CONTROLS AND FEATURES
F (FORWARD)
THROTTLE OPENING
MAXIMUM
GEARSHIFT/THROTTLE
CONTROL LEVER
Moving the control lever 32° from N
(neutral) selects the gear, and further
movement increases engine speed.
The control lever automatically locks
itself in the N (neutral) position. To
move the lever out of the N (neutral)
position, you must squeeze the
neutral release lever on the underside
of the lever handle.
22
N (NEUTRAL)
32°
32°
SHIFT
SHIFT
MINIMUM
MINIMUM
A friction adjuster adjusts the
operating resistance of the control
lever(s). Refer to p.78.
Less friction allows easier control
lever movement. More friction helps
to hold a steady throttle setting while
cruising.
R (REVERSE)
THROTTLE OPENING
MAXIMUM
Fast Idle Lever
FAST IDLE LEVER
Use the fast idle lever to accelerate
engine warm-up after starting the
engine. Do not use the fast idle lever
when starting the engine.
See page 61 for engine warm-up
instructions.