MerCruiser 3.0 TKS, User Manual

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Section 2 - Getting to Know Your Power Package
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NOVEMBER 2010 Page 23
Hour meter
: Records engine operating time.
Bilge Blower Switch
: Operates bilge blower.
Ignition Switch
: Allows operator to start and stop engine.
Power Trim Gauge
: Indicates sterndrive unit angle (trim up/out and down/in).
Remote Controls
Your boat may be equipped with a Mercury Precision Parts or Quicksilver remote controls. All controls may not have all
features shown. Consult your dealer for a description and/or demonstration of your remote control.
Panel Mount Features
a - Neutral lock button
b - Throttle only button
c - Lanyard stop switch
d - Control handle tension adjustment screw
e - Control handle
f - Trim/tilt button
Neutral Lock Button
‑ Prevents accidental shift and throttle engagement. Neutral lock button must be pushed into move the
control handle out of neutral.
Throttle Only Button
‑ Allows engine throttle advancement without shifting the engine. This is done by disengaging the shift
mechanism from the control handle. The throttle only button can be depressed only when the remote control handle is in the
neutral position, and should only be used to assist in starting the engine.
Lanyard Stop Switch
‑ Turns the ignition off whenever the operator (when attached to the lanyard) moves far enough away
from the operator's position to activate the switch. Refer to
Lanyard Stop Switch
for information on the use of this switch.
Control Handle
‑ Operation of the shift and throttle are controlled by the movement of the control handle. Push the control
handle forward from neutral with a quick firm motion to the first detent for forward gear. Continue pushing forward to increase
speed. Pull the control handle back from neutral with a quick firm motion to the first detent for reverse gear and continue
pushing back to increase speed.
Control Handle Tension Adjustment Screw
‑
(not visible)
This screw is used to adjust the effort required to move the
remote control handle. Refer to instructions provided with remote control for complete adjustment instructions.
Trim/Tilt Button
‑ Refer to
Power Trim
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