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Important Safety Information
You must understand all of the safety statements shown on your boat and
in this manual. Important safety-related information is highlighted in this
manual using the designations shown below. You should understand all
such designations prior to operating your Manitou.
DANGER
The DANGER designation indicates an imminently
hazardous situation that, if not avoided, will result
in death or serious injury. The use of this signal
word is limited to the most extreme situations.
WARNING
The WARNING designation indicates a potentially
hazardous situation that, if not avoided, could
result in death or serious injury.
CAUTION
The CAUTION designation indicates a potentially
hazardous situation that, if not avoided, may result
in minor or moderate injury or property damage. It
may also be used to alert against unsafe
practices.
You are likely to encounter a variety of situations beyond those listed in
this manual that require safe practices. Be ready, and make safety a first
priority at all times!
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Each lever of the dual engine control operates a single engine. The left
(or port) lever adjusts the speed and rotational direction of the port-side
engine. In the same way, the right
(or starboard) lever operates the
starboard-side engine. When the
two levers are in the same position,
the engines work together to move
the boat in a straight line. When the
two levers are in different positions,
the boat responds by pivoting or
spinning in one direction or the
other, according to the positions
used.
To master the operation of the dual
engine control, first practice on the water in an area where there is no
risk of collision or running aground. You will also want to practice
docking maneuvers using the dual engine control. Remember at all times
that boat speed affects the driver’s ability to maneuver. At first, keep
your engine speeds low to allow for safe practice. Increase to higher
speeds as you gain familiarity with the controls’ effect on steering.
For detailed instructions on using the optional dual engine controls
feature, please refer to the controls manual provided in the owner’s
packet.
Shift and Throttle Control System
The shift and throttle control system on your boat will vary depending on
the brand of motor and the steering options you have selected. The
control system described in this section may vary slightly from the
control on your boat. For specific maintenance, use, and safety
information, refer to the shift and throttle control owner’s manual
provided by the engine manufacturer.
Forward and Reverse
To shift into forward, rotate the control lever forward about 35 degrees.
To shift into reverse, rotate the control lever backward.
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