Remote Controls; Panel Mount Features; Console Mount Features - Mercury MerCruiser Diesel Inboard 2.8L Operation & Maintenance Manual

Section 1 - Getting to Know Your Power Package

Remote Controls

Your boat may be equipped with Mercury Precision Parts or Quicksilver remote controls. All controls may not have all features
shown. Consult your dealer for a description and/or demonstration of your remote control.

Panel Mount Features

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Neutral lock button. Prevents accidental shift and throttle engagement. The 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. See Lanyard Stop Switch for information on the use of this switch.
Control handle. 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 the instructions provided with the remote control for complete adjustment instructions.
Trim (tilt) button. See Power Trim.

Console Mount Features

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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
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b - Control handle
c - Power trim switch
d - Trailer switch
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