BRP Evinrude E-TEC 40 Operator's Manual page 30

Using Your Evinrude E-TEC Outboard
Outboard may be stopped by turning the key
switch to the OFF position, or by pressing the
engine cut–off switch until the outboard stops
running.
IMPORTANT: Be sure to turn key OFF when
outboard is not in use to avoid discharging the
battery.
Disconnecting the Fuel Hose
WARNING
A small amount of fuel may be released
when the fuel connector is discon-
nected. Always wipe off any fuel spillage.
Disconnect the fuel hose from the fuel con-
nector.
1. Fuel connector (typical)
If equipped, close vent screw on fuel tank cap.
Shifting and Speed Control - Tiller
Models
WARNING
Do not operate
REVERSE with the tilt/run lever in TILT.
The outboard may tilt out of the water,
resulting in loss of control.
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the outboard in
Shifting
NOTICE
When shifting
REVERSE or from REVERSE to FOR-
WARD, pause at NEUTRAL until the
engine is at idle speed and the boat has
slowed.
With engine running, twist the throttle grip to
SLOWEST speed position.
Move the shift lever with a firm, quick motion,
to FORWARD or REVERSE gear.
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1. Shift lever
2. FORWARD
3. REVERSE
Speed Control
With the outboard running, twist throttle grip:
• Clockwise to decrease speed; or
• Counterclockwise to increase speed
1. Decrease speed
2. Increase speed
from FORWARD
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