Mercury TowSport Inboards, Manual

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GETTING TO KNOW YOUR POWER PACKAGE
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1. 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.
2. Control Handle Tension Adjustment Screw - This screw can be adjusted to increase
or decrease the tension on the control handle (cover must be removed to adjust). This
will help prevent slipping of the remote control handle. Turn screw clockwise to increase
tension and counterclockwise to decrease tension. Adjust to tension desired.
3. Control Handles - Operation of the 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 and 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.