Operation
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2.
After the engine is at idle speed in gear
move the gear shift lever firmly and crisp-
ly into the neutral position.
TIP:
The outboard motor can turn 360° in its brack-
et (full-pivot system). The boat can also be
backed up by simply turning the outboard mo-
tor around 180° with the steering handle fac-
ing toward you.
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Stopping boat
WARNING
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Do not use the reverse function to slow
down or stop the boat as it could cause
you to lose control, be ejected, or impact
the steering wheel or other parts of the
boat. This could increase the risk of se-
rious injury. It could also damage the
shift mechanism.
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Do not shift into reverse while traveling
at planing speeds. Loss of control, boat
swamping, or damage to the boat could
occur.
The boat is not equipped with a separate
braking system. Water resistance stops it af-
ter the throttle lever is moved back to idle. The
stopping distance varies depending on gross
weight, water surface conditions, and wind di-
rection.
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Stopping engine
Before stopping the engine, first let it cool off
for a few minutes at idle or low speed. Stop-
ping the engine immediately after operating at
high speed is not recommended.
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Procedure
1.
Push and hold the engine stop button un-
til the engine comes to a complete stop.
2.
After stopping the engine, tighten the air
vent screw on the fuel tank cap and set
the fuel cock lever or knob to the closed
position, if equipped.
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