PCM DI Catanium CES, Owner'S Operation And Maintenance Manual

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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS - 5
SHIFTING TRANSMISSION
CAUTION
Never shift the transmission into or out of gear
unless the throttle is at the idle position. Shifting the
transmission above 1000 RPM can severely damage
the boat, transmission and engine.
1. Set the throttle lever at the idle position.
2. Pull up on the Safety Collar and slowly push the
throttle/shift handle into the Forward gear Idle
position.
Throttle may be increased/decreased as required in the
Forward Throttle Range.
3. Pull up on the Safety Collar and slowly pull the
throttle/shift handle back into the Reverse gear
Idle position.
Throttle may be increased/decreased as required in the
Reverse Throttle Range.
4. Move the transmission lever to the center detent
position to shift into Neutral.
FREEZING TEMPERATURE OPERATION
If the possibility of freezing exists, the cooling system
must be protected after the engine is shut off to prevent
freeze damage to the engine. Refer to OUT-OF-
SEASON STORAGE for draining instructions.
OPERATION IN HIGH DEBRIS AREAS
If the boat is to be operated in high debris areas, a sea
strainer should be installed in the water inlet hose to
prevent debris from entering the cooling system. The
strainer used must be of sufficient size to allow an
adequate supply of water for cooling the engine. A
minimum of 30 gallons per minute (114 liters per minute)
flow rate is required.
ELECTRONIC SPEED CONTROL (IF EQUIPPED)
Refer to your Boat Manufacturers Owners/Operation
manual for specific operation and troubleshooting
information for your speed control system.