Shifting and Speed Control
51260-1
WARNING!
Never abruptly change speed. Sudden changes in
speed may cause passengers to be thrown about in
the boat.
CAUTION!
Any time the boat is operated, be aware of changes in
shift system operation. A sudden increase in shift effort
at the remote control handle, or other abnormal oper-
ation, indicates a possible problem in the shift system.
If you suspect there is a problem, see your Volvo Penta
dealer as soon as possible for proper diagnosis and
required service or adjustment. Continued operation
could result in damage to the shift mechanism and loss
of shift and throttle control that could result in personal
injury.
NOTICE!
Do not shift gears if engine speed is above
800 RPM. Do not shift from forward to reverse when
boat is planing. There is a danger that water will get
into the engine and cause serious damage, while caus-
ing serious damage to the drive.
NOTICE!
Verify proper functionality of all control and
engine systems before leaving the dock.
● Move control handle(s) to the neutral detent posi-
tion
N
. Check in front and behind boat for people
or obstructions before shifting.
● To go from forward to reverse, or reverse to for-
ward, always pause at neutral
N
and allow engine
speed to return to idle.
● After shifting is completed, continue to move the
control handle slowly in the desired direction to
increase speed.
● To go forward: Move the control handle forward
from neutral detent to forward gear engagement
detent position
F
. Throttle movement will begin
after the detent position for forward gear engage-
ment. After the throttle is activated, continue to
move the control handle slowly in the desired
direction to increase speed.
● To go in reverse: Move the control handle back-
ward until you reach the detent position for
reverse gear engagement
R
. Throttle movement
will begin after reverse gear engagement. After
the throttle is activated, continue to move the
control handle slowly in the desired direction to
increase speed.
If your boat is equipped with a non-Volvo Penta remote
control system, ask your dealer how to properly oper-
ate it.
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