Panel Mount Features; Console Mount Features - MerCruiser 496 MAG Owner's Manual

Section 2 - Getting to Know Your Power Package

Panel Mount Features

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Neutral Lock Button - Prevents accidental shift and throttle engagement. Neutral lock button must be pushed into move the
control handle out of neutral.
Throttle Only Button - Allows engine throttle advancement without shifting the engine. This is done by disengaging the shift
mechanism from the control handle. The throttle only button can be depressed only when the remote control handle is in the
neutral position, and should only be used to assist in starting the engine.
Lanyard Stop Switch - Turns the ignition off whenever the operator (when attached to the lanyard) moves far enough away from
the operator's position to activate the switch. Refer to Lanyard Stop Switch for information on the use of this switch.
Control Handle - Operation of the shift and throttle are controlled by the movement of the control handle. Push the control handle
forward from neutral with a quick firm motion to the first detent for forward gear. Continue pushing forward to increase speed. Pull
the control handle back from neutral with a quick firm motion to the first detent for reverse gear and continue pushing back to
increase speed.
Control Handle Tension Adjustment Screw - (not visible) This screw is used to adjust the effort required to move the remote
control handle. Refer to instructions provided with remote control for complete adjustment instructions.
Trim/Tilt Button - Refer to Power Trim.

Console Mount Features

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Throttle Only Button - Allows engine throttle advancement without shifting the engine. This is done by disengaging the shift
mechanism from the control handle. The throttle only button can be depressed only when the remote control handle is in the
neutral position.
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a - Neutral lock button
b - Throttle only button
c - Lanyard stop switch
d - Control handle tension adjustment screw
e - Control handle
f - Trim/tilt button
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a - Throttle Only Button
b - Control Handle
c - Power Trim Switch
d - Trailer Switch
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