Monterey 305 SS, Owner'S Manual

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MONTEREY
BOATS
Helm Control Systems
dent with full redundancy built into the system.
If the steering fails on one engine, the other unit
will continue to operate. Should a failure in one
steering system occur, the controlling software will
sense the failure, limit the engine RPM as a safety
precaution and alert the operator.
Each steering control system has emergency pro-
cedures that are specific to the steering system
and type of failure. It is very important to follow
the correct procedure to avoid damage to the en-
gine cowlings if a steering system failure occurs.
Refer to the engine manufacturer owner’s manuals
for specific information on the operation, mainte -
nance and emergency procedures for the steering
system installed in your boat.
Tilt Steering Wheel
The steering wheel can be tilted to five different
positions by activating the tilt lock lever located
on the bottom of the helm station. When the
lever is released, it automatically locks the steer-
ing wheel at or close to that angle. Refer to the
steering manufacturer owner’s manual for specific
information on the steering system.
4.7 Joystick Controls
A joystick control system is an option on some
engine installations with electronic steering. The
joystick can only be used at slow speeds. It is
engaged by moving the shift and throttle controls
to the neutral position. Once activated, the boat
moves in the direction the joystick is pushed with
the engine speed increasing the further the stick
is pushed, up to preset limits. Turning the knob
on the top of the joystick rotates the boat in the
direction the knob is turned. Another button on
the joystick or engine control key pad raises the
preset engine speed for maneuvering in high winds
and/or strong tides.
When the joystick is released, it automatically
returns to center, the engines shift to neutral,
rotate to the straight ahead position, and the
engine speed is reduced to idle. It is deactivated
by moving the shift and throttle control levers.
Both engines must be running for the joystick
control to maneuver boat properly.
Typical Mercury Joystick
Typical Tilt Steering Wheel
Always refer to the engine manufacturer owner’s
manuals for additional features and specific in -
formation on the operation and maintenance for
the joystick and steering control systems on your
boat.