Eventide E-TEC 115 H.P., Operator'S Manual

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Using Your Evinrude E-TEC Outboard
In an emergency situation, the engine can be
started without the clip in place. Follow the
normal starting procedure. Reinstall a clip as
soon as possible. The operator should al-
ways use the clip and tether cord anytime
the engine is running. Refer to Engine Cut–
off Switch/Key Switch on page 23.
IMPORTANT: Your engine cut–off switch can
be effective only when in good working condi-
tion. At each outing, inspect clip and tether
cord for cuts, breaks, or wear. Replace worn
or damaged parts.
Snap the tether cord to a secure place on the
operator’s clothing or life vest — not where it
might tear away instead of activating the en-
gine cut–off switch.
Disconnecting the clip and tether cord will
stop the engine and prevent the boat from be-
coming a runaway if the driver moves beyond
the range of the tether cord. If the tether cord
is too long, it can be shortened by knotting or
looping it. DO NOT cut and retie the tether
cord.
If the following directions are not suitable for
your boat’s control, see your Dealer before
proceeding.
Move the remote control handle to NEU-
TRAL.
Set control to SLOWEST speed position.
DO NOT advance the throttle before start-up.
Advancing the throttle overrides the electronic
idle control system.
If the outboard is started with the throttle ad-
vanced, the outboard will be in a safety mode.
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WARNING
Always use the tether cord when operat-
ing your boat to help prevent a runaway
boat and reduce the risk of personal
injury or death.
1. Tether cord 004850
1
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WARNING
Avoid knocking or pulling the clip off the
engine cut–off switch during normal
boating. Avoid bumping the key if oper-
ating without the clip on the switch. The
resulting unexpected loss of forward
motion can throw occupants forward,
causing injury.
Keep the tether cord free from obstruc-
tions and entanglements.
At each outing, test the system’s opera-
tion. With the engine running, remove
the clip from the switch by pulling the
tether cord. If the engine does not stop
running, see your Dealer.
NOTICE
Carefully check the function of all con-
trol and engine systems before leaving
the dock. DO NOT shift the engine into
FORWARD or REVERSE while it is shut
off.
1. SLOWEST speed position 007071
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