Mounting The Remote Control - Mercury 73012 Installation And Operation Manual

CONSOLE REMOTE CONTROL INSTALLATION AND OPERATION

Mounting the Remote Control

Single‑Handle Console Control Models
NOTE: The gasket and mounting base must be placed over the console control mount opening prior to installing the shift and
throttle cables to the control module.
1. Place the gasket and mounting base over the console control mount opening prior to installing the shift and throttle
cables to the control module.
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a
2. Install the mounting brackets to the control module with two 57 mm (2.25 in.) screws and locknuts. Do not tighten the
screws at this time.
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b
3. Place the control module assembly in the mounting cutout and select the desired angle of the control handle relative to
the mounting surface. The maximum angle is 8° from perpendicular. After the angle of the handle is selected, secure the
mounting brackets with the screws and locknuts. Tighten the screws to the specified torque.
Description
Mounting bracket screws and locknuts
4. Adjust the control handle friction to the desired resistance.
• Turn the control friction adjustment nut clockwise to increase the resistance.
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a - Screw (2), 57 mm (2.0 in.)
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b - Mounting bracket (2)
c - Locknut (2)
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a - Gasket
b - Mounting base
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a - Control handle in neutral detent
b - Control module assembly mounted at 8° from
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perpendicular
c - Mounting bracket
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d - Mounting panel
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