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3) Throttle/Shifter Levers
Throttle
When pushed forward, the boat accel-
erates. When fully pulled back, engine
returns to idle speed and the boat is
gradually stopped by water drag.
TYPICAL
1. Throttle
2. Increase speed
3. Decrease speed
4. Idle position
Shifter
A 3-position lever:
– forward
– neutral
– reverse.
In order to shift, throttle lever must be
fully pulled back to idle speed.
Shifter must be in neutral position to
allow engine starting.
TYPICAL — SHIFT LEVER
1. Throttle lever must be fully pulled back
(idle speed) to shift
2. Forward
3. Neutral
4. Reverse
CAUTION:
Do not force lever. Insure
throttle lever is in idle position.
NOTE:
To ease shifter use, line up the
shifter arrow with the appropriate dot
(Forward/Neutral/Reverse).
TYPICAL
1. Dots besides shifting position
2. Arrow on shifter
CAUTION:
Never rev the engine at
high RPM in reverse.
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WARNING
Shift lever should only be used
when the engine is idling and boat
is completely stopped.
WARNING
Only use reverse at slow speed
and for the shortest time possible.
Always ensure the path behind is
clear of objects and persons in-
cluding children playing in shallow
water.
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