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7.3 Neutral Safety Switch
Every control system has a neutral safety switch incorporated into it. This device prohibits an
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.
7.4 Engine Stop Switch
Your Pursuit is equipped with a 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 engine stop switch. Always make sure the lanyard is
properly attached to the engine stop switch before attempting to start the engine.
7.5 Required Safety Equipment
Besides the equipment installed on your boat by Pursuit, certain other equipment is required by the
U.S. Coast Guard to help ensure passenger safety. Items like a sea anchor, working anchor, extra
dock lines, flare pistol, life vests, a line permanently secured to your ring buoy, etc. could at some
time save your passengers’ lives, or save your boat from damage. Refer to the “Federal
Requirements and Safety Tips for Recreational Boats” pamphlet for a more detailed description of
the required equipment. You can also contact the U.S. Coast Guard Boating Safety Hotline, 800-
368-5647 or 800-336-2628 and 800-245-2628 in Virginia, for information on boat safety courses
and brochures listing the Federal equipment requirements. Also, check your local and state
regulations.
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