Evinrude E-TEC Operator's Manual page 24

Using Your Evinrude E-TEC Outboard
In an emergency situation, the engine can be
started without the clip in place. Follow the
normal starting procedure. Reinstall a clip as
soon as possible. The operator should al-
ways use the clip and tether cord anytime
the engine is running. Refer to Engine Cut–
off/Key Switch on page 21.
IMPORTANT: Your engine cut–off switch can
be effective only when in good working condi-
tion. At each outing, inspect clip and tether
cord for cuts, breaks, or wear. Replace worn
or damaged parts.
Snap the tether cord to a secure place on the
operator's clothing or life vest — not where it
might tear away instead of activating the en-
gine cut–off switch.
1. Tether cord
Disconnecting the clip and tether cord will
stop the engine and prevent the boat from be-
coming a runaway if the driver moves beyond
the range of the tether cord. If the tether cord
is too long, it can be shortened by knotting or
looping it. DO NOT cut and retie the tether
cord.
A WARNING
Avoid knocking or pulling the clip off the
engine cut–off switch during normal
boating. Avoid bumping the key if oper-
ating without the clip on the switch. The
resulting unexpected loss of forward
motion can throw occupants forward,
causing injury.
Keep the tether cord free from obstruc-
tions and entanglements.
At each outing, test the system's opera-
tion. With the engine running, remove
the clip from the switch by pulling the
tether cord. If the engine does not stop
running, see your Dealer.
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NOTICE
of all control and engine systems before
leaving the dock. DO NOT shift the engine
into FORWARD or REVERSE while it is
shut off.
If the following directions are not suitable for
your boat's control, see your Dealer before
proceeding.
Move the remote control handle to NEU-
TRAL.
If you are using a remote control that
does not have start-in-gear prevention,
the outboard can be started while it is in
gear. Always shift to NEUTRAL before
starting the outboard to prevent sudden
boat movement, which can cause injury.
Set control to SLOWEST speed position.
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1. SLOWEST speed position
Carefully check the function
A WARNING
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