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Power trim/tilt switch and gauge location
The power trim/tilt switch is located on the remote control
handle or on the boat’s dashboard. The trim indicator dis-
plays the drive position in the
Trim range. With dual installa-
tions, it is permissible to individually trim the drive in
Trim
range. When the drive is in
Beach range, 7 to 10, boat speed
must be lower than planing speed. The engine must be
stopped when fully tilted.
Caution!
There is no automatic stop function between the Trim
range and Beach range. Check the trim indicator care-
fully during trim operation.
Shifting and controlling speed
Carefully check the function of all control and engine
systems before leaving the dock.
1. Move the remote control handle to the
NEUTRAL detent
(idle) position. This will engage
NEUTRAL START switch
and allow engine to start. Check in front and behind boat
for people or obstructions before shifting.
2. Do not shift if engine speed is above 800 RPM.
3. To go
FORWARD - Actuate the NEUTRAL lock mecha-
nism and move the shift handle forward. Throttle move-
ment will begin after the
FORWARD gear engages.
4. To go in
REVERSE - Actuate the NEUTRAL lock mecha-
nism and move the shift handle rearward. Throttle move-
ment will begin after the
REVERSE gear engages.
5. To go from
FORWARD to REVERSE, or REVERSE to
FORWARD, always pause at NEUTRAL and allow en-
gine speed to return to idle.
Do not shift from
FOR-
WARD to REVERSE when the boat is planing.
6. After shifting is completed, continue to move the control
handle slowly in the desired direction to increase speed.
Caution!
Any time you operate your boat, be aware of changes in
shift system operation. A sudden increase in shift effort
at the remote control handle, or other abnormal opera-
tion, indicates a possible problem in the shift system. If
this occurs, take the following precautions:
•
With the engine running and the boat securely tied to
the dock, shift the reverse gear into FORWARD and
REVERSE to make sure there is gear engagement. Do
not exceed idle RPM.
•
Whenever you dock your boat, perform all docking ma-
neuvers at slow speed. Pay special attention to other
boaters. Inform passengers of potential problems and
take all precautions necessary to ensure their safety.
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