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DANGER! A rotating propeller presents a life-threatening danger to a
swimmer or a person who has fallen overboard. Always use the
emergency switch to turn off the engine when a swimmer or
water skier is about to re-enter the boat from the water.
5.9.3 Gearshift and throttle
The engine is put into gear by pushing the button on the gear/throttle handle upwards with
your fingers and by pushing or pulling the gear/throttle lever forward or backward,
depending on the direction in which you are planning to go. When the engine is in gear, you
can ad
just the boat’s speed using the same gear/throttle lever.
When the boat is travelling forward slowly, you can use the reverse gear for braking when
approaching the dock, for instance. Shifting into reverse must not be done if the boat is
travelling at higher speeds, because it will damage the engine.
5.9.4 Adjusting the trim angle
The boat is equipped with Zipwake automatic trim system. The system can also be
manouvered manually.
WARNING! If you use the trims manually, adjust the trim controllers carefully
at high speeds. They will change the behaviour of the boat
radically.
WARNING! Waves reduce manoeuvrability and make the boat heel.
Accordingly, reduce speed when encountering heavier seas.
5.9.5 Starting the engine
1. Switch the power on using the main power switches.
2. Lower the engine to the driving position by pressing the Power Trim button on the
gear/throttle handle.
3. Check that the gear/throttle handle is in the neutral position and that the emergency
switch is attached to the bottom of the remote control.
4. Switch on the current, using the start key, without starting the engine and wait a few
seconds for the warning lights to light up.
5. Start the engine by turning the ignition key clockwise until the engine starts. If
everything is in order, the engine should start within 1-2 seconds. If the engine does
not start, you should not try to start it for more than 10 seconds at a time.
6. After the engine has started, let it idle for a few minutes before setting off. (Please
refer to the engine manual)
For more detailed information, please refer to the engine manual.
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