Shifting And Control Speed; Stopping Engine - Four winns FREEDOM Owner's Manual

If engine floods:
• Disengage shift. Move handle to full throttle position.
• Turn key switch to the START position.
• Immediately move the throttle levers to the idle posi-
tion when the engine starts.
NOTICE
Failure to move the throttle handle to the idle po-
sition immediately when engine starts will allow
engine to "over-rev" and engine damage could re-
sult. "Over-revving" engine after off-season stor-
age could also damage the water pump impeller.
When starting engine for the first time after
off-season storage, always idle engine for
one minute to allow the water pump to prime.
3. As soon as engine starts:
a. Release key to the ON or RUN position.
NOTICE
Priming is not necessary for EFI engines. Refer
to the engine owner's manual for additional
information.
E. Shifting and Control Speed
1. Move control handle to the neutral detent (idle) posi-
tion. This will engage neutral start switch and allow
engine to start.
DO NOT shift into FORWARD or REVERSE un-
less engine is running. Damage to the shift sys-
tem could result from trying to shift without the
engine running. Carefully check function of all
control and engine systems before leaving the
dock.
2. To go FORWARD - actuate the neutral lock mecha-
nism and briskly move the shift handle forward. Throttle
movement will begin after forward gear engagement.
3. To go in REVERSE - actuate the neutral lock mecha-
nism and briskly move the shift handle rearward.
Throttle movement will begin after reverse gear en-
gagement.
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DO NOT shift from forward to reverse when the
boat is planing.
NOTICE
DO NOT shift if engine speed is above 800 RPM.
4. To go from FORWARD to REVERSE, or REVERSE
to FORWARD; always pause at NEUTRAL and al-
low engine speed to return to idle.
5. After shifting is completed, continue to move the con-
trol handle slowly in the desired direction to increase
speed.
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 operation, indicates
a possible problem in the shift system. If this
occurs, the following precautions must be taken:
• With engine running and boat securely tied
to the dock, shift drive into forward and re-
verse to ensure there is gear engagement.
• When docking the boat, all docking maneu-
vers must be performed at slow speed. Pay
special attention to other boaters. Passen-
gers should be informed of potential prob-
lems and precautions taken.
If you suspect there is a problem, see your Volvo Penta/
Mercruiser dealer as soon as possible for proper diagno-
sis and required service or adjustment. Continued op-
eration could result in damage to the shift mechanism
and loss of control.
F. Stopping Engine
1. Move control handle to the NEUTRAL position.
2. Turn ignition key to the OFF position.
NOTICE
DO NOT stop engine at speeds above idle or
"speed up" engine while turning off ignition.
Engine damage could result.
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