PURSUIT 2460 Denali, Owner'S Manual

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2460 Denali
11.3 Neutral Safety Switch
Every control system has a neutral safety switch incorporated into it. 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. Please refer to the Helm Control Systems chapter for more information on the neutral
safety switch.
11.4 Engine Stop Switch
Your Denali 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.
11.5 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 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.
The Coast Guard Auxiliary offers a “Courtesy Examination.” This inspection will help ensure that
your boat is equipped with all of the necessary safety equipment.
The following is a list of the accessory equipment required on your boat by the U.S. Coast
Guard:
Personal Flotation Devices (PFDs)
PFDs must be Coast Guard approved, in good and serviceable condition, and of appropriate size
for the intended user. Wearable PFDs must be readily accessible, meaning you must be able to put
them on in a reasonable amount of time in an emergency. Though not required, the Coast Guard
emphasizes that PFDs should be worn at all times when the vessel is underway. Throwable devices
must be immediately available for use. All Pursuit boats must be equipped with at least one Type
I, II or III PFD for each person on board, plus one throwable device (Type IV).
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