Synchronizing Dual Engines; Dual Helm Station Transfer - MerCruiser SeaCore 5.0 User Manual

Synchronizing Dual Engines

The auto synchronizing feature, when engaged, will automatically adjust the port engine
speed to match the speed of the starboard engine.
Synchronizing of engines will automatically engage when the speed of both engines are
over 900 RPM for two seconds and remote control handles are positioned within 5° of each
other.
Auto Synchronizing will stay engaged up to 95% throttle opening. The Sync light will turn
on when the engines are synchronized.
To disengage, move one or both control handles until they are more than 5° apart, reduce
engine speed below 900 RPM, or increase engine speed beyond 95%.

Dual Helm Station Transfer

The throttle only/station select button allows the boat operator to select which remote
control is in control of the engine operation.
The active light is illuminated at the remote control station that is in control of the engine.
Avoid serious injury or death from loss of boat control. The boat operator should never
leave the active station while engine is in gear. Helm transfer should only be attempted
while both stations are manned. One‑person helm transfer should only be performed
while engine is in neutral.
NOTE: Idle position is preferred when doing a station transfer. If conditions do not allow
the remote control to be placed at idle position, a station transfer can be done while in gear.
NOTE: Pressing and releasing station select button at new station allows the engine control
to be transferred to the new station. The control will automatically start adjusting engine
RPM and gear position to match the control handle setting at the new station. Adjust control
handles to the desired throttle and gear position.
1. Place active remote control lever to idle position.
2. Proceed to the inactive helm station and position remote control lever to the idle
position.
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Section 2 - Getting to Know Your Power Package
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