Remote Controls (Dts Models); Remote Controls; Panel Mount Features - Mercury 350 MAG Manual

Section 2 - Getting to Know Your Power Package
Control Handles - Operation of the the shift and throttle are controlled by the movement of the control handle. Push the control
handle forward from neutral with a quick firm motion to the first detent for forward gear and continue pushing forward to increase
speed. Pull the control handle back from neutral with a quick firm motion to the first detent for reverse gear and continue pushing
back to increase speed.
Control Handle Tension Adjustment Screw - (not visible) This screw is used to adjust the effort required to move the remote
control handle. Refer to instructions provided with remote control for complete adjustment instructions.
Power Trim Switch - See Power Trim section for detailed power trim operating procedures.
Trailer Switch - Used to raise drive unit for trailering, launching, beaching or shallow water operation. See Power Trim for detailed
trailer switch operation.

Remote Controls (DTS Models)

Remote Controls

IMPORTANT: Your boat must be equipped with a Mercury Marine electronic remote control. Start in gear protection is provided
by this control system and prevents the engine from starting when the control is actuated in forward or reverse. Refer to the Mercury
Precision Parts/Quicksilver Accessories Guide.
The Digital Throttle and Shift System (DTS) required to operate this engine package provides start and stop functions, throttle
control, shift control, start in gear protection, and emergency lanyard stop functions. The DTS system works with specialized helm
components such as a command module kit and electronic remote control. Consult your dealer for a description and/or
demonstration of your remote control.

Panel Mount Features

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Lanyard Stop Switch - Turns the ignition off whenever the operator (when attached to the lanyard) moves far enough away from
the operator's position to activate the switch. Refer to Lanyard Stop Switch for information on the use of this switch.
Control Handle - Operation of the shift and throttle are controlled by the movement of the control handle. Push the control handle
forward from neutral with a quick, firm motion to the first detent for forward gear. Continue pushing forward to increase speed. Pull
the control handle back from neutral with a quick, firm motion to the first detent for reverse gear and continue pushing back to
increase speed.
Shift Lock - Pressing the shift lock allows the engine to shift. The shift lock must always be pressed when moving the control
handle out of the neutral position.
Trim/Tilt Switch (if equipped) - Refer to Power Trim.
Throttle Only Button - Allows engine throttle advancement without shifting the engine. The throttle only button can be depressed
only when the remote control is in the neutral position, and should only be used to assist in starting or warming up the engine.
Start/Stop Button - Allows the boat operator to start or stop the engine without using the ignition key.
Detent Tension Adjustment Screw - This screw can be adjusted to increase or decrease the effort required to move the control
handle out of the detent positions (cover must be removed). Turning the screw clockwise will increase tension.
Control Handle Friction Adjustment Screw - This screw can be adjusted to increase or decrease the tension on the control
handle (cover must be removed). This will help prevent unwanted motion of the handle in rough water. Turn the screw clockwise
to increase tension and counterclockwise to decrease tension.
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d - Trim/tilt switch
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g - Detent tension adjustment screw
h - Control handle friction adjustment screw
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