner’s vessel if, in the opinion of Bennett Marine or our distributor, an emergency arises making such action necessary for the protection of the vessel. The owner agrees to pay for these emergency repairs at the prevailing rates.
   • g. Bennett Marine reserves all rights against the vessel and personally against the owner for payment of all charges in full.
   • h. Bennett Marine shall not be responsible for any damage to said vessel or damage to or loss of any articles or personal property, gear, or any other appurtenances left aboard the vessel.
   • i. Bennett Marine does not provide insurance for the vessel; the insurance liability coverage is for Bennett Marine only. The owner agrees that he will provide his insurance for his vessel and will keep coverage in effect for the period the vessel is being repaired.
4. General warranty terms
   • a. The obligation of the warranty only applies if the defect appeared under normal operating conditions stipulated for this type of vessel, or indicated by the statement of purpose or intended use to the manufacturer in writing.
   • b. The components replaced under warranty must be returned to Bennett Marine as they are no longer the owner’s property.
   • c. Bennett Marine reserves the right to change its models or parts without any obligation to make the same alterations to any products previously manufactured.
   • d. The manufacturer will not be responsible for damage resulting from the client’s non-compliance with any of the obligations defined above.
   • e. No claim may be made for compensation such as personal injury, damage to goods other than those concerned in this document, operating losses, commercial damage or loss of earnings.

For product support, please call 1-866-894-1626 (Option #3), or email BMI_Info@Yamaha-motor.com. Bennett Marine is a Division of Yamaha Marne Systems Company, Inc. – Learn more at BennettTrimTabs.com

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