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Section 2 - Getting to Know Your Power Package
The serial number is also stamped on the gimbal housing. This is used as a permanent
reference for authorized MerCruiser Dealers.
Lanyard Stop Switch
The purpose of a lanyard stop switch is to turn off the engine when the operator moves
outside the operator's position (as in accidental ejection from the operator's position).
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Accidental ejections, such as falling overboard, are more likely to occur in:
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low sided sport boats
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bass boats
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high performance boats
Accidental ejections can also occur from:
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poor operating practices
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sitting on the seat or gunwale at planing speeds
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standing at planing speeds
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operating at planing speeds in shallow or obstacle infested waters
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releasing your grip on the steering wheel that is pulling in one direction
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consuming alcohol or drugs
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high speed boating maneuvers
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Gimbal housing with serial number stamping
a -
Transom assembly serial Number
b
a -
Stop switch
b -
Lanyard
a
RUN
74608
c -
Clips to the operator
90-864195061 NOVEMBER 2006
25905
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