Hydro Tab FX Series Interceptor Units Instruction Manual

Hydro Tab FX Series Interceptor Units

Installation Kit

1. Two interceptors
2. Two interceptor drilling patterns
3. Pipe 12mm
4. Fittings
5. Screws

Interceptor mounting screws (6,3×32) Fitting mounting screws (4,8×25)

Required Tools for Installation

Before Installation
Make sure there are no obstructions behind the drilling area (tanks, fuel lines, cabling) which can be damaged or prevent the installation (Figure 1).

Attention! Please make sure that the pipe insertion hole is accessible from the engine room (Figure 2).

A good hint is that the closer the units are to the water line, the best the bank control of the boat will be (Figure 3).

Safety precautions

1. Place air unit in a dry space free of flammable or explosive gases.
2. For high-speed boats, over trim may cause unexpected turns.
3. Improper use of trim tabs may result to accidents or injury.
4. DO NOT PLACE YOUR FINGERS THROUGH THE BLADE HOLES, when the blade is extended!

Proper interceptor installation in the transom

Interceptor
If the boat’s transom has a significant curvature, it is necessary to create a flat plane for the installation (acceptable flatness tolerance: 2mm). For aluminum hulls, it is suggested Isolation Plates between hull and interceptors to be installed. You can find installation instructions in the Isolation Plates Kit.

• Optimal
• Less performance
• More drag
• Correct angle

For maximum performance and less drag, install interceptors on the transom so blades deploy vertically. If transom is not vertical to water plane, correct the angle by using wedges or other means.

Interceptor Installation

1. Drill all the pattern holes with a 3mm bore without removing the pattern.
2. Remove the pattern and drill according to the pattern indications.
3. Apply sealant Sikaflex 291 to the holes.
4. Use a spatula to clean the excessive glue from the holes.
5. Remove the front cover screws.
6. Remove the front cover.
7. Apply Sikaflex to the interceptor.
8. Mount the interceptor to the transom with the given washers and screws.
9. Mount the front cover to the interceptor.
10. Drill the transom, at the tube holder holes with a 12mm bore for the middle (tube passing-thru) hole, and with a 3,8mm bore for the other two (mounting) holes.
11. Attention: before mounting the tube holder, apply Sikaflex as shown in the image. Mount the tube holder to the transom and connect the interceptors with the air unit.

Air Supply:
Connect the interceptor with the Air Unit using the components are given in the kit, as shown in the image.

Spare Parts List

Warranty conditions

FW, TS and BT Series Interceptor units (and not complete systems) are covered by a 5-year Warranty. SR Series Interceptor units (and not complete systems) are covered by a 2-year Warranty. Recoil springs, electrical/electronic parts and devices come with a 2-year warranty. Anodes (consumables) are not included in the warranty (for BT, FW, TS Series). Hydrotab’s warranty only covers the repair or replacement of spare parts.
System selections
It is the sole responsibility of the buyer to choose the correct system and even with Hydrotab’s suggestion for a system, the overall responsibility is with the buyer.
Limited warranty
Provided that the system has been installed in accordance with the installation manual we provide, and no damage has been caused due to improper handling or practices, the Hydro tab will replace any defective parts or parts that failed due to improper manufacturing within the applicable warranty period. Hydro tab only covers the parts’ replacement. Fitting or shipping costs are not covered by the warranty. Hydro tab will select if we will repair or replace any given part. Repaired or replaced products will assume the remainder of the warranty time and under no conditions will the full time of warranty be renewed.
Limited warranty periods
The limited warranty period is two years (2 years) from the product shipped from our premises. Extended limited warranty period It is provided in case:

• A hydro tab trim system is included as equipment of a newly purchased boat directly by from the boat-builder or his reseller.
• The hydro tab trim system has been purchased through a Hydrotab dealer.

The extended limited warranty period is valid for three (3) years from the shipping date, provided that the customer has downloaded, completed and submitted the online registration form within one month (30) days from the purchase in the following url. https://www.hydrotab.gr/product-registration
In case the dealer sells separate units of Interceptors, Air Units and Controllers that constitute a full system that is not initially sold (as a complete system) by Hydro tab, the dealer has the responsibility to provide the separate Serial Numbers for the Interceptors, Air Units, and Controllers and guide the end-user for the proper registration of his serial numbers for the extended warranty to be valid. The authorized dealer is responsible for the product’s service. For any services or spare parts requirements and replacements during the warranty period, the original invoice is necessary to be presented. For the replacement of any part of the system (interceptors, Air Unit, any controller etc.) under warranty, the replaced parts must be returned to Hydro tab Marine Engineering for inspection, otherwise, the warranty is not valid. Cost of dismantling – assembly and spare parts transportation is borne by the user. The warranty does not foresee, under any circumstances, replacement of the whole Hydro tab system.
What is not covered by the warranty:
Damage caused by the lack or non-replacement of worn anodes (for BT, FW, TS Series). Damage caused by improper installation and use not consistent with the manual. Damage with externally visible deformation of the product caused by misuse of the user or other external causes. Damage to any component caused during transportation, installation or repair from non-authorized personnel. Conversions or modifications made after the initial sale. N. Triantafyllis Ltd (Hydro tab Marine Engineering) is not liable for any incidental, indirect or consequential damages or losses, including, without limitation: travel expenses, transport, lifting and hauling, costs, loss of income, loss of time, loss of property, loss of profits, personal injury or damage of any products, different from those that the company distributes. Any further (except the above-mentioned) commitment of the intermediate dealer regarding the sale terms or servicing of Hydro tab products does not create any liability of our company.

Disclaimer

The interceptor units are also steering equipment and it is the sole responsibility of the navigator-operator to ensure that, at any point, any problem that will alter the boat’s course, rising from the malfunction of interceptors, should be dealt with immediately by the operator. At no circumstances, the fault of our interceptor equipment leading to any kind of accident creates liability for the manufacturer.
Trademark Notice
The hydro tab is a registered trademark of Olympic Engineering Ltd, Greece. All other trademarks, trade names or company names referenced herein are used for identification only and are property of their respective owners.
Patent Notice
The Hydro tab products are protected by patents and industrial design patents, patents pending or design patents pending.
Declaration of conformity
This product conforms to the following Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) regulations and standards for use in marine environments. CE EN 60945
Technical information and Documentation
The technical information provided in this document was accurate and correct at the corresponding production time of the Hydro tab interceptors. Our operating principle for improving the manufactured product may lead to changes regarding its specifications without prior notice. Liability will not be accepted for any inaccuracy considering the product and the user manual.
Fair use statement
This manual can be printed or copied for your own use only. Copies should not be provided to third parties and the manual should not be commercialized.
Product Disposal
Waste removal of this product must be according to the Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) Directive.
Product Registration
Please register your product online in order for the warranty to be valid.

References

• Home - Hydrotab Trim Tabs Interceptors Systems
• Product Registration - Hydrotab

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