9.2 INTERCEPTORS SYSTEM

The yacht is equipped with two interceptors, which can be controlled from the control post. Each interceptors is driven by an electric motor.
They allow you to vary both the yacht’s longitudinal and transverse trim during navigation.

Familiarisation with the use of interceptors is important, as their correct use will improve performance and comfort.
In principle, lowering and raising the interceptors will lower and raise the bow of the yacht respectively.

Correct positioning of the interceptors results in a stable and ideal setup which can increase speed while reducing consumption.
In particular navigation conditions, when, due to lateral forces of the sea, sea currents and wind, the yacht assumes an inclined attitude, to restore normal conditions while maintaining the course, it is necessary to act on the wheel of the rudder or with the offset use of the interceptors.

WARNING

Interceptors are normally used during cruising, both to make it more comfortable and to achieve better performance of the yacht, according to the sea and navigation condition, and the yacht loading.

CAUTION

When using reverse, set the interceptors fully up otherwise they may be damaged.

A signal sent from the bridge to the electronic control unit located in the engine room activates the interceptor drive motor. The motor rotates in the chosen direction and determines the interceptor inclination.

Pressing the button on the other position determines the opposite movement of the motor. Each button controls the movement of a interceptor.

The monitoring system provides a reading of the interceptor outflow, measured by means of a position transducer placed on each of them.

Some suggestions will be useful in familiarizing yourself with the interceptors:

• After the yacht has moved to the glide position, adjust the position of the interceptors to find the angle most favourable to navigation;
• At high speeds, it is recommended not to operate the interceptors at the same time, one “up” and the other “down”, but to carry out the operations separately in order to avoid abrupt swerving; instead, it is possible to operate them simultaneously in the same direction;
• In calm seas, the best position for interceptors is to allow maximum speed with less yacht drag;
• In rough “bow” sea, the “down” interceptors will allow you to “beat less” and navigate with more comfort even if your speed will be reduced;
• In rough seas “on the stern”, the interceptors “up” will tend to raise the bow thus avoiding unpleasant;
• With lateral wave motion or asymmetrical lateral load, the best stability is achieved with staggered interceptors;
• If the yacht is not in motion, place the interceptors all on.

CAUTION

The manual use of interceptors (“trim assist” function disabled or override), running at high speed, requires special attention and it is normally not recommended.

CAUTION

The interceptors, as well as transmission systems, can give sudden changes of direction to the yacht if they are operated too quickly or at large angles, especially as speed increases and during manoeuvres (since they are sized and optimised for intermediate speeds).

CAUTION

As is good practice on a yacht, always make sure that passengers are seated before performing large adjustment manoeuvres on the interceptors, especially if you are navigating at high speed.

CAUTION

Periodically clean interceptors to remove any corrosion that may affect their efficiency. To reduce the risk of corrosion, retract the interceptors especially when the yacht is stopped for some time in the shore or on the ground.

1. Helm station control panel
2. Interceptors