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SHIFTING AND SPEED CONTROL
Shifting
To shift the motor into “FORWARD”, set the
throttle control grip to the idle position and pull
the shift lever towards you firmly.
To shift into “REVERSE”, set the throttle to the
idle position, and push the shift lever away from
you firmly.
NOTICE
Severe engine damage may occur if (a) engine
speed is not allowed to return to idle and boat
speed is not reduced when shifting from
“FORWARD” to “REVERSE” or from
“REVERSE” to “FORWARD”, or (b) care is not
taken when operating the boat in reverse.
Always allow the engine speed to return to
idle before shifting. Exercise caution and use
minimal speed when operating the boat in
reverse. Be sure the handle/shift lever is in the
desired position before accelerating.
NOTICE
If you shift gears when the engine is not run-
ning, the shifting mechanism can be dam-
aged.
Avoid shifting gears when the engine is not
running.
FORWARD
REVERSE
Speed Control
After shifting, control the engine speed by twist-
ing the throttle control grip.
STOPPING THE ENGINE
NOTE:
When it is necessary to stop the engine in an
emergency, pull the emergency stop switch lock
plate out of the emergency stop switch by pull-
ing the emergency stop switch cord.
To stop the engine:
1. Turn the throttle control grip to the idle posi-
tion.
2. Shift into “NEUTRAL”.
3. After operating at full throttle, cool off the
engine a few minutes by allowing it to idle or
troll at low speed.
4. Push and hold in the stop button
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until the
engine stops.
5. After stopping the engine, turn the fuel cock
lever to right.
6. After stopping the engine, disconnect the
fuel connector from outboard motor.
(if using separate fuel tank).
SLOWER
FASTER
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