Monterey 305 SS, Owner'S Manual

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MONTEREY
BOATS
Helm Control Systems
• An engine synchronization feature that auto -
matically keeps both engines at the same RPM
while cruising. Refer to Engine Synchronizing
in this section and the control systems owner’s
manual for more information regarding engine
synchronization.
• Trolling feature that allows the operator to
increase engine speed in 50 RPM increments
while operating at trolling speeds between 600
- 1000 RPM.
• Station transfer that allows the operator to
transfer control from one station to another
with the push of a button on boats with two
helm stations. Each station must be selected
before the controls will operate from that sta-
tion.
These features and others not mentioned require
specific procedures to activate and operate them
properly. Some of the procedures and features are
unique to the engines and other options installed on
your boat. It is essential that you read the owner’s
manual for the controls and be completely familiar
with their operation before using your boat.
CAUTION
ALWAYS RETURN THE ENGINE THROTTLE LEVER TO THE
EXTREME LOW SPEED POSITION BEFORE SHIFTING. NEVER
SHIFT THE UNIT WHILE ENGINE SPEED IS ABOVE IDLE RPM.
Engine Synchronizer
During most operations of a twin engine boat, it is
advantageous for both engines to be operated at
the same RPM. This reduces noise and vibration
and can increase engine efficiency. Setting the
throttles so that the engines are running the same
RPM (synchronized) can be done by listening to
the engine sounds at low RPM and with the auto-
matic synchronizer feature built into the electronic
controls when the engines are operating above
1000 RPM. Attempting to synchronize the engines
solely by using the tachometer readings or control
lever placement generally will not work. When the
engines are in proper synchronization, the throttle
levers may not necessarily be even.
Refer to the engine or control owner’s manuals for
more information on the engine synchronizer and
other features for the electronic controls installed
on your boat.
4.3 Neutral Safety Switch
Every control system has a neutral safety switch
incorporated into it. This device prohibits an en-
gine from being started while the shift lever is in
any position other than the neutral position. If the
engine will not start, slight movement of the shift
lever may be necessary to locate the neutral posi-
tion and disengage the safety cutout switch. Control
adjustments may be required to correct this condi -
tion should it persist. See your Monterey dealer for
necessary control adjustments.
The neutral safety switches should be tested peri-
odically to ensure that they are operating properly.
To test the neutral safety switches, make sure the
engines are tilted down and move the shift levers
to the forward position.
Make sure the throttle control levers are not
advanced past the idle position. Press the start
button or turn the key just long enough to briefly
engage the starter for the engine.
Notice:
Some outboard control systems are equipped
with a computer controlled start feature that
will keep the starter engaged until the engine
starts if the neutral safety switch fails and al-
lows the starter to engage.
The starter should not engage for any engine. Re-
peat this test with the shift levers in reverse and the
engine throttles at idle. Again, the starter should not
engage for any engine. If the starter for any engine
engages with the shift controls in any position other
than the neutral position, then the neutral safety
switch is not functioning properly and you should
contact your dealer to have the switch repaired by a
qualified marine mechanic before using the boat. If
an engine starts in gear during this test, immediately
move the control lever to the neutral position and
turn the engine off.
WARNING
IN SOME SITUATIONS, IT MAY BE POSSIBLE TO
ACCIDENTALLY START THE ENGINES IN GEAR WITH
THE THROTTLES ABOVE IDLE IF THE NEUTRAL SAFETY
SWITCH IS NOT OPERATING PROPERLY. THIS WOULD
CAUSE THE BOAT TO ACCELERATE UNEXPECTEDLY IN
FORWARD OR REVERSE AND COULD RESULT IN LOSS
OF CONTROL, DAMAGE TO THE BOAT OR INJURY TO
PASSENGERS. ALWAYS TEST THE NEUTRAL SAFETY
SWITCH PERIODICALLY AND CORRECT ANY PROBLEMS
BEFORE USING THE BOAT.