BRP 2011 WRL, User Manual

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Using Your E-TEC Outboard
SHIFTING AND SPEED CONTROL
Carefully check the function
of all control and engine systems before
leaving the dock. DO NOT shift the engine
into FORWARD or REVERSE while it is
shut off.
Shifting
When shifting from FOR-
WARD to REVERSE or from REVERSE to
FORWARD, pause at NEUTRAL until the
engine is at idle speed and the boat has
slowed.
With engine running, twist the throttle grip to
SHIFT or slower.
Move the shift lever briskly and decisively to
FORWARD or REVERSE.
1. Shift lever
2. FORWARD
3. REVERSE
Speed Control
With the outboard running, turn the Twist Grip
throttle control on the steering handle to
change engine speed.
1. Decrease speed
2. Increase speed
Throttle Friction
Adjust the throttle friction knob to reduce the
effort required to hold a throttle setting.
1. Throttle friction screw
Fuel Economy
Fuel economy can vary depending on boat
load, hull design, and throttle setting. When
boat reaches top speed, throttle back from
FULL SPEED to a lower throttle setting. You
will save fuel with a minimal loss of speed.
NOTICE
NOTICE
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WARNING
Tighten knob only enough to hold
throttle at a constant engine speed.
Overtightening will prevent quick
throttle changes in case of emer-
gency.
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