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NOTICE
Priming is not necessary for EFI engines. Refer
to the engine owner's manual for additional
information.
C. Warm Engine Starting
1. Move shifter levers to the neutral detent position and
throttle levers to the idle position.
2. Turn key switch to START position and hold until en-
gine starts, but DO NOT hold in start position for more
than ten seconds. If engine does not start, let go
momentarily, then try again.
2b. For diesel engines, you must first turn the ignition
key to the ON position and wait 30 seconds, allow-
ing preheaters to activate. After 30 seconds, turn
key switch to START position and hold until engine
starts. DO NOT hold in START position for more than
ten seconds.
3. As soon as engine starts, release key to the ON or
RUN position.
NOTICE
NEVER turn key to START position when engine
is running.
D. Shifting and Control Speed
NOTICE
If your boat is equipped with a non-OEM remote
control system, ask your dealer how to properly
operate it.
1. Move shifter levers to the neutral detent position and
throttle levers to the idle position. Placing the shifter
levers in the neutral detent position will engage neu-
tral 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 - Briskly move the shifter levers
forward. Once forward gear engagement is complete,
push throttle levers forward until desired speed is
achieved.
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3. To go in REVERSE - Briskly move the shifter levers
rearward. Once rearward gear engagement is com-
plete, push throttle levers forward until desired speed
is achieved.
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, slowly push throttle le-
vers forward 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 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 MerCruiser®,
Caterpillar® or Volvo Penta® dealer as soon as pos-
sible for proper diagnosis and required service or adjust-
ment. Continued operation could result in damage to
the shift mechanism and loss of control.
E. Stopping Engine
1. Move shifter levers to the NEUTRAL position. Place
throttle levers in idle position.
2. Turn ignition key to the OFF position.
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