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2.3 Neutral Safety Switch
Every control system has a neutral safety switch. This device prohibits the engine 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 position and
disengage the safety cutout switch. Control or cable adjustments may be required to correct this
condition, should it persist. See your Pursuit dealer for necessary control and cable adjustments.
The neutral safety switch should be tested periodically to insure that it is operating properly. To
test the neutral safety switch, make sure the engines are tilted down and move the shift levers to the
forward position. Make sure the control levers are not advanced past the idle position. Activate
the starter for each engine. The starter should not engage for either engine. Repeat this test with
the shift levers in reverse and the engine throttles at idle. Again, the starter should not engage for
either engine. If the starter for either 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 and have the neutral safety switch repaired before using your boat. If an engine
starts in gear during this test, immediately move the control levers to the neutral position. Turn the
engines off and have the problem corrected by a qualified marine mechanic before using the boat.
2.4 Engine Stop Switch
All Pursuit boats rigged with outboard motors are equipped with
an engine stop switch and lanyard. When the lanyard is pulled it
will engage the switch and shut off the engine. We strongly
recommend that the lanyard be attached to the driver whenever the
engine is running. If the engine will not start, it could be because
the lanyard is not properly inserted into the switch. Always make
sure the lanyard is properly attached to the engine stop switch
before attempting to start the engine.
2.5 Engine Power Tilt and Trim
All outboard engines have a tilt and trim feature. The tilt and trim switches are usually built into
the engine shift and throttle controls and allows the operator to control the position of the outboards
from the helm. Moving the outboards closer to the boat transom is called trimming “in” or “down.”
Moving the outboards further away from the boat transom is called trimming “out” or “up.” In most
cases, the boat will run best with the outboards adjusted so the hull will run at a 3 to 5 degree angle
to the water.
Engine Stop Switch
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