Boston Whaler 20 Justice Series, Operation & Maintenance Manual

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Boat Operation Section 2
Understand this important information about your
ignition shutoff switch:
• It is your responsibility to decide when to attach
the switch lanyard, but we strongly recommend
that you use the shutoff switch anytime you are
operating the boat.
• Test the ignition shutoff switch periodically by pull-
ing the clip and lanyard while the outboard engine
is at idle speed. The outboard engine should stop
immediately.
• The outboard engine will not start if the clip and
lanyard is not attached to the shutoff switch.
• The switch can only function properly when the
lanyard is attached to a sturdy part of your cloth-
ing.
• Do not shorten the switch lanyard. It must be long
enough to avoid inadvertent switch activation dur-
ing normal operator activity.
• Refer to the outboard engine operator’s manual
for specific information about the ignition shutoff
switch.