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N - Neutral position. Drive-unit is disengaged
and the engine runs at idle speed.
F - Reversing drive-unit engaged for forward
movement (ahead).
R - Reversing drive-unit engaged for rearward
movement (astern).
T - Adjustment of engine speed.
DO NOT shift into FORWARD or REVERSE
unless engine is running. Damage to the shift
system 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 - move the shift/throttle lever(s)
forward. Once forward gear engagement is
complete, push shift/throttle lever(s) forward until
desired speed is achieved.
3. To go in REVERSE - move the shift/throttle
lever(s) rearward. Once rearward gear engage-
ment is complete, push shift/throttle lever(s)
rearward until desired speed is achieved.
DO NOT shift from forward to reverse when
the boat is planing.
DO NOT shift if engine speed is above 1500
RPM. Shifting at higher engine speeds can
place unnecessary stress on the drive-unit or
cause engine to stop.
4. To go from FORWARD to REVERSE, or
REVERSE to FORWARD; always pause at
NEUTRAL and allow engine speed to return
to idle. Note: A beep will sound to indicate that
the control lever is in NEUTRAL.
On a boat with twin engines it is important that
both engines be running during reverse
procedures, to avoid the risk of water entry
(via the exhaust pipe) into a stationary engine.
Control Systems - Section F
5. After shifting is completed, slowly push throttle
lever(s) forward/rearward until desired speed
is achieved.
Any time the boat is operated, be aware of
changes in shift system operation. A sudden
increase in shift effort of the shifter levers, 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
reverse to ensure there is gear engage-
ment.
•
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
problems and precautions taken.
If you suspect there is a problem, see your Volvo
Penta
dealer as soon as possible for proper diagno-
®
sis and required service or adjustment. Continued
operation could result in damage to the shift mecha-
nism and loss of control.
C. Engine Speed Synchronization
During the general operation of a twin engine boat,
it is advantageous for both engines to be operated
at the same engine speed (rpm). This reduces noise
and vibra tion, and can increase propulsion system
efficiency. Setting the throttles so the engines are
running at the same rpm (synchro nized) can be done
by using the synchronization function on the electronic
binnacle control. Follow the engine manufacturer's
operating instructions regarding synchronization of
the engines. These instructions are included in your
owner's packet.
Attempting to syn chro nize the engines by manually
controlling the throttle lever placement will generally
not be effective. When the engines are in proper
syn chronization, the throttle levers may not neces-
sarily be in the same position.
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