Bennett Marine Wake Tabs Owners Manual User Manual
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Trouble Shooting
Bennett Trim Tabs are built to rigid quality standards.
However, the marine environment is harsh. So, in the unlikely
event a malfunction occurs, here is some helpful information:
1. If trim tab does nothing . . . no movement . . . no sound
from HPU:
• Inspect for blown 20 amp in-line fuse in helm control’s
orange wire.
• Inspect for disconnected or corroded connections on HPU
ground wire, orange positive wire from helm control, and
quick-disconnect plug.
2. If HPU runs but trim tabs do not move:
• Inspect for disconnected or corroded red and green wire
connections at helm control and quick-disconnect plug.
• The following test can be used to help isolate malfunction.
Remove wires from helm control and touch together as
follows:
Operation
Reaction
Orange ( + ), blue, green
Tab down
Orange ( + ), yellow, green
Tab up
If trim tab functions in each of the above combinations, check
helm control. If during this test the tab continues to
malfunction, inspect HPU.
Inspect for disconnected or corroded green valve wire
connections at helm control and quick-disconnect plug.
3. If trim tab goes down but will not retract:
• Inspect for low voltage of the battery. Check battery for
voltage while HPU (or another accessory) is running. If
voltage is less than 10 volts, valve may not open.
• Inspect for disconnected or corroded connections on helm
control, and quick-disconnect plug.
This general information is not intended to be complete.
Please feel free to call Bennett Marine to assist in solving
situations not clarified or addressed above. Bennett Marine
customer service is available to help Monday through Friday,
8am to 5pm Eastern time. (954) 427-1400.
Congratulations, you are the owner of one of the finest trim tab
systems available. The Bennett Wake Tab, like Bennett Trim
Tabs, will provide you with control never thought possible.
What the Wake Tab Will Do
Control wake shape and size-from stock to pro.
Bring the bow down for improved visibility and safety
Plane at slower speeds & smooth out the ride
Pull heavier, more riders
If you have any questions not answered in this manual please
feel free to contact us. You can visit the Bennett Marine Web
site, it has a wealth of advice and information about owning &
operating your trim tab system.
HYDRAULIC POWER UNIT
• With the trim tab completely retracted, fluid level should be
about 2” from bottom of reservoir (approximately 22 ounces).
To fill, remove Lexan cover and filler plug located at the front
left hand corner of the reservoir. FILL WITH ANY TYPE
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION FLUID (ATF) ONLY. Brands or
types of ATF can be mixed. Running HPU with an excess or
lack of fluid will not cause damage.
• Periodically, check for clean electrical connections on back of
control, HPU ground wire, and quick-disconnect plug.
• Cold temperatures do not affect the trim tab system. No
winterization is necessary.
SAFETY INFORMATION
• Take immediate action to correct any malfunction or failure of
your trim tabs.
• Stepping on the trim tab may cause damage to the unit, or
injury.
• Make sure the HPU is mounted in a dry location to avoid
drenching and consequent failure.
• Leaving the actuator extended when boat is not in use will not
cause seal damage.
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