PURSUIT 2865 DENALI, Owner'S Manual

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2865 DENALI
11.3 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. 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 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.
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
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