Mercury 8.1S Horizon, Product Applications Manual

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Instrumentation and Controls
90-863758060 AUGUST 2006 Page 9A-13
• A neutral start safety switch is included in the transmission. The switch in the remote
control should not be used.
Installation
Install the remote and cables in accordance with the instructions which accompany them
and the instructions in the power package installation manual. To ensure minimal shift and
throttle effort, be sure to observe the following important information:
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Do not fasten the cables to the boat or any other objects within 92 cm (3 ft.) of the
remote control and engine attaching points.
• Keep bends to a minimum.
• Route cables so that they do not have less than an 20 cm (8 in.) radius at all bends.
• Ensure that the cables are not kinked or pinched.
• Lubricate the cable guides and pivot points with 2-4-C Marine Lubricant or motor oil.
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2-4-C with Teflon Cable guides and pivot points 92-802859A1
• Tighten cable attaching nuts until they contact, then loosen 1/2 turn (until the washer
under the nut can be turned with your fingers). The attaching points must be free to
pivot.