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Engine Shut Down
1.
Engine “cool” down is bad for these engines.
2.
Turn them off as soon as the boat is secured to the dock, mooring buoy, or anchored.
3.
Ensure Lever is in ‘neutral’ position (straight up).
4.
Using the key, turn the engines off.
Cruising
1.
Always cruise at a minimum of 1200 rpms (low rpms are harmful to the engines).
2.
Maximum cruising speed is 2000 rpms.
3.
Detroit Diesel estimates the following fuel consumption for both engines combined:
•
1200 rpms
18 gallons per hour
(typically 13 to 14 mph)
•
1400 rpms
25 gallons per hour
(typically 15 to 16 mph)
4.
Use the trim tabs for maximum performance.
5.
Make sure you move the trim tabs to the “UP” position before engine shut down.
Autopilot
1.
Push STBY/OFF button to power up the autopilot. (It takes about 5 seconds to power up.
You will hear a tone).
2.
In safe conditions, push the AUTOPILOT button to steer the current course.
3.
ALWAYS KEEP A LOOKOUT FOR BOATS, DEADHEADS, LOGS, ETC.
4.
To avoid objects in the water, push and
HOLD
the DODGE button to steer around object.
5.
The DODGE button reacts quickly, practice using it before you need it.
6.
Let go of the DODGE button and the autopilot will resume the previous course.
7.
The large dial can be used to make slight course adjustments.
8.
Please do not adjust or use the other buttons.
