Quicksilver 855WE, Owner'S Manual

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Quicksilver 855WE — System & Component Overview and Operation
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Mechanical & DTS Controls
Engine trim
Engine trim (both engines)
“Throttle Only” button
Track pad
Single Engine DTS Control
Twin Engine DTS Control Twin Engine Mechanical Control
For the DTS control, the “Throttle - Only” button is located on the control function pad. To engage,
press the “Throttle - Only” button on the keypad when the engine is in neutral. A light located above
the “Throttle - Only” button will turn on and the green neutral light will begin to flash. When you place
the ERC in gear, the warning horn will beep, however, the propeller is not turning. To disengage,
return the ERC lever back to neutral and press the “Throttle
- Only” button. The light located above the
“Throttle - Only” button will turn off and the green neutral light stops flashing and remains illuminated.
Moving the control lever forward from neutral engages the forward gear and throttle advance.
Moving the control lever backwards from neutral engages the reverse gear and thrust. The throttle
lever controls the RPM of the engine and the speed of the boat.
Power Trim & Tilt
The power trim, located on the side of the gear shift throttle handle, allows you to raise and lower the
engine for trailering and launching the boat. It also allows you to adjust the engine to create the
optimum run angle for the boat to achieve best all around performance (fuel consumption, speed).
Refer to the engine manufacturer’s manual for complete instructions, information and warranty.
14. Emergency Engine Shutdown Switch
Your boat is equipped with an ignition shutdown safety switch. The switch is located at the helm next
to the engine keys. The ignition shutdown switch incorporates a shut
- off switch and a lanyard. Before
operating the boat, one end of the lanyard must be connected to the shut - off switch while the other
end is connected to the operator. If an emergency arises where the engine must be shut down, pull
the lanyard cord to release it from the shut
- off switch, which in turn shuts down the engine(s). This
switch is designed to shut the engine(s) off when the operator of the boat leaves the control station,
either accidently by falling into the boat, or by being ejected overboard.
The lanyard should be long enough to prevent inadvertent activation. Do not let the lanyard become
entangled.