PURSUIT OS 315, Owner'S Manual

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The handles of dual lever controls may not always align with each other at all RPM settings due to variations
in control cable routing, cable length and adjustments at the engine. Usually the alignment of the handles can
be optimized at a chosen RPM, but may vary at other settings.
ALWAYS RETURN THE ENGINE THROTTLE LEVERS TO THE EXTREME LOW SPEED
POSITION BEFORE SHIFTING. NEVER SHIFT THE TRANSMISSION AT ANY THROTTLE
SETTING ABOVE IDLE RPM.
2.4 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. 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 switches should be tested periodically to ensure that they are operating properly. To test
the neutral safety switches, 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. Turn the ignition key to the
start position just long enough to briefly engage the starter for the engine. Do not hold the key in the start
position long enough to start the 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 and turn the engine off.
IN SOME SITUATIONS, IT MAY BE POSSIBLE TO ACCIDENTALLY START THE ENGINES
IN GEAR WITH THE THROTTLES ABOVE IDLE IF THE NEUTRAL SAFETY SWITCH IS
NOT OPERATING PROPERLY. THIS WOULD CAUSE THE BOAT TO ACCELERATE UN-
EXPECTEDLY IN FORWARD OR REVERSE AND COULD RESULT IN LOSS OF CONTROL,
DAMAGE TO THE BOAT, OR INJURY TO PASSENGERS. ALWAYS TEST THE NEUTRAL
SAFETY SWITCH PERIODICALLY AND CORRECT ANY PROBLEMS BEFORE USING THE
BOAT.
2.5 Engine Power Tilt and Trim
All outboard engines used on your boat have a tilt and trim feature. The tilt and trim switches are usually built
into the engine shift and throttle controls and allow 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.
The term “trim” generally refers to the adjustment of the outboards within the first 20
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range of travel. This
is the range used while operating your boat on plane. The term “tilt” is generally used when referring to
adjusting the outboards further up for shallow water operation or trailering. For information on the proper
use and maintenance of the power tilt and trim, please refer to the engine owner’s manual.