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6. OPERATION
6-1.
Forward/Reverse Running
Turn the throttle grip toward
"
SLOW" and move the Shift Lever quickly to Forward or
Reverse when the engine speed has reached the lowest rpm.
Set the Reverse Lock Lever provided on the starboard
side to "Release"
by
turning
it
downward
.
A
CAUTION
1. The engine must
be
at idling speed when the shift Lever is moved
from Forward to Reverse.
2. Before moving the Shift Lever to Reverse, make sure the Reverse
Lock is engaged (in up position).
3.
A
CAUTION
It May
be
dangerous to attempt shifting at high
RPM.
Be sure to slow down to trolling or idling rpm before shifting.
3. Do not increase the engine speed unnecessarily while
reversing. Limit half throttle - at maximum - when running in
reverse.
4. The shift lever cannot be turned from Neutral to Reverse
unless the throttle grip has been turned fully toward “SLOW”.
6.2
Shallow water running.
a.
When in shallow water running take care the water strainer is submerged. At all
times and water is continuously running out of the cooling water check port.
b.
Be sure to run slowly when using the shallow water drive to maintain control of
the RIB. Could cause damage to gear case.
c.
If in REVERSE make sure Raider does not strike object as the impact could cause
damage to Raider and RIB.
