Evinrude E-TEC 40RL 2008, Operator'S Manual

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Using Your E-TEC Outboard
SHIFTING AND SPEED CONTROL
IMPORTANT: Carefully check the function of
all control and engine systems before leaving
the dock. DO NOT shift the outboard into
FORWARD or REVERSE while it is shut OFF.
Shifting
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
IMPORTANT: When shifting from FOR-
WARD to REVERSE or from REVERSE to
FORWARD, pause at NEUTRAL until the en-
gine is at idle speed and the boat has slowed.
Speed Control
With the outboard running, twist throttle grip:
• Clockwise to decrease speed; or
• Counterclockwise to increase speed.
1. Decrease speed
2. Increase speed
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.
TILTING
IMPORTANT: Use the tilt grip to tilt your out-
board. Do not use the tiller handle as a lever.
Tilt UP
Move tilt/run lever to TILT position.
1. TILT position
WARNING
Do not operate the outboard in
REVERSE with the tilt/run lever in TILT.
The outboard may tilt out of the water,
resulting in loss of control.
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