Monterey M3 Owner's Manual page 47

Helm Control Systems
NOTICE:
Boats equipped with the MSX package will
have Tow Control built into the control sys-
tem and some features will operate differ-
ently than the standard electronic controls
described in this section. Refer to the Tow
Control section in this chapter for additional
information on electronic controls with the
optional Tow Control feature.
The helm is designed for a side mount control with
a single lever that operates as a gear shift and a
throttle. The electronic control system consists
of three major components: the electronic control
head, the control processors and applicable har-
nesses. Some controls are completely electronic
and there are no cables. Some control proces-
sors have electronically controlled servos that are
connected to the engine and transmission control
levers by cables.
Movement of the control handle sends a signal to
the control processor, located in the engine com-
partment, that operates the engine throttle and
shift control lever. General operation will include
a position for neutral (straight up and down or
slightly aft of vertical), a forward position (the
1st detent forward of neutral), and a reverse po-
sition (the 1st detent aft of neutral). Advancing
the control lever beyond the shift range advances
the throttle in forward or reverse. Each control is
equipped with a means of permitting the engine
to be operated at a higher than idle RPM while in
neutral for cold starting and warm-up purposes.
The control lever is equipped with adjustable con-
trol head detent and friction settings.
If your control system is equipped with a key pad,
it will typically have integrated switches and indi-
cator lights or an LCD which allow the operator to
control all aspects of the boat's propulsion system.
The most common features activated or monitored
by the keypad or control handle switches are:
• Starter lockout, which prevents the engine
from being started in gear.
• Gear lockout (throttle only), which allows the
engine RPM to be advanced in neutral safely.
• Battery voltage warning indicator that warns
the operator of high or low voltage supplied
to the system (audible alarm)
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Volvo Side Mount Electronic Control with EVC Panel and
Emergency Stop Switch
These features and others not mentioned require
specific procedures to activate and operate them
properly. Some of the procedures and features
are unique to the engine, drive system and other
options installed on your boat. It is essential that
you read the owner's manual for the control sys-
tem and be completely familiar with its operation
before using your boat.
CAUTION
ALWAYS RETURN THE ENGINE THROTTLE LEVER TO THE
EXTREME LOW SPEED POSITION BEFORE SHIFTING. NEVER
SHIFT THE UNIT WHILE ENGINE SPEED IS ABOVE IDLE RPM.
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