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Keep emergency stop switch lanyard free from
obstructions that could interfere with its opera-
tion. Do not modify or remove emergency stop
switch or bypass its safety features. The proper
use of the emergency stop switch will prevent a
runaway boat situation which can cause severe
personal injury or death.
The emergency stop switch can only be effective
when in good working condition. Observe the
following:
1. Lanyard must always be free of entangle ments
that could hinder its operation.
2. Once a month, check the switch for proper opera-
tion. With engine running, pull lanyard. If the en-
gine does not stop, see your Four Winns Dealer.
3. Once a month, inspect both the clip and lanyard
for cuts, breaks or wear. Replace worn or dam-
aged parts.
In an emergency situation, any occupant of the boat
can restart the engine. Just press in and hold the
emergency stop switch button, then follow normal
starting procedures. When the button is released,
the engine will stop.
Avoid knocking or pulling the clip or lan yard
from the switch during regular boat ing opera-
tion. Occu pants may be thrown forward or
possible engine damage may occur by the
sud den loss of engine pow er.
L. Alarm Systems
Engine alarm systems are available on most models.
The alarm is audi ble and is actuated by various
engine sensors. The sensors monitor such things low
oil pressure, high water temperature levels and high
exhaust manifold temperatures. Consult your engine
owner's manual for informa t ion regarding the specific
systems monitored by the alarm if so equipped.
Engines and Instrumentation - Section E
M. Compass
A compass is available on the SL models. See Figure
E13. The compass can provide directional information
when oper ating offshore, in unfamiliar waters, or in
adverse weath er conditions.
Figure E13: Compass
The compass must be properly calibrated after all
personal equipment is installed including all electron-
ics (radio, depth sounder, etc.). DO NOT rely on the
compass readings until initial adjust ment (compensa-
tion) has been performed. If the boat has a factory-
installed compass, the manu factur er's instructions are
provided in the owner's packet. Most areas have local
com panies that special ize in compass adjustment. If
unsure of the proper compensation techniques,
consider having the adjustment done professional ly to
ensure accuracy and confi d ence in the compass.
NOTICE
During use, keep all extraneous metal objects
away from the compass. The close proximity of
metal objects (e.g., beverage cans) can cause
compass devi a tion.
N. GPS/Map
A GPS is an elec tronic system through which a
naviga tor can deter mine his posi tion regardless of
weather. The GPS sensor receives high frequency
radio signals generated from satellites to generate
coordinate readings on the display. The GPS naviga-
tional unit takes this information and uses it to de-
termine the vessel's exact position and indicates the
vessels position on the chart plotter. The chart plotter
allows one's course to be plotted electronically. Fac-
tory installed GPS/Map system is an available naviga-
tional package offered for certain SL series models. It
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