Manual Override - Dometic Optimus i7700 Operation Instructions And Users Manual

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4.2 Manual override

WARNING!
Manual override of shift and throttle controls may severely limit your boat
control. It should only be used in an emergency, and if you are unable to
call for assistance. Proceed with extreme caution. Always wear a PDF
and lanyard.
Engaging the Actuator(s)
Using the actuator override system may severely limit your boat's control.
It should be used in an emergency if you are unable to call for assistance.
Always try alternative controlling devices. Proceed with extreme caution,
read User's Manual, always wear a PFD and lanyard.
1. Leave engine running. Do not key off when attempting to engage
manual override. Allow actuator to remain in disabled state. Do not
operate controls while attempting to manual override. Crank
mechanism poses pinch hazard at all times.
2. Remove cover.
3. On shift control mechanism, remove cotter pin (A) and slide eye
terminal off post. Pull or push control cable (B) into desired gear.
4. Confirm desired gear is engaged before applying throttle.
5. On throttle control mechanism, remove cotter pin and slide eye
terminal off post.
6. Very slowly pull or push control cable to increase '+' rpm.
No more than 1" or 25 mm should be required.
7. Key off ignition to slow and stop vessel
NOTICE!
If the lever cannot be rotated it is likely the fault is in the engine not the
control system.
Figure 4-1. Actuator manual override.
A. COTTER PIN
B. CONTROL CABLE
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