Dts Slim Binnacle Single Handle Console Features And Operation - Mercury 6.2 Inboard MPI DTS Operation & Maintenance Manual

Section 1 - Getting to Know Your Power Package

DTS Slim Binnacle Single Handle Console Features and Operation

1. Operation of shift and throttle is controlled by the movement of the control handle. Push the control handle forward from
neutral to the first detent for forward gear. Continue pushing forward to increase speed. Pull the control handle back from
neutral to the first detent for reverse gear. Continue pulling back to increase speed.
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2. Detent tension adjustment screw ‑ This screw can be adjusted to increase or decrease the effort to move the control
handle out of detent positions. Turning the screw clockwise will increase tension. Turning the screw counterclockwise will
decrease tension. Adjust to the desired tension.
3. Control handle tension adjustment screw ‑ This screw can be adjusted to increase or decrease the tension on the control
handle. This will help prevent unwanted motion of the remote control handle in rough water. Turn the screw clockwise to
increase tension and counterclockwise to decrease tension. Adjust to the desired tension.
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NOTE: The control handle tension and detent tension screws may require periodic maintenance adjustment.
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a - Forward
b - Neutral
c - Reverse
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c - Control handle tension adjustment
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